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Breaking Down 5G’s Benefits and Applications

Compared to the relatively incremental shift from 3G to 4G, 5G is set to change the game by leaps and bounds for both consumers and businesses. It will open up new possibilities for what we can do with mobile connectivity and pave the way for technological feats never seen before.

5G’s cutting edge features, such as super low latency, increased network capacity, and edge computing, will power some of the most exciting emerging technologies to help us live better lives. This includes virtual and augmented reality devices, self-driving vehicles, artificial intelligence, and so much more. 5G will see billions of connected devices sharing information in real-time, ultimately transforming the way we live, work, and play.

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What roles will intelligent machines play in our future? Can we create devices that will not only anticipate our needs, but also add a spark of creativity and inspiration to people’s daily routines?

The Ericsson 10 Hot Consumer Trends 2030 outlines ten different roles that consumers expect connected intelligent machines to take in our everyday lives within the coming decade. This includes body bots with intelligent posture-supporting capabilities, smart TV show curation to fulfil your specific interests, self-driving cars that explain their decisions to you, and intelligent agents that interact with neighbours or local communities – and perhaps even vote for you.

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For the busy city dweller, commuting represents a precious window of time to recharge and reset before going into work or returning home for the day. This opens up opportunities for 5G technology to enrich and improve the commuting experience.

In this ConsumerLab report, Ericsson gathers feedback from 130 million smartphone users from 16 major cities across the world. By pooling consumers’ opinions and habits, this data can be used to build a more satisfactory commute in the increasingly digital and connected world of tomorrow. Interest in services that reduce stress, enhance safety, and ensure sustainability are just some of the key factors highlighted by commuters in this study.

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As 5G usage grows exponentially across the globe, so do consumer expectations. In this ConsumerLab insight report, Ericsson uncovers the key trends that are influencing the adoption, usage, and perception of consumers towards 5G. It’s the biggest ever 5G consumer study, covering the opinions of 1.3 billion consumers and 220 million 5G users. This report also suggests five important steps service providers can take to meet consumer expectations now and in the future.

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With the advent of 5G on the horizon, Ericsson has conducted a new study to help businesses maximise the potential of industrial digitalisation. These insights will be key for businesses to establish themselves and find their footing in an increasingly competitive landscape.

This study covers fundamental points on navigating 5G technology, including expectations of significant growth in 5G B2B services, how to leverage the power of use case clusters, and the importance of acting now to capture the value of 5G beyond mobile broadband.

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5G Use Cases for Verticals China 2021 demonstrates 21 notable examples of 5G applications for verticals, including industrial manufacturing, ports, mines, transportation, electric power, healthcare, and content creation. It also covers practical scenarios in which 5G can be used to spark innovation in various industries, as well as technical features and development opportunities for the next generation of technology.​

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The thrill of watching a live sports event is about to get even more exhilarating. With 5G, fans at the venue and beyond will be able to enjoy real-time, immersive experiences as they cheer on their favourite teams. This will be made possible with the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, video on demand, and digital applications powered by 5G networks. It’s also a business brimming with financial potential and is projected to generate USD 83.1 billion in revenue by 2023 in the United States alone.​

This study features interviews with industry leaders on key opportunities to harness 5G in the sports market, as well as 5G use cases in the 2019 Amir Cup Final in Qatar, the Merkus Spiel-Arena in Germany, and more.

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The Covid-19 pandemic has forced many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to revamp their business models, strategies, and operations in order to survive. While many businesses with experience of remote working prior to the outbreak were able to seamlessly adopt work-from-home practices, others struggled to adapt to the new normal in a timely fashion. In fact, the pandemic has become a digital tipping point for SMBs, dramatically raising the bar for any SMB that wants to be successful going forward.

To get a clearer picture, Ericsson spoke to over 2000 SMB decision-makers and employees across 11 markets, looking ahead to what’s in store for SMBs in a post-Covid landscape.

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As a trailblazer in 5G, ZTE has invested heavily in research and development of 5G technology to fast-track the digitalisation of vertical industries. This white paper shows how ZTE leverages on the unique potential of 5G to take industries including manufacturing, public transport, media, education, energy, and healthcare to new heights. It also explores the various use cases of 5G across China within multiple sectors and the limitless potential this new technology holds in store for society at large.​

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