BT and Nokia ink 5G research collaboration agreement
British fixed line incumbent BT has announced that it has signed a research collaboration agreement on 5G technologies with Finland's Nokia.In a press release confirming the development it was revealed that the two companies have agreed to work together on potential customer use cases for 5G technologies, the creation of 5G Proof of Concept (PoC) trials and the development of the emerging technology standards and equipment.It is understood that these trials will focus on the technology enablers for 5G including mmWave radio and convergence, as well as potential commercial services including ultrafast mobile broadband, mission-critical services and the Internet of Things (IoT).
BT and Nokia ink 5G research deal to develop standards and kit
BT and Nokia have buddied up on developing 5G mobile technology which they say will speed up networks to allow effective live-streaming of VR, and offer low enough latency for simultaneous live mobile gaming or to power driverless cars.The two firms agreed on Thursday to undertake joint proof-of-concept trials to develop technology and equipment standards, as well as examining potential customer use cases.BT and Nokia said they hope to establish improved Internet speeds, targeting "multiple gigabits" and "latency in the range of one millisecond"—even at peak times.
BT signs 5G research deal with Nokia
BT HAS STRUCK a deal with Nokia over the research and development of 5G technologies, with the two companies already collaborating to test Nokia's latest 5G kit at BT Labs at Adastral Park in Martlesham, near Ipswich.The agreement between the two companies will also include the development of proof-of-concept trials around 5G technologies, and the development of standards and equipment that could be used for 5G networks.The 5G trials will focus on a number of key areas, including mmWave radio and convergence, as well assessing how 5G could be used in areas, such as the Internet of Things.
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