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Download HD video in seconds: Nokia, du showcase 5G

DUBAI, October 18, 2015

Nokia Networks and du, a leading telecom service provider in the region, are showing the possibilities of 5G systems at the Gitex Technology Week, which opened in Dubai today (October 18).

The 5G radio demonstration features for the first time in the Middle East live, ultra high-speed communications of up to 10 Gbps over the air in the promising mmWave band.

The two companies also signed an MoU on a set of common objectives for the development and evolution of 5G and Internet of Things (IoT).

The agreement was signed by Farid Faraidooni, chief operations officer at du, and Danny Atme, head of market unit, Lower Gulf, Iran and Pakistan (LGIP), Nokia Networks, in the presence of other senior officials.

Network speeds as high as 10 Gbps and with extremely low latency are a driving force for new applications that use massive broadband capabilities. 5G will be the platform to enable growth with many smart city use cases, from IT to automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture and entertainment, said a statement.

The extremely fast broadband speed can offer users enough capacity wherever they go without a drop in speed or connection. They can, for example, download a full-length HD video in a matter of seconds. Augmented and virtual reality services will be available at your fingertips.

Saleem Blooshi, executive vice president of network development and operations at du, said: “We are very pleased to show a next generation 5G prototype in cooperation with Nokia Networks at Gitex Technology Week, and to continue leading the development of future technologies for the benefit of our industry and society as a whole. Given the complexity of the evolution to 5G, Nokia Networks’ strong portfolio, innovation capabilities and clear roadmap are key to a successful journey.

He continued: “As a UAE national company, it is an honour to support the progressive vision of our leaders. Bringing a 5G prototype to the region is an initial step that will ensure the rapid realisation of our smart city ambitions and reaffirm our commitments to addressing its extensive requirements.”

This is yet another feat for du in the realm of deploying advanced network technology. Earlier this year, du became one of the few operators in the world to start deployments supporting LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) or 4G+. du effectively demonstrated LTE-A with 900 Mbps over its LTE network at Gitex 2014.

Tony Awad, Head of du Customer Team at Nokia Networks, said: “This agreement reinforces the leadership of du and Nokia Networks in promoting and delivering innovative technologies. We’re collaborating to share our experience, skills and expertise to accelerate developments in 5G and IoT technologies, and the network evolution. This is yet another step forward towards Nokia’s vision of expanding the human possibilities of the connected world.” –TradeArabia News Service
 




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