5G Live User Trial Begin
Government has granted Vodafone Fiji a 5G non-commercial license to operate and undertake rigorous end user tests in the 5G pilot network. This will take place before a full commercial license would be issued later in the year. Vodafone Fiji’s 5G live user trials will be conducted in select parts of Suva central business district and would be further expanded to the greater Suva area in the coming months.
Vodafone Fiji chief executive officer Elenoa Biukoto said Vodafone invested over $100million to upgrade and enhance its network to be ready for 5G.
Ms Biukoto said the benefits of 5G meant internet speed was significantly faster than 4G, with peak speeds exceeding 1Gbps.
The benefits include better streaming, gaming, and real-time connectivity. 5G also has lower latency, virtually eliminating lag time, and could support more devices simultaneously, even in crowded areas. These advantages would enable a variety of applications and services, including IoT, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and smart use cases like smart homes, offices, and cities.
Faster internet speeds, lower latency, and support for a massive number of connected devices would enhance entertainment, communication, productivity, and lifestyle applications.
Whether it’s streaming high-definition content, enjoying seamless online gaming, or interacting with smart home devices, 5G is expected to provide a superior user experience.
Businesses are expected to benefit significantly from 5G with improved connectivity with faster data transfer speeds, lower latency, optimised processes, and improved productivity.