Ericsson, a global telecommunications company, has introduced a new software toolkit aimed at bolstering the capabilities of 5G standalone networks and enabling premium services with distinctive connectivity. This development comes in response to the increasing demand for network capacity and performance, driven by emerging use cases and heightened expectations from mobile users regarding the quality of their 5G experience, Ericsson said in a press release.
In the release, Ericsson said the toolkit is specifically designed for communication service providers (CSPs) to deliver services with high demands for throughput, reliability, and low latency at predetermined performance levels. These services include lag-free mobile cloud gaming, video conferencing, live broadcasting, remote-controlled machines and vehicles, public safety services, and future extended reality (XR) applications.
While 5G networks offer high-speed connections, consistently low latency, and greater bandwidth, the growing diversity and complexity of use cases require improved network performance. As more demanding applications emerge, it becomes crucial to move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to wireless connectivity.
Sibel Tombaz, Head of Product Line 5G RAN at Ericsson, underscored the company's commitment to expanding global 5G network capabilities, facilitating a shift from basic mobile broadband to premium experiences with service-level agreements. Ericsson said its new software toolkit enables customers to unlock advanced 5G applications through differentiated connectivity, guaranteeing high-quality service.
According to the latest Ericsson ConsumerLab report, 20% of smartphone users are actively seeking differentiated 5G connectivity. These users are willing to pay a premium of up to 11% for 5G plans that ensure superior network performance.
Ericsson's software toolkit introduces several enhancements, which align with a three-fold strategy — ensuring excellent performance for mobile broadband services, providing differentiated experiences for emerging consumer and enterprise use cases, and enabling on-demand network performance through network APIs.
Key capabilities of the software toolkit
Changsoon Choi, Vice President of Network Service Differentiation and Convergence at Deutsche Telekom, expressed enthusiasm for Ericsson's software offering, emphasising its potential to deliver consistent low latency and improve the quality of experience for customers.
Patrick Filkins, Research Manager for IoT and Telecom Network Infrastructure at IDC, lauded Ericsson's efforts to empower CSPs to leverage 5G opportunities, describing the new RAN and Core software features as a valuable resource to drive premium services with differentiated 5G connectivity.
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