By Rolla Hassan, Ph.D
Population coverage
The figure below is based on the sum of the total number of people covered in each country.
5G pioneer bands
The 5G pioneer bands identified at the EU level.
• 700 MHz (703-733 MHz and 758-788 MHz)
• 3.6 GHz (3400-3800 MHz)
• 26 GHz (at least 1000 MHz within 24250-27500 MHz)
The Commission successfully harmonised the frequencies in these bands. The 26 GHz band was the final frequency band to be harmonised. This occurred in May 2019 with a Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2019/784.96.
Network performance: speed Performance (Mbps)
Regarding speed, There are arguments against the dedicated spectrum. The Mobile Industry Association, the GSMA, says that doing so may cause fragmentation. The organization says this could make it harder for operators to achieve contiguous blocs, reducing speeds and QoS.
5G verticals
5G has the ability to provide services for a range of industries where mobile telecoms have so far had little purchase. Because 5G features low latency and high speeds, it is well suited to enter the so-called “vertical” markets such as industrial and agricultural automation, the automotive industry, transport and healthcare.
Data source: 5G Observatory Biannual Report October 2023
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