We are all excited for 5G and have discussed topics like what is 5G and how is it different? or how will 5G affect the overall telecom industry? While the impact of 5G as we understand will be monumental and with it will require an overhaul of the existing setup to make true 5G possible.
If someone is from the telecommunication industry, one must be wondering how we go about ensuring the best possible result with 5G. To understand this scenario let us take the example of Stevie Budd who is the Facilities Manager for a large tech park in Illinois called Thinkware Tech Park. Stevie is proactive and prides himself on using the latest in tech to ensure the offices in the tech park are well connected and enjoy working out of Thinkware Tech Park. Stevie has been reading a lot about 5G and is worried if her tech park will need to undergo any revamp to support the people with 5G cell phone connections. She also wants to stay ahead of her competition and use it as a selling point for her tech park. To help her with her predicament, Stevie schedules up a free consultation with Dan from Kaytech Coverage Solutions to understand better. Here are a few snapshots of the conversation between Stevie and Dan:
How ready is 5G for the people?
5G capable cellular devices started entering the market towards the end of 2019. This however consists of a very small population with 5G compliant devices. The numbers are however increasing fast.
How long will 4G continue?
4G will tend to co-exist and improve till at least the end of 2030 as per recent reports.
How will 4G and 5G exist together?
A person on 5G data will automatically fall back on 4G in case the coverage for 5G is hindered. So a person or device on a 5G network will continue to support 4G for times when a 5G signal is not available.
What does that mean for the current 4G signal boosters installed?
5G coverage is going to be limited and the expansion will take time. 5G bandwidths also have less penetrative power. In those cases, the frequency will automatically fall back to 4G. This means that inside most buildings people will still be using 4G. The existing signal boosters will continue to support the infrastructure as before.
Will the 4G signal boosters continue to support 5G?
While the 4G signal boosters cannot directly support 5G, it will however ensure the 4G networks are available to a user. All 4G frequencies will continue to be used even by 5G smartphones. 4G signal boosters will be required to support a communication infrastructure for the foreseeable future.
Are there new 5G signal booster being developed and why are they required?
Yes, new 5G signal boosters are being developed and are available on sale. These boosters help maintain 5G bandwidth in places of lesser coverage. So 5G smartphone can continue using 5G data.
When is the right time to invest in 5G signal boosters?
4G will continue to be used by the majority of the devices and if the current infrastructure is sufficient to handle the demand then the current setup should be good for a few more years. If someone wishes to support 5G inside buildings and not drop to 4G can invest in 5G signal boosters. Otherwise, the ideal rule is that when a device maker announces devices that are not compliant with 4G should one start investments to make their facilities 5G compliant.
5G is here to stay and organizations are increasingly working on finding solutions to best suit their 5G needs. However, the implementation and application of the devices to support and amplify 5G will not come cheap. Knowing when and what to change will be crucial in order to balance value and investments. With 4G still continuing to develop and grow will need the current infrastructure to operate smoothly.
We at Kaytech Coverage specialize in creating such systems and our team of experienced network professionals will ensure round-the-clock connectivity so you can leverage IoT and the exciting tech possibilities of today and the future. Write to us by visiting https://ktcoverage.com/contact for a free consultation and audit.
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