You’ll forget “4G” once the next generation steps in

Much buzz has been made in the world of technology ever since the inception of 4G wireless network connection which left behind all previous networks with a fair distance. If you have been a “tech-enthusiast” you would remember the phases and turnarounds in the technology from 2007, when it was first launched in South Korea, till 2012, its last U.S designer initiated update.

The world has been exploring next generation of wireless technology to show up. Hans Vestberg, CEO Ericsson, has his eyes set on the 5G. He has already shared his vision on how the next “G” would enable us to establish significantly smarter and faster network intelligence. This will bring the rather revolutionary idea of “every object” being connected to the internet, to life, an idea that would change lives for the better, according to Vestberg, "We are seeing the biggest transformation ahead of us"

Although the visionary CEO does not see this project being finalized until 2020, nevertheless, he has deployed a fully committed team working diligently to oversee its execution to perfection. This swift shift from 4G to 5G would be a rather expansive one; networking in future would not just be limited to transfer of data or high speed internet. 5G is promised to be a “smart network” which would be able to understand the situation in the region of the connected device.

Vestberg gave a demonstration of the network through a helmet connected with the device which would be able to save the drivers life. Ericsson in collaboration with a Swedish sports gear manufacturer, Poc, has developed a prototype, bicycle helmet connected to the network, which would allow other cars to detect its presence and avoid collision. The technology however depends a lot on literally 100% optimization, as other vehicles also need to be connected to the network in order to prevent the collision.

Now this is just a small part of the picture of the future Vestberg envisions. We can all keep our fingers crossed and wait for Ericsson to finalize the project.