Ooredoo has successfully tested groundbreaking 5.5G technology, raising the bar for connectivity in Oman. This isn’t just an upgrade; it’s a whole new level of speed, capacity, and reliability that is set to redefine connectivity in Oman.
With this success, Ooredoo is once again proving it’s at the cutting edge of telco innovation and setting new standards in speed, capacity, and reliability.
5.5G is the cornerstone of Ooredoo’s vision for an intelligent future, bridging the gap between 5G and the future 6G landscape. It's the backbone of network evolution, fueling service innovation and enabling seamless digital experiences across all scenarios. Utilizing 5.5G, consumers will experience lightning-fast downloads and uploads, which bode favorably in the gaming, streaming and corporate sectors.
In line with this, Ooredoo Oman participated in Telecom Review’s recent virtual panel entitled “Technology Chiefs Delve into 5G-Advanced,” which shed light on the current trends in 5G-A adoption and digital transformation outcomes at length.
Dr Ahmed Al Abri, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Ooredoo, said, “We are all about pushing boundaries, and 5.5G is our latest achievement. We’re bringing our customers something that’s not just faster, but smarter as part of digital Vision Oman 2040. During the test, 5.5G technology achieved a single-user peak rate of over 4.6 Gbps, setting a new record for the fastest network speed in Oman, bringing an unprecedented network experience to users. We extend our sincere thanks to the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), for facilitating this test.”
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5G-Advanced: More Than Just Speed
This next-gen technology offers more than just increased speed; it represents a leap forward in connectivity, characterized by high capacity, low latency, wide bandwidth, and improved coverage. These combined attributes create a platform capable of handling massive amounts of data with incredible speed, enabling near-instantaneous responses, delivering uninterrupted service even in crowded areas, and expanding network reach where it's most needed. Use cases include real-time services like autonomous vehicles and telemedicine.
By addressing capacity challenges in dense urban environments, 5.5G delivers improved coverage where it is most needed. Ooredoo’s successful 5.5G tests, in collaboration with Huawei, over the last few months, mark a pivotal moment, positioning the company at the forefront of telecommunications innovation and paving the way for a hyper-connected Oman.
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