Globe is upping their 5G services with the launch on their 5G Standalone (SA) technology. This will allow its 5G network to integrate network slicing capabilities, even lower latencies, always-on connectivity, and integration with edge computing.
Due to its increased capabilities, 5G SA will enable the adoption of new technological concepts and mission critical services such as industrial automation, remote surgery, and autonomous vehicles to name a few. This also enables massive machine-to-machine (mMTC) that cater to a high number of devices transmitting relevant data simultaneously.
“Globe is creating new possibilities with 5G SA. We are all set to leverage these enablers to make our 5G value proposition more compelling and competitive. 5G SA will allow us to do more services for multiple industries with new business models,” said Ernest Cu, Globe President and CEO.
Globe’s 5G SA on-site testing began last May 2021. It is currently in a live setup in its facility in Valero. The telco will soon be bringing its new technology to other parts of Metro Manila and beyond.
At the moment, Globe’s current 5G network is deployed via non-standalone (NSA) architecture – which allows it to offer faster Internet speeds. Early adoption of 5G resulted in an increase of 840% of 5G data traffic from January to July this year.
