Promises Come to Fruition as 5G Reaches Critical Mass [Mobile Radio]

I n the years that led to the deployment of 5G networks, people often read of the envisioned transformative power of 5G in everyday life, with examples usually drawn from health care, entertainment, and automation. As explored in this column, these promises are finally coming to fruition as more trials and near-commercial deployments showcase the capabilities of 5G in these areas. At the same time, reports are coming in documenting that 5G adoption is reaching critical mass, typically targeting the midband spectrum in an effort to deliver both maximum speeds and optimal coverage.