Vodafone is partnering with Ericsson to deploy a cloud-native dual-mode core for its 5G Standalone network where where all products and solutions are designed to run independently from previous generations of network equipment and technology.
The deployment of a dual-mode core, also known as Single Packet Core, will enable 5G Standalone, 5G non-Standalone and 4G technology.
The new agreement sets out a five-year technology roadmap and includes Packet Core and signaling network functions.
5G Standalone will power high end next generation use cases and support applications requiring the fastest connectivity, highest data rates and smallest latency demands, as well as network slicing capabilities.
Smartphones with support for 5G Standalone are expected to be launched later this year.
Next-generation technology and applications such as virtual reality, augmented reality, ultra-low latency and huge data-handling ability will be enhanced by 5G Standalone – all enabled by the secure network slicing, edge computing and service exposure capabilities of a 5G Standalone core.
Source: electronicsweekly
