NTT DOCOMO has partnered with Nokia Networks to explore the potential of Nokia Networks mmWave technology in the 70 GHz spectrum band. In a joint indoor 5G trial, the two companies achieved downlink speeds of more than 2 Gbps using higher frequencies in the 70 GHz band.
NTT DOCOMO has partnered with Nokia Networks to explore the potential of Nokia Networks mmWave technology in the 70 GHz spectrum band. In a joint indoor 5G trial, the two companies achieved downlink speeds of more than 2 Gbps using higher frequencies in the 70 GHz band.
The demonstration underlines DOCOMO’s strong intention to launch 5G in 2020. DOCOMO and Nokia Networks are also planning to conduct a 70 GHz outdoor trial later this year.
Proof of Concept system was demonstrated using an access point and equipment with 1 GHz bandwidth in a laboratory environment. 5G PHY and MAC software enabled beam tracking for pedestrian mobility and more than 2 Gbps throughput. Operator plans to present the results at DOCOMO booth at MWC 2015.
