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IRL: Online Life is Real Life

The 5G Privilege

Aug 12, 2019
The podcast dives into the hype around 5G technology, exploring its capabilities, potential problems, and advantages. The experiences of field testing 5G in London reveal variability in speeds, network challenges, and high costs. The frustrations of poor internet connectivity in rural areas are highlighted, emphasizing the need for investment in infrastructure and addressing the digital divide.
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  • The introduction of 5G could revolutionize various industries such as power companies, manufacturing, and healthcare, enabling innovative applications and improved efficiency.
  • The adoption of 5G may exacerbate the existing digital divide, with rural and less affluent communities facing inadequate access to high-speed internet, highlighting the need for urgent action to address the issue of inequality in 5G adoption.

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Potential Applications of 5G Technology

One of the main advantages of 5G is its potential to enable a range of innovative applications. For example, in California, power companies could use sensors on a 5G network to detect when a power line is falling and shut off the power before it hits the ground. Additionally, a 5G network could support a fully sensor-controlled factory, where devices communicate through the network to ensure high reliability. Moreover, the automotive industry could benefit from a 5G network, as it enables vehicles to communicate with each other and infrastructure, leading to more efficient and safer autonomous driving.

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