Gigabit LTE — How the same technology for cell phones will be used in homes and businesses

Wireless technology has reached a major milestone with the introduction of Gigabit LTE in mobile internet. Gigabit LTE will be crucial to the success of the 4G Advanced and 5G networks, providing high-bandwidth coverage for customers.

While firms such as AT&T and Verizon have already announced that they would be rolling out these new networks, although users might not be in a position to use such speeds on their mobile phones until 2019. Horizon Communications already plans on using Gigabit LTE to provide high-speed internet and cell phone connections to customers in its markets.

What is Gigabit LTE and how does it work?

LTE stands for long-term evolution and Gigabit LTE is the advanced form of LTE. Right now, most mobile phones make use of the wireless 4G to connect to other devices. Gigabit LTE derives its name from the fact that its peak speed is at 1 gigabit per second.

Gigabit LTE is made up of three components; the 4x4 MIMO antenna and radio, carrier aggregation (CA), and 256 QAM. The 4x4 MIMO refers to the antennas that aid the phone in picking up different signals. The CA identifies different radio frequency bands and picks the one with the most speed. The 256 QAM transmits the huge data bandwidths. All these components work together to deliver high-speed wireless connections.

How is the Gigabit LTE being used in homes and businesses?

High speed internet is becoming a necessity in today’s world, and it is no wonder that telecoms such as Horizon Communications have identified this need and have risen to the occasion. Smart watches, cars, homes, and business operations are increasingly demanding stable internet connectivity.

The same technology that drives communications for cell phones will be used by Horizon Communications to provide fixed wireless service to homes and businesses, which is a watershed moment for ISP’s to capitalize on. LTE’s advancements have increased to the point of overcoming the speed of coax and fiber-optic services, at a hugely competitive rollout price and time of installation.

With Gigabit LTE, internet users are able to download such things as TV shows and games on the go. More homes have Wi-Fi connected television sets, lighting, smart security systems and other IoT appliances designed for convenience. Gigabit LTE is able to support multiple smart devices and different data streams on the telecommunications network, giving customers options in getting service to their deceives.

Businesses will be able to do live video-conferencing, sharing of large files, and online training is now possible. Gigabit LTE will also enable the pulling of files off the cloud storage faster.

Gigabit LTE will enable startups running on a lean budget to operate without having to invest in network infrastructure or a broadband connectivity, thus enabling virtual offices. Applications such as Accounts, CRM, Business Intelligence, and other data-intensive applications will work seamlessly whether you are on the go or working from home. This technology will see more companies build industry-specific apps. Lean startups will be able to respond faster to market demands and therefore, compete with established businesses. Bigger firms will be able to get information faster and make data-based decisions more effectively to deliver a better client experience.

These are only some of the impacts Gigabit LTE will have on homes and businesses. It is currently available in about 25 countries and devices such as Samsung Galaxy S9 and iPhone 8 already support it.

Gilbert A Darrell is the Founder of Horizon. He has 18 years experience in information technology and telecom solutions, a veteran in Fire and EMS Services, a crypto enthusiast and a member of the Bermuda Government’s Cryptocurrency Task Force.

Horizon Communications is an upcoming fixed wireless internet and cellular service provider looking to provide services in Bermuda, the Caribbean, and Central America before expanding internationally.

While utilizing 4th generation and soon 5th generation wireless technology, it will also heavily incorporate blockchain and cryptocurrency technology, one of the 1st ISP’s in the world to do so and the 1st to tokenize their services using an Initial Coin Offering (ICO).

More information can be found on their website — www.HorizonComm.co