5G Basics Part 1: History of 5G - Huawei Seeds For The Future

Summary

This video script offers a historical journey through mobile communication, starting from the era of landlines and 1G to the advent of 5G. It highlights the evolution from analog voice calls to digital services, the introduction of SMS and MMS in 2G, the shift to data connectivity in 3G, and the leap to high-speed internet with 4G and LTE. The script culminates in the capabilities of 5G, promising unprecedented bandwidth and latency-critical applications, marking a significant stride in wireless technology.

Takeaways

• 📱 Mobile phones have been around for about 40 years, evolving from fixed landlines to digital communication devices.
• 🌐 The first commercial cellular network was launched in Tokyo in 1979 by Nippon Telegraph and Telephone (NTT), using the AMPS standard.
• 📞 1G networks allowed users to be reached while on the move, but had limitations such as slow speeds (2.4 kilobits per second) and analog technology.
• 📵 2G networks introduced digital technology, SMS, and MMS, but standards varied across regions (e.g., GSM in Europe, CDMA in the US, PDC in Japan).
• 🌐 3G networks offered data connectivity at one megabit per second, enabling mobile internet access and moving towards interoperability.
• 📲 The advent of 3G also saw the rise of smartphones with color screens and the proliferation of mobile applications.
• 🚀 4G technology, specifically LTE, united global standards and increased data rates to about 100 megabits per second, enhancing multimedia services.
• 🔋 4G also introduced LTE Advanced, also known as 4.5G, which further boosted data transfer speeds to 1 gigabit per second.
• 🌟 5G networks offer up to 20 gigabits per second, significantly faster than 4G, and provide more reliable connections and nearly instantaneous network response.
• 🤖 5G's low latency makes it suitable for latency-critical applications like remote controlling heavy machinery.

Q & A

Who is Mike McDonald and what is his role in the video?

Mike McDonald is from Huawei Technologies and he is the presenter of the video, introducing and explaining the course on 5G.

What is the main focus of the video series on 5G?

The video series focuses on explaining what 5G is, how 5G standards are set, the importance of spectrum, the differences in modern 5G network architecture from previous generations, and addressing health concerns related to 5G.

What was the limitation of using a fixed landline for communication?

Fixed landlines limited communication to a specific location, making it impossible to be reached while on the move, and they were primarily used for voice calls only.

What was the significance of the introduction of cellular networks in the 1970s?

The introduction of cellular networks allowed for the freedom of movement while communicating, breaking away from the constraints of fixed landlines.

What was the world's first commercial cellular network based on and when was it launched?

The world's first commercial cellular network was based on the Advanced Mobile Phone System (AMPS) standard and was launched in Tokyo in 1979 by Nippon Telegraph and Telephone (NTT).

What were the key features of 2G networks compared to 1G?

2G networks introduced digital communication, a 160-character Short Message Service (SMS), and a low-speed data transfer service known as Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS).

Why were early mobile phones considered status symbols?

Early mobile phones were bulky, expensive, and not widely accessible, making them a symbol of status and exclusivity for those who owned them.

What technological advancements did 3G bring to mobile communication?

3G offered data connectivity of up to one megabit per second, enabling online access while on the move, and it moved the mobile industry towards interoperability with compatible versions of CDMA technology.

What is the difference between 4G and LTE technology?

4G refers to the fourth generation of mobile networks, while LTE, or Long-Term Evolution, is a technology within the 4G standard that allows for data rates of about 100 megabits per second.

What is the speed difference between 5G and 4G in terms of downloading a 4K movie?

Downloading a 4K movie takes a few seconds on a 5G network compared to 5 to 10 minutes on a 4G network.

What are some of the latency-critical applications that can benefit from 5G's fast response times?

Applications that can benefit from 5G's fast response times include remote controlling of heavy machinery and online gaming where network latency is critical.