AT&T Tests Ultra-Fast 5G in Austin, With Focus on Streaming Video
With a focus on streaming video, AT&T said Tuesday it launched a second trial using high-frequency spectrum to deliver high-speed 5G connections to subscribers in parts of Austin. The trial “delivers an ultra-fast internet connection to residential, small business and…
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enterprise locations using Ericsson’s 5G RAN and the Intel 5G Mobile Trial Platform,” said a news release. “Participants can stream premium live TV via DIRECTV NOW and experience faster broadband services -- all over a fixed wireless 5G signal. The trial benefits from the resources and capabilities of our 5G testbeds in Austin.” The carrier predicted speeds of up to 1 Gbps as part of the trial. AT&T said Monday, working with Ericsson, it reached speeds of more than 650 Mbps in field tests in downtown San Francisco. The test looked at the use of LTE/licensed assisted access technologies.