Cellcom Telecommunications Israel and Parallel Wireless launched their first-of-a-kind pilot, which will demonstrate the deployment of autonomous 5G SA core sites in Israel. This launch follows Cellcom’s announcement of plans to establish a cloud-based 5G SA network.
Cellcom, a cellular provider in Israel, and Parallel Wireless chose to partner in conducting experiments that will test Open RAN 5G technology. When successful, it will provide an open network architecture to give the company more flexibility in cellular network deployments while providing smoother upgrades.
The pilot will be based on the 5G SA technology, with an end-to-end Open RAN solution that will include demonstrations of RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC) capabilities – a smart management layer used for control and advanced performance optimization.
5G SA technology is the next evolution of cellular connectivity, introducing opportunities for the cellular market. Currently, fifth-generation networks are based on fourth-generation cores, while the development in question is the establishment of an independent network core for the fifth generation.
The 5G SA solution could assist in integrating and embedding IoT solutions in transportation, medical, agriculture and other industries, alongside creating communication solutions tailored to the needs of any organization.
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