The world of 5G is all set to make its entry across the globe and a lot of people believe that 2021 will witness the push of 5G into the AV industry. It is true because 5G has transformed the technology to a great extent and can also provide some incredible results in AV.
A lot of advances and upgrades are about to come with the onset of 5G which will increase the needs of the AV industry. However, it could get difficult for businesses to deal with the pressures that 5G could put on them.
What is 5G?
5G is a term that means it is the 5th Generation Wireless data transfer. It is directly related to the connectivity, speed, and reliable performance of wireless networks.
This journey started from 1G when it was introduced just for talking with each other. The advancement in technology cleared the path for 2G and 3G.
3G connectivity was the first time broadband equivalent speed could be achieved over mobile networks. 4G then removed the shortcomings of the earlier generations and was faster.
5G is an entirely different kettle of fish and offers a lot more to the users. It is a game-changer that is not only better for a single device but also for several devices connected to the internet. 4G is fast and can provide the desired results. But 5G is much more than 4G. It is 150 times faster than the existing 4G connectivity.
Effects of Transition from 4G to 5G
The transition from 4G to 5G will witness several technological modifications. The wireless technology will outperform some technical thresholds.
The speeds of wireless internet will exceed the low-speed of cable broadband and that of fibre optic cable. This alone will allow users to stream high-quality videos on their mobile phones. Users will experience 4K, 3D, and virtual content on their devices and will get a similar great experience as they get while watching cable television.
The second technical threshold will result in broader coverage of the Internet of Things or IoT to industrial and other applications. In the future, most consumer products will be connected to the internet through consumer IoT. Thermostats and refrigerators will get more advanced using 5G technology.
Industrial and large-scale processes, such as supply chain maintenance, agriculture for industrial purposes, and line management, will be guided through Industrial IoT. Moreover, the wireless network's integration with transportation implies that telecommunication companies will get a huge new source of revenue.
Another threshold that is expected to be surpassed by 5G technology is the reduction of lag in networks. It will be decreased to one millisecond, which is faster even than the velocity at which a human perceives visual, sound, and physical responses. In comparison to the latency of the 4G network, which currently varies between 20 and 50 milliseconds, the latency of 5G technology is exceptionally great.
This advancement in a wireless network in a combination of the touch-based feedback paves the way for new types of wireless applications, including remote surgeries and driver-less vehicles. It will allow gamers to meet with other users of the world virtually but in real-time.
Impact of 5G on Various Industries
Medical Industry - The Medical industry will see a greater impact of 5G. Wireless communications and networking in real-time will enable medical services to become remote, like robotic surgeries. A surgeon can perform operations from any part of the world using robotic surgeries' machines.
Food Industry - it will get easy to monitor the health and status of the crops present in farms. Drones will fulfil this task using the 5G network. You will be able to pay extra attention, and the drone can also provide water and nutrition by receiving commands from the operator.
Manufacturing Industry - Machines and robots are already present in most manufacturing industries. The presence of wireless robots will increase productivity and provide the perfect synchronisation in their actions.
Entertainment Industry - The gaming industry will see a huge change with the introduction of 5G. it will become possible to interact with other gaming professionals in real-time through virtual reality devices.
Role of 5G in Improving AV Industry
The AV industry will see a great involvement of 5G technology across the board. It is becoming necessary for businesses to look forward to this and start preparing ways in which they can capitalise on this 5G era. The present scenario is that a lot of businesses are focusing on the design and infrastructure alternatives available in 5G networking.
5G will introduce on-the-go connections to users that will also enable the employees to collaborate anytime and anywhere. Current AV technology will witness several improvements with the acceptance of 5G networking. For instance, video conferencing experiences will change largely, and it will become real-time quick, and it can also be said that virtual meetings will become a daily practice in the future, regardless of the users' location.
Changes will occur in the video conferencing experience. Wireless smart cameras and Omni-directional microphones will take the lead in virtual meetings and enable participants to views of the entire conference room. Another significant area for AV professionals is digital signage. 5G will introduce a contemporary method to accomplish this purpose.
Facial recognition programs will become faster, and it will enable us to get more precise outcomes. These programs could enable digital signage to update in real-time and save a lot of admin. Additionally, advertising on digital signage could become more personalised.
Opportunities for the AV industry with 5G
Better Remote Collaboration – Developments in the technology field by the tech developers have been significant and progressive as its contributing toward the improvement of AV solutions.
For instance, the new Meeting Owl Pro is the flagship product of Owl Labs that improves and enhances the experiences of conferencing through a 360-degrees intelligent camera and eight microphones, enabling the members to see a view of the entire meeting space. Thus, when it is supported by 5G, solutions it could bring local collaboration up to the next level.
