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Openreach , Nokia 50Gbps fibre test and services our customers experience over that network long into the future . Today we ’ re deploying XGS-PON ready equipment , and this trial proves we ’ re ready for the next generational leap , as and when it ’ s needed .”
Sandy Motley , president Nokia Fixed Networks , added : “ This trial shows the incredible power of fibre to increase network capacity in an efficient way . As a futureproof , energy efficient technology , fibre is used by operators like Openreach to connect everything to multi-gigabit services . Our platform provides them with a full range of PON technologies and services that can be delivered over their existing fibre network . From 10G and 25G today to eventually 50Gbps or even 100G , our unique toolkit of fibre solutions allows Openreach to future-proof their network and flexibly address their evolving network demand .”
UK digital infrastructure provider Openreach and Nokia have successfully tested the UK ’ s first live 50 Gigabits per second ( Gbps ) broadband connection . The technology promises to deliver speeds twenty times faster than the fastest broadband services available today in UK .
During a field test conducted from a residential property in Ipswich , the new Nokia ‘ 50G PON ’ technology achieved download speeds of 41.9Gbps and upload speeds of 20.6Gbps .
The test was run over a section of Openreach ’ s existing Full Fibre network , which is already available to more than 17m premises across the UK , demonstrating that the current fibre network is future proof .
The ‘ hyper-fast ’ service also excelled in simultaneous tests over a trial XGS-PON network – a faster version of Openreach ’ s current network that supports higher symmetric speeds . The successful trial highlights the potential for a wide range of future services and transformative benefits for both homes and businesses .
As our lives become increasingly digital , the demand for higher speeds and greater bandwidth continues to grow , says Openreach , who recently reported how broadband usage across the UK had reached record levels – increasing by more than 10 per cent last year . Future deployments of 10 Gbps , 25 Gbps and 50 Gbps capable broadband will open up a world of exciting possibilities , including :
• Driving the Next Wave of Entertainment : Immersive experiences like virtual reality ( VR ), augmented reality ( AR ), and 8K video streaming are bandwidthintensive . With ultra-low latency 50Gbps fibre , these technologies can be delivered seamlessly , offering consumers richer and more interactive content .
Lightning fast data transmission and minimal delay are crucial for real-time gaming . With 50Gbps broadband – gamers can enjoy smoother gameplay , quicker response times , and a more immersive experience , even during periods of peak demand .
• Accelerating Innovation in Healthcare : From telemedicine to AI-driven diagnostics , healthcare is increasingly reliant on high-speed internet . Highcapacity fibre will enable near-instantaneous transmission of large medical imaging files and real-time consultations that could help save lives .
• Transforming Remote Work and Learning : With remote work and online education becoming standard , the need for robust and stable connections is critical . Fibre broadband ensures crystal-clear video conferencing , instantaneous file sharing , and uninterrupted access to cloud-based applications .
• Transforming industries : Enterprises increasingly making a move to the cloud to benefit from a new wave of industry 4.0 applications for AI-driven automation , data analytics and collaboration . This shift requires high speed broadband , helping enterprises to increase productivity , reduce waste and energy consumption .
• Empowering Smart Cities : Smart city initiatives rely on real-time data to manage traffic , energy consumption , public safety , and more . Fibre broadband can handle the data requirements of smart city infrastructure , enabling real-time monitoring and management of traffic , utilities , and public service .
Trevor Linney , director , Network Technology at Openreach , said : “ As the country ’ s largest full fibre provider , it ’ s crucial that we continue to research , innovate and evolve our network to meet our customers ’ demands for decades to come . The Full Fibre network we ’ re building today is a platform for the UK ’ s economic , social and environmental prosperity , and this test proves we can keep upgrading the speeds
Canal + expands partnership with Samsung
Canal + and Samsung Electronics have extended their strategic partnership to cover over 40 territories globally . This new partnership will include the distribution of Canal + applications on over 25 million Samsung Smart TVs . The deal marks the expansion of the collaboration between the two groups in Canal + European , Asian and French Overseas Territories , alongside the launch of the Canal + App in more than 25 French-speaking African territories .
Canal + applications are now available on Smart TVs starting from 2018 models and later . The applications will be preinstalled on the home screen of newly sold Samsung TVs from 2024 and 2025 , providing Canal + subscribers with easy access its full range of content , including sports , movies and series .
“ This partnership makes it easier than ever to access all Canal + content and bundles on Samsung devices in over
40 countries and paves the way for an expanded collaboration between our two groups ,” commented Philippe Schwerer , EVP industrial partnerships & new business at Canal +.
“ We are pleased to renew and further strengthen our partnership with Canal +. With the Canal + app available on our Smart TVs across all Canal + territories , we can provide our customers with even more outstanding content from the Canal + app ,” added Alex Hole , SVP & GM at Samsung Europe .
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