PLANO, Texas, Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ:
ERIC) today announced a partnership with Nex-Tech Wireless to
commercially launch Nex-Tech Wireless's 5G capabilities in rural
Kansas. Ericsson has been the
primary vendor for Nex-Tech Wireless on their 4G deployments and
the current 5G technologies utilize Ericsson's 5G Evolved Packet
Core, Cloud IMS and Radio Access Network (RAN) products and
solutions to support 5G Non-standalone (NSA) in key areas in the
carrier's coverage areas.
"5G will bring increased capabilities to our customers including
faster speeds, lower latency and more capacity. We are excited to
bring the latest and greatest technology to communities throughout
Kansas," said Jon Lightle, President and CEO of Nex-Tech
Wireless. "Ericsson's 5G solutions will help us remove the barriers
to connectivity while enabling innovation and next generation
services."
Nex-Tech Wireless is headquartered in Hays, Kansas and has been connecting thousands
of people and businesses through a robust wireless network using
trusted technology. Through partnering with Ericsson, Nex-Tech
Wireless will be able to provide high-quality 5G voice and
communication services, and faster data services to their
subscribers as they make the seamless transition to commercial
5G.
As part of their 5G enhancements, Nex-Tech Wireless will deploy
Ericsson Radio System products and solutions, including Ericsson
Spectrum Sharing, a software solution that enables the efficient
and instant (1ms) sharing of spectrum assets between radio access
technologies based on traffic and demand.
"Nex-Tech Wireless has been an early adopter of 5G in rural
America, and they share our belief that the next generation in
mobile wireless is key to bridging the digital divide and creating
an inclusive digital economy," said Bill
Chotiner, Vice President & Chief Technology Officer for
Customer Unit Regional Carriers, Ericsson
North America.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Ericsson 5G
Ericsson 5G RAN
Ericsson Radio System
Ericsson Spectrum Sharing
Ericsson Cloud IMS
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