Before launching 5G networks to the public, carriers must first test the technologies to get a feel for how they’ll work in the real world. And that’s precisely what AT&T is doing in Austin.
AT&T today said that it’s conducting its second 5G test using millimeter wave (mmWave) technology in Austin, Texas. This trial is pushing a fixed wireless 5G signal, allowing trial participants to stream live TV using DirecTV Now and get faster broadband speeds.
The test is being conducted using tech from Ericsson and Intel, and AT&T says that it expects the test to yield speeds of up to 1 gigabyte per second.
Looking ahead, AT&T says that it’s aiming to “deliver state-of-the-art 5G speeds as early as late 2018.
AT&T conducting 5G tests with millimeter wave tech in Austin originally posted at http://phonedog.com
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