M1 has announced the launch of its commercial 5G RedCap network services for enterprise customers, marking a significant milestone in the region’s telecommunications landscape. This deployment, part of M1’s next-generation 5G-Advanced Network, is the first known launch of RedCap services for enterprises in Southeast Asia, offering enhanced connectivity solutions.
5G RedCap technology bridges the gap between legacy Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and full 5G deployments. It provides higher reliability, lower latency, extended battery life, reduced costs, improved coverage, and enhanced security features, all crucial for enterprise applications. This addition strengthens M1’s existing suite of advanced 5G capabilities, which includes Network Slicing, Speed Priority, VIP Access, and Carrier Aggregation.
Andrew Cheng, M1’s Chief of Enterprise Services, stated, “M1 is establishing the benchmark for business connectivity solutions in the region. By being the first in Southeast Asia to offer 5G RedCap network services in the enterprise space, we are enabling our business customers to gain competitive advantages through more efficient, reliable, and scalable connected solutions.”
The new solution leverages Nokia’s 5G RedCap technology, which supports the expansion of the 5G ecosystem with new industrial IoT devices and low-power wearables. This allows operators to deliver a wider range of services to more devices, accelerating IoT deployment across various industries. Jae Won, Senior Vice President at Nokia, commented, “The introduction of 5G RedCap will unlock new opportunities for many industries, with potentially billions of new devices connected with 5G.”
M1 has also partnered with Ransnet, a local device manufacturer, to ensure the compatibility and availability of RedCap-compatible devices for enterprise customers in Singapore. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development and deployment of these devices, further enhancing M1’s enterprise solutions portfolio.
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