[Shenzhen, China, March 2, 2017] Huawei and Heavy Reading released the 5G Core white paper. The white paper focuses on the evolution of the core network to 5G. It defines the objectives and value of the 5G core for networks, and the key technologies and network architecture to move forward the 5G network technologies and architecture development.
5G core will be crucial in terms of supporting 5G capabilities and a wider range of new services. The white paper describes the demands which commercial 5G services will place on networks, and how the key technical features of the 5G core will enable new services. The 5G core will have four key technical features.
5G will bring about a better connected and intelligent world. In addition to connecting people, telecoms networks will also provide information and connection services for a wide range of industrial uses including autonomous vehicles, industrial controls, AR/VR, smart grids and smart homes. As a crucial part of the 5G network, 5G core will help operators build a platform that enables all access technologies and all service types.
Huawei initiated 5G research in 2009. It invests heavily in the technical innovation of 5G core network and is dedicated to promoting the development and standardization of 5G core network technologies. Huawei holds such key positions, including SA2 chairperson. It is the No.1 contributor in terms of proposals and accepted proposals. Huawei works closely with leading global operators, vertical industry partners, and standards organizations to promote 5G core network development. Together we can build a better connected world empowered by 5G.
Read the 5G Core white paper here: http://www-file.huawei.com/~/media/CORPORATE/PDF/white%20paper/Heavy%20Reading%20Whitepaper-%20Service-Oriented%205G%20Core%20Networks.pdf