What are the future trends of mobile phone connections?

Over the next decade, the number of connected endpoints will reach trillions of devices and technologies such as the Internet of Things, AI, robotics, and the Metaverse will become the norm for billions of people.

Research predicts that the number of IoT devices will reach 41.6 billion by 2025. However, this will require huge network capacity, ultra-low latency, higher reliability and higher availability.

Telecom companies have a daunting task at hand to provide network infrastructure for the Metaverse. In addition, cellular and Wi-Fi communication networks must be more unified to provide faster network speeds and real-time communications.

Although cellular and Wi-Fi technologies have competed in the past, the future of wireless communications may see more collaboration between the two. Next-generation networks will provide the ability to seamlessly connect mobile devices via cellular or Wi-Fi networks, ensuring the unification of our experience of the physical, digital, and human worlds.

Wi-Fi and cellular network convergence

The convergence of fixed and mobile networks is actually about providing services and applications that can be easily accessed from any network, including fixed line, Wi-Fi, hotspot or 4/5G cellular networks. As the dominant mobile operators gradually acquire fiber operators, Wi-Fi and cellular networks have gradually moved towards convergence.

Around the world, we are seeing mobile and fixed line operators merge to consolidate and capture market share. It is also a strategic move for operators who want to enter the 4G and 5G space, as they need more fiber to connect mobile networks.

However, for Wi-Fi and cellular convergence to succeed, service providers must break free from traditional thinking about which technologies belong to mobile and fixed wireless services. Breaking down these misconceptions will bring huge business opportunities. What's more, some of these opportunities do not require large-scale infrastructure investments, and telecom companies do not need to wait for new converged standards or equipment to emerge.

New Model

The convergence of Wi-Fi and cellular networks will drive new models of service delivery efficiency, flexibility and profitability that were not previously possible. It will enable telecom companies to cost-effectively offer and monetize a wider range of personalized products and services.

From a network perspective, a new model where all services are seamlessly accessible and available anywhere, anytime, from any device and any network is definitely possible. However, managing, securing and monetizing these services is complex, risky and costly.

The ultimate goal of this model is to optimize the delivery of all data, voice and video communications, regardless of location or device.

in conclusion

In today's fast-paced world, enterprises want complete mobility for business continuity. They are constantly looking for solutions that can increase efficiency and productivity. The convergence of Wi-Fi and cellular networks is a fast-growing trend that enables enterprises to increase flexibility and improve efficiency by integrating fixed and mobile networks.

By providing seamless connectivity across different networks, people can move freely without losing service or experiencing poor quality of service.