Nokia, TPG Telecom & MediaTek unveil 360-Degree video broadcast showcasing Metaverse future on 5G

Nokia's recent collaboration with an Australian based telecommunications along with semiconductor company is turning heads, showcasing the Metaverse's amazing potential, and even recent reports by Bain and Company predict that the value of the Metaverse will soar to an astounding $900 billion by 20230.So hold onto your VR headsets, because the future is here!

In an innovative partnership, Nokia, TPG Telecom, and MediaTek presented a live 360-degree video broadcast that provides a sneak peek into the Metaverse's future, powered by cutting-edge 5G technology. The 5G Uplink Carrier Aggregation (CA) technology from Nokia, the strong 5G network from TPG Telecom, and the cutting-edge 5G mobile chipset technology from MediaTek were all prominently shown during the presentation, which was held at Nokia's 5G Futures Lab in Sydney, Australia.

Improved uplink speeds revolutionise

Metaverse experience Nokia's innovative CA technology, which seamlessly combines multiple sub-6 GHz frequency bands, played a pivotal role in achieving optimised 5G uplink speeds. This breakthrough technology facilitated the real-time transmission of high-quality 360-degree videos, revolutionising the way audiences engage with content. The demonstration utilised Nokia’s energy-efficient AirScale portfolio, including baseband, massive MIMO, and Remote Radio Head products, all powered by the highly efficient ReefShark chipset.

MediaTek’s contribution included its 5G mobile platform featuring the MediaTek M80 5G modem, incorporated into the Dimensity SoC series. By utilising a 15 MHz carrier on the 700 MHz band (n28) and a 90 MHz carrier on the 3.6 GHz band (n78), the demo leveraged Uplink Carrier Aggregation technology to achieve a remarkable peak uplink throughput of 159 Mbps.

Metaverse's industrial potential unveiled

During the presentation, Leslie Shannon, Nokia's Head of Trend and Innovation Scouting, gave an engaging speech on the future of the Metaverse. She explained how an essential element of Industrial Metaverse experiences is 360-degree video livestreamed via 5G.

She further added, With the use of VR headsets and this technology, remote employees may observe faraway areas while operating robots that are handling explosives or conducting other risky activities.

According to recent research called The Metaverse at Work, an astounding 96 percent of respondents were aware of the industrial Metaverse's potential to combine real-world and virtual applications. They believe that Industry 4.0 deployment, acceptance, and monetisation across industries will be accelerated by the Metaverse.

Collaboration & vision for the future

David Yeo, General Manager of Wireless Access Networks at TPG Telecom, expressed excitement about the immersive capabilities demonstrated through their 5G network.

Yeo highlighted the collaborative nature of this endeavour and expressed enthusiasm for future partnerships with Nokia and MediaTek as they continue to unlock new content possibilities for customers.

Andrew Cope, Head of Oceania at Nokia, emphasised the significance of 360-degree video streaming in constructing the Metaverse's foundation. Powered by Nokia’s 5G Uplink Carrier Aggregation technology, this breakthrough stands as a pivotal advancement for industrial digitalisation's immersive future. The inclusion of Leslie Shannon's expertise showcased the transformative potential of 5G technology in realising the Metaverse's possibilities.

The collaborative efforts of Nokia, TPG Telecom, and MediaTek have brought the Metaverse one step closer to reality. By pushing the boundaries of 5G technology, this demonstration has illuminated the potential of immersive experiences and transformative applications in the evolving digital landscape.