e& UAE Deploys RedCap for Next-Gen Industrial 5G
▼ Summary
– e& UAE has activated Reduced Capability (RedCap) on its 5G Standalone network, expanding the 5G ecosystem and demonstrating it with a smartwatch use case.
– RedCap is a streamlined 5G technology that optimizes device performance for mid-tier IoT applications, enabling efficient and cost-effective connectivity.
– The technology supports industrial IoT applications in sectors like manufacturing, logistics, and smart cities, leveraging the security and performance of the 5GSA network.
– e& UAE has launched a certification program for RedCap devices to ensure reliability and security, with plans to expand adoption across wearables and industrial deployments.
– This implementation reinforces e& UAE’s leadership in 5G innovation and IoT readiness, aligning with national digital transformation and Industry 4.0 goals.
A significant advancement in the United Arab Emirates’ telecommunications landscape has been achieved with e& UAE’s activation of Reduced Capability (RedCap) technology on its 5G Standalone network. This development represents a pivotal move in broadening the 5G ecosystem, demonstrated through the nation’s first live RedCap application on a smartwatch. The implementation highlights how this technology provides uninterrupted connectivity, significantly prolonged battery performance, and enhanced security features for end-users.
RedCap functions as a streamlined version of 5G, specifically engineered to enhance device efficiency for mid-tier Internet of Things applications. It creates a pathway for economical, scalable, and power-efficient IoT connectivity, thereby unlocking fresh revenue streams in both consumer and corporate sectors that extend well beyond conventional mobile broadband services.
According to Abdulrahman Al Humaidan, Senior Vice President of Access Network Development at e& UAE, the smartwatch demonstration illustrates the effective deployment of RedCap over their secure 5GSA infrastructure. He emphasized that the network’s capabilities are not limited to wearables but are also fully prepared to support a variety of industrial applications, fostering the creation of secure and inventive solutions throughout the country.
This technology establishes RedCap as a fundamental driver for the industrial IoT sector, catering to mission-critical operations in fields such as manufacturing, supply chain management, public utilities, and smart city developments. By utilizing the inherent security and high-performance attributes of e&’s 5GSA network—which incorporates network slicing and sophisticated encryption protocols—RedCap maintains compatibility with time division duplex spectrum while guaranteeing consistent and reliable operational performance.
To ensure that RedCap devices meet stringent standards for dependability, security, and operational effectiveness, e& UAE has launched a dedicated certification program. The company’s roadmap includes widening the adoption of this technology across various wearable devices and industrial systems, while simultaneously preparing for the upcoming transition to more advanced 5G-Advanced network capabilities.
Through the strategic implementation of RedCap, e& UAE is strengthening its position at the forefront of 5G innovation and IoT preparedness. This initiative is in direct alignment with the UAE’s national objectives to accelerate digital transformation and advance the principles of Industry 4.0 across the nation’s economic landscape.
(Source: MEA Tech Watch)
