Motorola: Why the Future of Connectivity Matters Now More Than Ever

Motorola: Why the Future of Connectivity Matters Now More Than Ever

By Sharay Shams, General Manager, Motorola Middle East

5G has often been used as mere buzzword, denoting a future of super-fast wireless connectivity that will have a transformative impact on society. Until recently, sparse availability and the general high cost of devices that can take advantage of 5G has limited the technology's potential impact.

However, with the recent mass shift towards remote working, the need for fast and more reliable connectivity became apparent to all. The importance of such technology shifted from being a mere privilege to an absolute necessity, as millions suddenly found themselves working, studying, consuming entertainment and socialising from home.

Demand for streaming content increased considerably, as did the requirements for video conferencing. The benefits of 5G became abundantly clear as older networks struggled to keep pace. Popular streaming services even had to downgrade the quality of their content to keep pace.

Increasingly, we have witnessed the widespread deployment of 5G networks by service providers across the Gulf region, but responsibility in bridging the digital divide also sits in the palms of those who create compatible technology. The democratisation of technology is