Ericsson and e& United Arab Emirates have announced the successful implementation of Low Latency, Low Loss, Scalable Throughput (L4S), a time-critical communication technology, in a 5G commercial network for the first time in the Middle East and Africa. The technology was demonstrated through a cloud gaming showcase conducted on e& UAE’s 5G Standalone commercial network on the sidelines of GITEX Global 2024, where L4S resulted in reducing the latency to less than half and perfectly maintaining it within a predefined range. This allowed e& UAE to deliver consistent low-latency connectivity that ensures an exceptional, lag-free experience for live online cloud gamers.
The introduction of L4S time-critical communication technology marks a significant milestone in e& UAE’s journey towards 5G Advanced, where it will enable e& UAE to enrich its 5G capabilities, catering to time-sensitive use cases in industrial control and mobility automation.
In addition, L4S time-critical communication technology is expected to play a crucial role in supporting a wide range of rate-adaptive media applications and services, including media production, extended reality (XR) and cloud gaming.
Marwan Bin Shakar, Senior Vice President, Access Network Development, e& UAE
The successful deployment of L4S time-critical communication technology with Ericsson in Middle East and Africa strengthens e& UAE’s position as a pioneer in advancing 5G capabilities in the region. The solution enables improvements in latency for real-time applications like cloud gaming, ensuring seamless connectivity. As we move towards 5G Advanced, this partnership highlights our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of enterprises and consumers alike.
Ekow Nelson, Vice President and Head, Global Customer Unit, e& at Ericsson Middle East and Africa
Low Latency, Low Loss, Scalable Throughput will significantly enhance user experience and drive the adoption of next-generation applications like cloud gaming and extended reality. As a key part of our 5G time-critical communication solution, it enhances network responsiveness and marks a significant step towards delivering time-sensitive, rate-adaptive services that will drive future innovations.
