MediaTek, a leading semiconductor company, has confirmed its commitment to collaborate with telecommunications operators and device manufacturers in Kenya and the wider East Africa region to accelerate the adoption of 5G technology. The company aims to contribute to reducing the access gap to digital technology in this area, as discussed during the first MediaTek Technology Diaries event in Kenya.
MediaTek Technology Diaries is an interactive series that aims to demystify the latest technologies shaping our daily lives. This is in line with MediaTek’s mission to make advanced technology accessible to consumers, enhancing and enriching their lives by offering intelligent and healthier solutions.
As a major player in the technology industry, MediaTek provides solutions for some of the world’s largest brands and focuses on delivering cutting-edge innovations in various sectors such as smartphones, smart devices, automotive, satellite communication, and wearable devices. In the upcoming year, MediaTek has set its strategic goal to promote the adoption of 5G technology in East Africa.
Rami Osman, Business Development Director at MediaTek for the Middle East and Africa, emphasized the importance of 5G and broadband wireless access (FWA) technology in expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the African continent. With fiber broadband penetration at just 2% on the continent, 5G and FWA technologies can bridge the gap and bring the benefits of fast internet to a larger number of people, enabling access to education, entertainment, business opportunities, and improved quality of life.
There is predicted to be an increased demand for broadband internet access on the African continent due to the emergence of augmented and virtual reality applications. To harness the full potential of 5G technology, collaboration among different entities is necessary to improve broadband internet access infrastructure.
MediaTek actively contributes to this initiative by providing advanced platforms such as MediaTek T750 and MediaTek T830. These platforms enable operators to create high-performance Consumer Premises Equipment (CPE) for fixed 5G access, allowing OEMs and operators to develop multi-gigabit CPE products.
For more information on MediaTek’s communication solutions, visit their website.
In summary, MediaTek is consistently working on the development of 5G technology in East Africa to bridge the gap in broadband internet access. Through collaboration with telecommunications operators and device manufacturers, MediaTek aims to make fast internet access available to a larger number of people, enabling individuals, businesses, and communities in the region to thrive in the digital era.
FAQ:
1. What technologies does MediaTek develop?
MediaTek develops semiconductor-related technologies, including solutions for smartphones, smart devices, automotive, satellite communication, and wearable devices.
2. What benefits can 5G technology bring?
5G technology can increase network speeds and capacity, reduce latency, and enable the transmission of larger amounts of data. It also contributes to the development of new applications and services, such as augmented reality, virtual reality, and autonomous vehicles.
Source: MediaTek
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