Telstra, in partnership with Qualcomm and Ericsson, revealed it reached record download speeds of an incredible 5.9Gbps on its mmWave 5G network as it prepares to exclusively release the mmWave compatible Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro Mobile Hotspot.
This new download speed record was achieved with a test device powered by the Snapdragon X65 5G modem-RF System and Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 subsystem, an Ericsson Radio System and dual connectivity software connected to Telstra’s commercial mmWave 5G mobile network.
Announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro Mobile Hotspot includes mmWave 5G connectivity to connect Telstra customers faster than ever before.
It is possible to connect up to 32 devices wirelessly to the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro and deliver high speeds through the Telstra 5G network.
“The rapid evolution of mmWave technology is really exciting for our industry. Speed tests and records are fun, but what this network technology can offer our customers when coupled with commercial devices such as the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro is where things really get interesting,” says Telstra Network and Infrastructure Executive Iskra Nikolova
The Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro Mobile Hotspot is expected to be launched in Australia in April exclusively through Telstra and will be priced at $749.
“Netgear delivers ground-breaking tech like no other,” said David Henry, President & GM of Connected Home Products and Services at Netgear
“And with Telstra’s 5G network, Nighthawk M6 Pro will deliver unmatched performance for anyone who needs a reliable and secure connection to work and play from anywhere.”
Durga Malladi, senior vice president and general manager, 5G, Mobile Broadband and Infrastructure, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc, says 5G mmWave is growing globally and bringing the multi-gigabit speed and low latency benefits to more consumers and businesses.
“As we continue to work closely with Telstra and Ericsson in Australia in 2022, we are proud to have contributed to break a network speed record with Telstra again, this time reaching 5.9Gbps,” Malladi said.
Emilio Romeo, Head of Ericsson, Australia and New Zealand says demand for cloud gaming, immersive media, and video streaming services are growing at a faster rate than ever before.
“Not only will this new 5G record enable faster mobile broadband speeds and greater network capacity, it demonstrates Ericsson and Telstra’s commitment to push the boundaries of what is possible, ensuring customers can access the best mobile connectivity available,” he said.