Access Networks for the 5GC in R16 3GPP standards

The 5GS System (5GS), just as the previous mobile telecom systems, consists of the Access Network (AN) and the Core Network (CN).
The 5G Unified Data Repository, UDR

In the 3GPP terminology the database that stores subscription-related data has been called a User Data Repository, UDR, for quite some time now. The very same acronym – UDR – also appears in the 5G environment: as a database for the 5G-specific information about the subscriptions.
LoRa and NB-IoT

With a growing number of IoT devices connecting wirelessly with their servers and applications there is also a growing number of technologies being developed to address specific IoT needs.
Is the 5G PCF just a new name for the PCRF?

The Policy and Charging Rules Function (PCRF) has become an important functionality in the 4G networks with the advent of the VoLTE service.
What is the UDSF in 5G for?

5G UDSF – the Unstructured Data Storage Function is what we discuss today. Let’s find out: What is the 5G USDF for?
What is a Numerology?

Today we discusss a Numerology. And also what the concept of different NR Numerologies is…
5G application servers and how they work

In this article, we talk about the 5G System and what Application Servers (and, therefore, services) are reachable from there.
5G at a concert or football match

How can 5G help you when watching a football match? Or going to your favorite pop concert?
What is 5G Network Slicing?

Paving the way to leverage the 5G potential, network slicing provides the answer on how to achieve both increased efficiencies and revenues, through differentiation and faster time-to-market.
5G Dangers: Myth or Science?

Why is “5G Dangers” a trending search term? Is 5G dangerous or is it just a myth? We dive into this topic and tell you our conclusions. Keep reading…