It has not been that long back that we read about contraptions like flying cars in science fiction books or seen then in futuristic films and now they are doing test flights. Technology has a way of making things possible way before people expect. It grows in leaps and bounds and makes impossible possible.
To be at the forefront of these changes is an absolute necessity as these innovations make radical changes in the way we live.
It is a really exciting time now for the technology-driven innovators as an Internet of Things (IoT) is changing the way we interact with machines. Every day there are new developments in IoT solutions – from an intelligent refrigerator, which can suggest recipe depending on the ingredients you have to wearable medical devices which can monitor your vitals and pass on to a doctor or a medical facility if need be.
For these solutions to work seamlessly, the technical infrastructure needs to be ready and of top-notch quality. This is where Qatar has shown the path for others in the region by having a very modern and advanced telecom infrastructure.
Ooredoo was the first telecommunication company in the world to launch commercially-ready 5G and is busy preparing 1,200 network stations to be 5G-ready. This is proof that the country’s network infrastructure is robust.
To demonstrate the technology-readiness, the telecom giant had arranged a demonstration of some of its smart city solutions. At the event, they showcased driverless aerial taxi, which can fly for 20 minutes using Ooredoo 5G network, a 5G bus, a 5G houseboat and also 8K VR experience of ultra-realistic gaming.
Ooredoo’s giant step in 5G technology is significant as not many countries have advanced as far as Qatar has. Recently, Ooredoo had another breakthrough as it successfully tested the first live eSIM on its Supernet network.
eSIM is crucial for the Internet of Things. Without the need for a physical SIM card, many small devices, such as watches and other wearables, can be connected to the mobile network, completely transforming the digital experience at home or at the office.
For ground-breaking innovations to happen you need strong institutions and support system. With technology hub like Qatar Science & Technology Park and governmental funding body like Qatar National Research Fund, we can expect many more life-changing studies and researches to be initiated from Qatar.
