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/ mobility-report Ericsson Mobility Report November 2018 2 Introduction Ericsson Mobility Report | November 2018 Letter from the publisher The power of 5G So here we are with a new “G” after years of research, standardization and trials. The telecom industry as well as many other industries are looking with great anticipation at what 5G might bring. In this edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report, we continue to broaden our perspective and deepen our analysis to provide insights into an industry going through a pivotal change. For communications service providers, a successful mobile broadband business is the base for addressing all the new opportunities that lie ahead. 5G is a key component of this, as new spectrum and the promise of lower cost per gigabyte delivered will be key drivers of 5G deployment. As 5G hits the market, the mobile ecosystem is larger and more widespread and extensive than ever. Momentum is building in many markets as service providers accelerate their plans for 5G rollout. In 2024, we project that 5G will reach 40 percent population coverage and 1.5 billion subscriptions, making it the fastest generation ever to be rolled out on a global scale. This is driven by new, innovative solutions that reuse existing infrastructure and available spectrum. In parallel to the 5G rollout, cellular IoT is passing new milestones on its way to becoming the technology of choice for wide-area IoT applications. Boosted by a strong uptake in North East Asia, cellular IoT connections are set to pass the 4 billion mark by 2024. As 5G arrives I am sure it will be the starting point for fundamental changes. Imagine the power of an industry with 6 billion subscribers and the potential for inn