Author: Connected World

With more than 200 5G networks currently in commercial service and a continuously growing 5G subscriber base, it seems 5G is on a solid growth path, despite factors that may threaten to hold it back, such as an economic slowdown. A special Business Review edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report was recently released, and it discusses topics like 5G revenue growth opportunities, the role 5G is playing in driving new opportunities and services, 5G’s role in the enterprise, and the opportunity for 5G FWA (fixed wireless access) in depth. Ericsson’s data suggests global data consumption has increased by more than…

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Sustainability is paramount in homes these days, as many homeowners want homes that are energy efficient and net zero. Energy-saving shades can help enable an off-grid, self-sufficient, resilient, and carbon-neutral home. As an example, VISION House at Mariposa Meadows has battery-powered, automated roller shades to highlight the role of motorized shades in generating energy savings and overall sustainability. The technology from PowerShades can be programmed to reduce energy costs to take advantage of the sun during colder days and keep rooms cool during the heat of the summer in residential, commercial, and hospitality applications. Here is how this can help…

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With the price of gas fluctuating dramatically in the past 12 months and the climate crisis inching toward a tipping point no one wants it to reach, the EV (electric vehicle) market has reached an important moment in time. It’s also on the verge of some huge growth. According to MarketsandMarkets, the global EV market will grow from 8,151 thousand units in 2022 to 39,208 thousand units by 2030, representing a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 21.7%. J.D. Power says EV sales in the U.S. rose by two-thirds in 2022, and research from McKinsey suggests EVs will gain a…

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