The 5G Myth explains why the vision of 5G the next generation in mobile telephony heralded as
a huge advance in global connectivity is flawed and sets out a better vision for a connected
future. It explains why insufficient technological advances and inadequate profitability will
be problems in the widespread implementation of 5G. The book advocates a focus on consistent
connectivity everywhere rather than fast speeds in city centers. William Webb looks back at the
transitions through previous generations of mobile telephony and shows what simple
extrapolations of trends would predict for 5G. He discusses whether the increases in speed and
capacity promised by 5G are needed if the required technology is available whether a sound
business case can be made for the deployment and asks why given this the industry appears so
supportive of 5G. He then puts forth the argument in favor of consistent connectivity of around
10Mbits s everywhere as a more compelling vision and shows how it can be delivered via a mix of
4G and Wi-Fi. Subscribers to The Economist can access an article featuring this book at https:
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