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Ericsson unveils new radio , antenna , RAN Connect products to advance programmable networks
E ricsson , is meeting related future needs through a significant product portfolio boost . The company is introducing innovative new radios , antennas , and open fronthaul solutions called RAN Connect designed to empower communications service providers , CSPs .
With its enhanced portfolio , Ericsson is set to offer 130 radio products supporting open and programmable networks during 2025 , outpacing the competition . These products will make up more than two thirds of the company ’ s deliveries this year , providing CSPs with the programmability and future-proof network evolution necessary to stay ahead in the industry .
The portfolio enhancements are led by the flagship product , AIR 3266 , a wide-band TDD , Time Division Duplexing Massive MIMO , Multiple Input , Multiple Output radio with 400W output power in an ultra-slim design .
AIR 3266 boosts spectral efficiency and uplink performance , while reducing energy consumption by up to 30 % and embodied carbon footprint by up to 50 %. It is powered by the latest Ericsson Silicon and features 32-branch transceivers .
Ericsson is also introducing RAN Connect , a set of transformative , open fronthaul solutions that maximise scalability and efficiency . They allow CSPs to aggregate radio traffic , unlocking the full potential of modern RAN Compute capabilities , and reinforces Ericsson ’ s leadership in nextgeneration RAN evolution .
Key products include RAN Connect 6381 , an all-outdoor solution supporting 600Gbps capacity with high scalability and efficiency ; RAN Connect 6682 , a high capacity fronthaul solution with up to 1.2 terabits per second , Tbps throughput , ideal for large-scale deployments ; and RAN Connect 6681 , a versatile 600Gbps indoor option optimised for a wide range of interface configurations .
Mårten Lerner , Head of Product Area Networks at Ericsson , says : “ With 5G expected to carry 80 % of total mobile data traffic by the end of 2030 , we see an industry need for 5G equipment that strikes the perfect balance between superior performance , best-in-class TCO , and unmatched sustainability .”
Ericsson is introducing the following next-generation innovations :
Indoor Fusion Unit 8828 : Enables gigabit speeds indoor 5G in one compact hardware solution for small and medium-size enterprises . The enhanced 8828 supports multiple operators , and offers double the coverage , extending up to 8,000 square meters , 80,000 square feet , and can connect up to eight Radio Dots .
Interleaved Antenna 8001 and 8002 : Combines low-band FDD with Massive MIMO TDD and FDD in a single antenna footprint for easy installation and reduced site rental costs , with upgradable interleaved passive antenna technology , full transparency , and modularity .
New Antenna System portfolio : The flagship Antenna 4818 achieves superior energy efficiency with electrical and beam efficiencies of up to 85 %, combined with exceptional passive intermodulation , PIM performance , enabling optimised FDD mid-band utilisation , improved carrier aggregation , higher modulation and MIMO scheme use .
Power D620 : This programmable Smart DC , Direct Current distribution system enables efficient remote management of DC power , significantly minimising the need for on-site interventions . Its dynamic energy slicing capability prioritises critical services , ensuring extended uptime during critical network events . •
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