5G self-driving cars

We already have partially autonomous cars on the roads, with adaptive cruise control, assisted steering, and automatic emergency braking features. Some manufacturers have tested fully autonomous cars, and 5G is the technology that many experts believe will help speed them to market. With high-speed, low latency 5G connectivity, self-driving cars will be able to communicate with other vehicles and with city infrastructure without any network delays, making them a viable proposition in well- mapped areas of the country.

Enhanced geo-location and navigation services

Although there are already numerous advanced geolocation and navigation technologies powered by existing mobile networks, most of them still don’t function quite in real-time. Latency issues tend to mean there’s somewhat of a lag, small as it may be.

But in the future, the greater network capacity and higher speed of 5G should make it possible for enhanced devices and software to be developed with far more accurate real-time response. This can be designed especially for people who are either blind or visually impaired, helping them navigate the world around them safely.

Improved video conferencing capability

Video conferencing is already commonplace, but the greater speed and access enabled by 5G should be able to create an experience that’s faster, more responsive and capable of supporting many more devices in any given area. With greatly enhanced video conferencing, it will be easier for those who rely on sign language for communication to participate in business and social calls alike across the globe.

Connected appliances

Many internet-capable devices can make life much easier for people with disabilities by automating common everyday tasks. Voice- controlled appliances are a valuable asset to visually impaired people and can help to make potentially dangerous environments, such as a domestic kitchen, a much safer place to be.

IoT devices for monitoring health

When you’re looking at how IoT technology will improve accessibility, monitoring health has huge potential, thanks to a proliferation of wearable devices that monitor vital health signs. These devices can transfer large amounts of data over 5G networks, making it easier for medical professionals to observe vulnerable patients remotely. People with severe disabilities who may otherwise have needed to stay in a hospital or care home will potentially have the opportunity to lead more normal lives with 5G connected IoT technology.

Glasses-mounted broadband camera

With these 5G connected cameras, assistants can see the world around a visually impaired person and guide them to their destination. The low latency, reliable connections provided by 5G will ensure that the wearers are alerted to any hazards in adequate time to avoid them.

Over the coming months and years, more cities and regions will likely gain access to 5G. Opportunities for accessibility improvements will potentially become available in all areas of Confidential the country, improving the lives of many people in the process.