Ericsson helps Nex-Tech Wireless bridge the digital divide with 5G in rural Kansas

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Early adopter of 5G among rural carriers, Nex-Tech Wireless is enabling technology to bridge the digital divide Ericsson announced a partnership with Nex-Tech Wireless to commercially launch Nex-Tech Wireless's 5G capabilities in rural Kansas. Ericsson has been the primary vendor for Nex-Tech Wireless on their 4G deployments and the current 5G technologies utilize Ericsson's 5G Evolved Packet Core, Cloud IMS and Radio Access Network (RAN) products and solutions to support 5G Non-standalone (NSA) in key areas in the carrier's coverage areas. "5G will bring increased capabilities to our customers including faster speeds, lower latency and more capacity. We are excited to bring the latest and greatest technology to communities throughout Kansas," said Jon Lightle, President and CEO of Nex-Tech Wireless. "Ericsson's 5G solutions will help us remove the barriers to connectivity while enabling innovation and next generation services."