3 6 Ke·2025-07-15 12:46Core Insights - The article highlights the growing significance of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) as a successful 5G business model, particularly in markets like the US and India, contrasting with its limited presence in China [1][2][4]. Industry Overview - FWA is revolutionizing the broadband market in the US, where traditional cable operators are losing ground to mobile operators like T-Mobile and Verizon, who are leveraging FWA to expand their user base [2][5]. - In India, major operators such as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are rapidly deploying FWA services, capitalizing on the low fiber coverage and the increasing demand for broadband [7][9]. Market Dynamics - According to Ericsson's report, by the end of 2030, global FWA connections are expected to reach 350 million, accounting for 35% of new fixed broadband connections [1]. - In the US, cable operators have lost approximately 1.3 million broadband users over the past six quarters, while wireless broadband providers gained 5.6 million users [5]. User Growth and Projections - T-Mobile aims to increase its FWA user base from over 6.43 million in 2024 to 12 million by 2028, while Verizon targets 8 to 9 million users by the same year [5]. - In India, FWA is projected to capture 13% of the fixed broadband market by the end of Q1 2025, with expectations to exceed 20.1 million users by 2029 [9]. Technological Advancements - FWA's growth is attributed to its relatively easy network deployment, lower costs, and competitive speeds, with T-Mobile's FWA download speeds increasing significantly [10][11]. - The article discusses potential solutions to network capacity challenges, including the exploration of new frequency bands by the FCC to support 5G and 6G development [11]. Competitive Landscape - The competition between FWA and traditional fiber broadband is not a zero-sum game, as companies like T-Mobile are also investing in fiber broadband expansion [11].