To the average consumer, 5G may seem like nothing more than a new generation of cellular networks with faster connection speeds. What you may not realize, however, is that 5G’s superior capabilities are fueling transformation across a variety of industries, with 5G-enabled innovations ranging from autonomous vehicles to virtual reality experiences, healthcare technology, and even smart cities.
With such a broad range of innovations underway, now may seem like an opportune time to invest in 5G, especially before the technology hits its peak. But the question remains — what are the best 5G stocks for you to invest in? Here are some of the companies that are at the forefront of the 5G revolution.
The jack of all trades
Why focus on transforming a single industry when you have the capacity to do it all? That certainly seems to be what Qualcomm was thinking.
This San Diego-based company produces the semiconductors that are used to manufacture the CPUs that run devices such as smartphones, televisions, and vehicles, all of which are being enhanced through 5G.
Through its Snapdragon Automotive 5G Platform, Qualcomm is transforming the automotive industry by providing vehicle manufacturers with the capabilities they need to offer personalized in-vehicle experiences to drivers. This is made possible through over-the-air (OTA) updates and on-demand performance upgrades.
Qualcomm is also advancing the development of autonomous vehicles by optimizing features such as adaptive cruise control with lane keeping, automated lane changing, and autonomous parking. Thanks to Qualcomm’s efforts, we are edging closer to the development of robo taxis, robo delivery, and long-haul trucking.
Outside of the automotive industry, Qualcomm is improving business productivity. Through its Snapdragon 5G compute platforms, Qualcomm is providing laptops with higher connection speeds, enhanced performance, and longer battery life.
Keeping you connected
As one of America’s telecommunications giants, it makes sense that Verizon Communications is quickly developing 5G networks for its customers across the country. But what many people don’t realize is that Verizon’s 5G efforts go far beyond just smartphone connectivity.
This wireless network operator established 5G Labs — an innovation center that assists academic institutions, startups, and enterprises to develop cutting-edge 5G innovations.
By providing 5G Ultra Wideband to the Innovation Hub at the University of Illinois Research Park, Verizon has created a platform for local entrepreneurs, students, and startups to develop technologies such as AI, drones, guided vehicles, and virtual reality.
Verizon also entered into a partnership with customer experience company Care AR in an effort to improve customer service quality and speed. Honing the power of Verizon’s 5G networks, Care AR has been able to further develop their augmented reality and AI-based platform which enables technicians to remotely address customer service queries more quickly and safely than was previously possible.
Solving social issues together
Keeping in line with the theme of 5g network stocks, AT&T is another telecommunications company on the front lines of innovation. If social responsibility is a priority in your search for 5G stocks to buy, then AT&T may be worth a look.
AT&T has partnered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, where it will enable the development and piloting of multiple healthcare technologies through its 5G network.
This includes using augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to perform remote near real-time surgical assistance and pain management as well as the remote tracking of patients through mobile-to-mobile communication between medical devices. The cellular network provider is also immersing itself in the education sector, working to roll out 5G infrastructure at university campuses across the United States so that AR and VR technology can be used to fuel interactive learning.
The smart shopper is born
Semiconductor manufacturer Marvell Technology Inc. is tapping into its 5G and 4G LTE technology to transform traditional brick-and-mortar stores into smart retailers. Through the development of next generation data processing units, switches, and transceivers, Marvell is fueling the development of autonomous retail operations.
Welcome to the game
Graphics processing unit designer NVIDIA is utilizing 5G in its effort to create a highly immersive cloud-based gaming experience. Through the GeForce NOW cloud gaming service, NVIDIA is able to provide high-resolution gaming that is only possible through the faster download speeds that 5G offers.
Unlock investment opportunities through 5G
Thanks to 5G rollouts across the United States and the world, technological innovations look to be on the rise. If past and present advancements are anything to go by, then the top 5G stocks may begin to soar in the not so distant future.
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