Private Networks for Next-Gen Sports Broadcast with 5G Edge XR

Neutral Wireless are pleased to have supported the DCMS 5G Edge-XR demonstrations with the setup of a 5G SA private network on band n77, showcasing new and innovative ways of watching and experiencing sport.

Neutral Wireless are pleased to have supported the DCMS 5G Edge-XR demonstrations with the setup of a 5G SA private network on band n77, showcasing new and innovative ways of watching and experiencing sport.

The 5G Edge-XR project is poised to provide sports fans with an immersive extended reality (XR) which can include data overlays, projections, and alternative viewpoints and commentaries — all of which are to be delivered over a 5G network.

“5G Edge XR is an exciting project featuring new applications for engagement and interaction for sports events.  Our team is very pleased to have had the opportunity to augment the 5G connectivity used for the demonstrators from the project.”

Dr. Bob Stewart, Neutral Wireless & The University of Strathclyde
An example of 5G Edge XR overlays for a BT Sport Football match

“We are very pleased to have had the opportunity to engineer and integrate the technology to set up a 5G standalone private network to support the demonstrations for the 5G EdgeXR project to complement the connectivity available from public networks.”

Dr. Cameron Speirs, Neutral Wireless (CCO)

Following our world-first 5G Stand Alone live broadcast of the MotoGP British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Neutral Wireless are thrilled to continue our working relationship with BT Sport, providing private network connectivity to help facilitate just an innovative use case.