As 5G networks grow and develop, 5G FWA is expected to become an effective competitor to traditional broadband, altering the future of home internet connectivity.

As 5G networks grow and develop, 5G FWA is expected to become an effective competitor to traditional broadband, altering the future of home internet connectivity. Although the 5G fixed wireless access market shows potential for reaching neglected populations, it also has certain limitations. Wireless access points are susceptible to interference and have shorter ranges, necessitating their placement closer together than prior wireless technologies. Additionally, because 5G wavelengths cannot penetrate barriers, FWA devices require line-of-sight communication with each other or the tower. These all factors are expected to limit the global 5G fixed wireless access industry growth during the forecast period. Spectrum allotment, CPE cost, and providing a consistent user experience are all topics that require continual attention. Operators and industry stakeholders have to keep up their creativity and collaborate to overcome these obstacles and unleash the full potential of 5G FWA.