Indonesia has entered the 5G era, although this network is not yet fully evenly distributed throughout the archipelago. However, it is predictable that smartphone users in Indonesia will change because of this network.
Ericsson ConsumerLab, The Future Urban Reality reports that consumers use the internet for three hours longer each day. In his notes, people spend an average of 8 hours 45 minutes per day, and more than half of the time they use smartphones to go online.
Possible Impact of 5G
Country Head Ericsson Indonesia, Jerry Soper, said that better technology is need and the transition to 5G is easy and smooth. This is done in anticipation of rapid data growth and also reduce costs per gigabyte.
“Fast, reliable, and responsive 5G technology will open new transformative opportunities for Indonesia,” he said.
In urban Indonesia, 19% of smartphone users have supported this fast network. In addition, within two years after 5G comes commercially, there will be 5 million users migrating to 5G.
Meanwhile, users of 5G devices have been using Augmented Reality applications. They use it for three more hours per week, and 1.5 hours more enhanced media compared to previous generation 4G users.
The Impact of 5G, In the next four years or in 2025, the use of AR or VR and cloud gaming will also become more massive. It is estimate that Indonesian consumers will spend up to 8 hours a week using the application.
The pandemic is also driving the increasing demand for 5G in indoor quality. There is high interest for 5G home broadband and Fixed Wireless Access is considere by 25% to be very relevant and a great opportunity.
In addition, potential early adopters of 5G networks are looking for several things. Starting from higher speed, reliable network, and innovation. 4 out of 5 expect higher 5G speeds, while 3 out of 5 expect a secure network.
Meanwhile, consumers also seem to be loyal to 5G as they are willing to pay 50% more for packages and digital services combined. 70% say their live sports and concert experiences are worth what they spend.