Bluesky and Ericsson have launched Bluesky’s 5G non-standalone (NSA) network on the occasion of the operator’s 25th anniversary in American Samoa.
“Our primary focus has consistently been to deliver high-speed connectivity to our customers, and the introduction of our 5G network represents a significant stride toward the future of connectivity for the people of American Samoa,” said Justin Tuiasosopo CEO at Bluesky. “Today’s an exciting day as Bluesky has been undergoing significant developments with dedicated initiatives and programs aimed at establishing an entirely new mobile network with the goal of providing 5G services to the residents of American Samoa and throughout the island territory of American Samoa.”
“We’re proud to help Bluesky bring high-quality connectivity to the American Samoa community,” said Eric Boudriau, Vice President and Head of Customer Unit Regional Carriers and Utilities, Ericsson North America. “Bluesky charts a course towards a connected future where innovation thrives, communication knows no bounds, and the island stands at the forefront of technological progress. The future is now, and we’re proud to help Bluesky lead the way.”
The network has functional 5G capabilities, which promise enhanced connectivity and faster data transfer speeds, marking significant advancements in telecommunications. In 2022, Bluesky and Ericsson announced their partnership for a modernization project that included the Ericsson Radio System, Cloud Core, Cloud Unified Data Management, IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solutions, and a cloud execution environment to support 3G, 4G, and 5G Non-standalone connections. The modernization is an essential milestone as Bluesky can now offer 5G capabilities, resulting in enhanced mobile broadband and improved user experiences.
As part of Bluesky’s 5G launch event, Ericsson demonstrated its cutting-edge technology through holographic video calls, a 5G race car complete with a latency network simulator, and a futuristic 5G-enabled robotic quadruped. These demonstrations aimed to illustrate the capabilities of the network in real-world applications.
The 5G launch event took place at the Rex Lee Auditorium in Utulei, where Bluesky provided the public with the opportunity to witness the 5G product demonstrations at their retail store in Nu’uuli. This occasion allowed individuals to explore the innovative demonstrations, engage with experts in the field, and gain insights into the transformative potential of the newly launched network.
