Ericsson integrates network segmentation on demand in Android 14

Ericsson announced it will merge fragmentation of mobile networks or network chopping on demand On mobile devices with the next version of the operating system Android 14which will allow mobile operators to offer users new specialized services.

Ericsson says the new network segmentation capabilities announced will add more flexibility to Android devices, by allow a slice It is made available to the Subscriber on demand and for a limited period according to his Subscription Planbetter adapted to your needs.

“Improving network segmentation with this on-demand functionality gives telecom service providers broader choices and greater flexibility when it comes to developing exciting new services for consumer subscribers. Furthermore, it simplifies the process of onboarding subscribers to experience the true value of 5G,” says Monica Zetheson, Head of Core Networks for Ericsson’s Solutions Region, in a statement.

So far, Android 14 remains in beta at the installation stage, and work on the final version is expected throughout the second half of the year. In this sense, it is to be expected Delivery of updates to the new system begins in December 2023 or January 2024. As usual, Google’s Pixel line will be the first to receive Android 14.

Ericsson points out that, starting with version 12, Android has already introduced support for network chopping On 5G networks, and starting with version 13, application developers can embed features and capabilities in their applications to comply with certain network characteristics (such as low latency, high bandwidth, or other features) that provide part of the operator-supplied network.

Network segmentation characteristics and other elements of the 5G network segment, such as duration, cost and availability, It will be determined and provided by the telecom operators offering the premium feature as part of their subscription plans. These subscription plans will allow users to access certain features, such as improving performance for all or some of their applications.

As the Swedish company explains, the functionality is supported in the device by technology User Device Pathfinding Policy (URSP) Allows the device to dynamically select a chip or chips provided by the provider.

This feature is enabled by Ericsson’s 5G Core, including Ericsson Cloud user management, policy control and service activation, and a Secure Entitlement Server (SES), which will allow subscribers to be notified and informed of terms and conditions, feature price and payment methods.