This could be renamed "5G misunderstandings rant". Standalone 5G NR-U using unlicensed spectrum is critical to 5G. It can shortcut cellular operators like Veri

This could be renamed "5G misunderstandings rant". Standalone 5G NR-U using unlicensed spectrum is critical to 5G. It can shortcut cellular operators like Verizon and AT&T. In business jargon this is called "new verticals". (You can get unlicensed spectrum in LTE in some areas and some cities but it's still sketchy). NR-U enables local private application specific 5G networks. You also get open mobile broadband 5G services from new service providers such as existing cable operators, internet service providers or neutral host service providers. Traditional internet service provider can use 5G NR-U to replace copper. Internet traffic can go into fiber directly from your personal microcell in you apartment/house. Or it can replacement for the copper in old apartment buildings.