What is helium 5G?

Today, Helium announced an alliance with open-source connectivity hardware maker FreedomFi to launch Helium 5G, a new service that uses a different spectrum than the original LongFi network designed for IoT hardware. As a result, the new Helium 5G network will be able to support calls from 5G smartphones and other compatible devices.

What is a 5G miner?

A 5G Miner is used to mine HNT on the Helium Network by Proof-of-Coverage and transferring 5G data . According to 3 important HIPs – HIP51 , HIP52, and HIP53*, HNT mining will be separated to subDAOs. It means a 5G miner can earn more without affected by existing LoRaWAN Miners! Please read these HIPs. The next big change!

When will a 5G network be installed in a mine environment?

The infrastructure of the 5G standalone network being built is unique, and as far as is known, similar systems have not been implemented in a mine environment before. The 5G network will be deployed in phases starting from early2022, and it is expected to be completed by the end of October of the same year.

Will 5G work at the largest gold mine in Europe?

The 5G network is being built to work both above and underground at the largest gold mine in Europe. “This is a significant investment in our future. At the Kittilä mine, we want to be leaders in adopting new technologies.