China Telecom and ZTE unveil 5G-A MobileTurbo solution for AR glasses in 2B & 2C applications

5G-A and AI integration enable large-scale AR adoption across industry and tourism

Partner Content Recently in Shanghai, China Telecom and ZTE announced the successful deployment of a collaborative three-tier intelligent computing system known as "5G+AI cloud-edge-end," along with the MobileTurbo ubiquitous deterministic connection solution. This breakthrough has enabled the practical application of AR smart glasses across various scenarios, including smart inspections and intelligent cultural tourism. 5G MobileTurbo deeply integrates 5G-A networks with artificial intelligence technologies. It constructs a high-fidelity digital twin platform and leverages intelligent prediction technologies to establish an accurate supply-demand matching mechanism, upgrading the management model from extensive to refined connection-level services and driving network capabilities to evolve from best-effort to ubiquitous determinism. Meanwhile, it provides high-reliability and deterministic network and computing power support for AR applications, enabling large-scale application breakthroughs of AR technology in key scenarios such as industrial inspection and smart cultural tourism.

Innovative Technical Foundation: AI-Driven Redefinition of AR Interaction Standards

Built on edge AI adaptive technology, the solution dynamically balances computing loads, enhancing AI efficiency by over 20% and delivering essential support for large-scale real-time decision-making. This innovation allows AR systems to intelligently allocate edge computing resources based on real-time service demands, ensuring stable execution of complex AI tasks. In terms of connectivity, the solution guarantees exceptional performance, with a single uplink rate of no less than 20 Mbps and air interface latency consistently below 20 ms. This fully meets the stringent requirements of AR glasses for high-definition video uploads, instant command reception, and precise motion coordination during mobility.

Industrial Breakthroughs: Pioneering a Next-Gen Smart Inspection Platform

In industrial settings, this solution has transformed inspection workflows. Field workers equipped with AR glasses can operate hands-free while transmitting real-time first-person footage of on-site operations to command centers. Utilizing 5G-A’s ultra-low latency and AI-driven scheduling, remote experts can deliver real-time annotated guidance or even perform remote operations, effectively addressing timeliness challenges in the maintenance of complex equipment.

AI-Powered Inspections - Click to enlarge

This application not only digitizes the entire inspection process but also converts expert experience into reusable organizational assets, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety. It offers a new technical pathway for industrial digital transformation.

Elevating Cultural Tourism: A New Paradigm for Smart Travel

In cultural tourism scenarios, such as cruises along Shanghai’s Huangpu River, AR smart glasses provide visitors with immersive experiences. Powered by AI, these glasses offer real-time multilingual translation and location-specific explanations. As visitors focus on different attractions, the system automatically activates relevant augmented reality content.

Integrated large-model technology facilitates instant Q&A, enabling visitors to explore the historical and cultural narratives behind scenic spots at any time. By leveraging digitalization, connectivity, and intelligence—along with graphic recognition, smart voice, and deep learning technologies—the solution fundamentally enhances traditional tourism experiences.

Personalized tour guide & Scene restoration - Click to enlarge

The collaboration between China Telecom and ZTE signifies a key shift in 5G-A and AI integration from technical validation to large-scale implementation. By harmonizing AI scheduling with 5G-A networks, they optimize resource allocation, paving the way for widespread AR adoption. As AI evolves and 5G-A networks expand, lightweight AR glasses are set to become essential in diverse industrial applications, heralding a new era of digitalization and intelligence.

Contributed by ZTE.