I-Bhd collaborates with CelcomDigi for 5G fibre infrastructure in i-City, Shah Alam

• This collaboration paves the way for I-Bhd to launch its latest five-dimensional edutainment facility with the latest immersive technology in i-City by December.

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 30): I-Bhd has collaborated with CelcomDigi Bhd for the deployment of the telecommunications company's fibre infrastructure together with access to 5G and technology in the developer's i-City development in Shah Alam, the developer announced in a press release on Monday.

According to I-Bhd chairman Tan Sri Lim Kim Hong in the statement, this collaboration paves the way for the company to launch its latest five-dimensional edutainment facility with the latest immersive technology in i-City by December.

“The launch of 5G in Malaysia will see a wider application of the Internet of Things (IoT). Now, the potential to transform lives by connecting and empowering everyday objects and devices to enhance convenience, efficiency and safety through data-driven automation and control becomes greater. As such, there is so much added value for residents with integration of affordable ultra-fast internet connectivity at home and the convergence of 5G on mobile phones,” he said.

The statement added that CelcomDigi's latest fibre-to-the-room technology can deliver speeds of up to 1Gpbs to any room in i-City homes, and i-City residents will be able to enjoy CelcomDigi's fibre plans at exclusive promotional prices.

CelcomDigi chief executive officer Datuk Idham Nawawi said, “We are excited to collaborate with i-City, a renowned technology and digital city, on this strategic partnership. We will work together towards the development and co-creation of innovative digital services that will elevate the livelihoods of residents and growth of businesses, within today’s digital ecosystem.

“We are committed to bringing the best solutions, offerings, and experiences to our customers, including the livelihoods of i-City residents and businesses, by utilising affordable fibre, 5G and 4G technologies. We will offer convergence solutions for all their internet and lifestyle needs such as home entertainment, gaming, smart home IoT applications and many more,” Idham added.

The statement said that the collaboration between I-Bhd and CelcomDigi will accelerate the digital development of Shah Alam as a smart city in Asean by 2025.

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