Verizon and AWS Expand Edge Computing to 19 U.S. Metro Areas
May 25 2022 - 11:00AM
Verizon and AWS are now offering 5G mobile edge computing in more
U.S. metro areas with the addition of Nashville, TN and Tampa, FL.
Launched in August 2020, the companies provide mobile edge
computing via AWS Wavelength Zones in 19 locations in the U.S. That
means 75% of the U.S. population is now within 150 miles of a
Wavelength Zone. For consumers, being in closer proximity to the
applications they use, means faster response times by shortening
the roundtrip that data needs to travel, significantly reducing lag
time, or latency, for getting data to your device from the cloud.
For developers and businesses, using Verizon 5G Edge with AWS
Wavelength allows them to build and deploy a variety of
latency-sensitive applications for use cases such as immersive VR
gaming, video distribution, and connected and autonomous vehicles.
“With the ongoing expansion of our mobile edge compute
infrastructure, we’re enabling developers to build transformational
applications that enhance consumers’ experiences by moving the data
and processing done by applications and services to the edge of
Verizon’s wireless network and closer to the end-user’s device,”
said Tami Erwin, CEO of Verizon Business. “By offering both public
and private mobile edge compute, we’re giving businesses ultimate
optionality. This can transform the way companies can leverage
predictive analytics, allowing them to improve operational
efficiency, mitigate risk and increase revenue.”
“With the rapid expansion of AWS Wavelength Zones across the US,
even more developers can innovate faster and deploy powerful
cloud-based applications to the edge – offering ultra low latency,
high bandwidth, and high performance for these applications,” said
George Elissaios, director and general manager of AWS EC2 core
product management at AWS. “We’re excited to collaborate with
Verizon to bring AWS services to the edge of the Verizon 5G network
across the US to help our customers transform consumer
experiences.”
Verizon 5G Edge with AWS Wavelength is currently available in 19
locations including Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas,
Denver, Detroit, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami,
Minneapolis, Nashville, TN, New York City, Phoenix, the San
Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Tampa, FL and Washington DC. Verizon
and AWS also offer private mobile edge computing for enterprises
called Verizon 5G Edge with AWS Outposts.
Today’s announcement builds on Verizon’s first-mover advantage
in providing next-generation real-time mobile edge compute and
high-value enterprise solutions to drive growth.
Learn more information about Verizon 5G Edge and Verizon’s 5G
technology.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on
June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of
technology and communications services. Headquartered in New York
City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated
revenues of $133.6 billion in 2021. The company offers data, video
and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and
platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable
network connectivity, security and control.
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