The National Football League and Verizon on Thursday announced a 5G partnership that they say will allow fans to watch seven different live camera angles of the inaugural game of the season between Super Bowl champion Tampa Buccaneers and the Dallas Cowboys.
In companies, the ten-year deal will provide next-generation 5G mobile technology for applications, including innovative player training methods, equipment exploration, site operations and health guidelines.
“Verizon will help us take advantage of the promise of 5G technology, paving the way for the future of gaming and delivering incredible experiences to millions of NFL fans,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement detailing the alliance. “Verizon has been one of our key technology partners, helping in everything from digital NFL content distribution, involving our fans to the biggest NFL events, improving communications across the NFL ecosystem. and updating technology in stadiums “.
“Our long relationship and fast delivery of 5G connectivity to 90% of stadiums have created new ways to bring fans even closer to the action,” said Hans Vestberg, CEO of Verizon. “Our work with the NFL will continue to improve and transform not only the fan viewing experience, but it also has the potential to improve player training and overall site operations.”
Overview of the NFL Shield logo on the field before the Super Bowl LV between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs at Raymond James Stadium.
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Verizon “5G Multi-View” will be the most immediate advantage for fans. The 5G digital streaming platform provides seven simultaneous camera angles that can be viewed on mobile devices in seven different stages in the local computer application. The NFL and Verizon piloted the technology during the LV Super Bowl earlier this year at Tampa Bay’s Raymond James Stadium, calling it “SuperStadium.” The goal is to expand the 5G display option to all stadiums and teams, but companies don’t have a timeline.
In addition to Tampa, here are the NFL stadiums where 5G Multi-View can be accessed:
- Gillette Stadium (New England Patriots)
- Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Dolphins)
- Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis Colts)
- MetLife Stadium (New York Giants and New York Jets)
- SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers)
- US Bank Stadium (Minnesota Vikings)
The league will also call Verizon an “official technology partner” and the “official NFL 5G network,” which will make the company’s “Ultra Wideband” service available in 25-stage sections. Verizon and Mastercard created a 5G partnership in July focused on digital payments.
NFL season start coverage begins on NBC Thursday night at 7 p.m. ET. The game will also be available to play live on Peacock.
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