The case for FWA in markets with full-grown fixed-line networks

Fixed-wireless access (FWA) over 5G in the 3.5 or 26 GHz bands could be a fixed-line killer, based on:

1. The technology works. FWA-over-5G is active in many countries. Where fixed-line networks are not mature, it is the strongest 5G business case.
2. In most mature fixed-line markets, mobile networks are mature as well. Therefore, the access networks are ready for 5G, even if they may need some densification for the 26 GHz band.
3. Backhaul is a potential problem. FWA generates a disproportionate amount of mobile data traffic (see Ericsson's recent Mobility Report).
4. There's always at least one serious market challenger annex mobile operator. It could offer 2 SIMs with a discount for unlimited usage, one for mobile and one for FWA.