Nokia has launched the world’s first 5G-enabled 360° camera designed for industrial use. Built for tough environments, the camera features secure software and hardware to ensure data protection. It is the result of Nokia’s extensive multimedia research, incorporating several of the company’s key innovations, according to Nokia.
Key Features: Nokia 5G 360° camera
The camera is waterproof (IP67) and shock-resistant, offering 8K streaming with low-latency, high-resolution 360° video and spatial audio over 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet. This reduces the need for multiple traditional cameras at industrial sites and entertainment events.
Two variants are available:
- Nokia 360° Camera (Wi-Fi variant): A cost-effective option offering 8K 360° multimedia streaming.
- Nokia 5G 360° Camera – Extreme Temperature variant: Suitable for deployment in extreme climate conditions.
Features and Benefits
- Real-time video and audio transmission over private and public networks, enhancing efficiency and safety.
- Seamless integration with Nokia’s Real-time eXtended Reality Multimedia (RXRM) software for remote monitoring, situational awareness, and teleoperation.
- APIs that support AI platforms for analytics, overlays, and extended reality applications.
- Ultra-HD content streaming with near-instant delivery and immersive spatial audio.
- PoE-connected camera for easy and quick setup.
- Continuous connectivity for mobility and remote use.
- Immersive coverage for industrial sites, including stadiums, factories, mines, and ports.
- High-quality 360° content capture for professional-grade applications.
- Secure operation with tamper-resistant software and built-in security hardware.
- Durable design, resistant to vibration, shock, dust, and water.
- Plug-and-play setup, eliminating the need for complex network configurations.
- Simple and versatile mounting solution for flexible installation.
- Industrial-standard device management platform (TR069) for easy control.
- Multi-band antennas ensuring global connectivity.
Industrial Applications
The RXRM software complements the camera by enabling immersive 360° video and 3D OZO audio. This technology is already being used to improve safety, speed, and cost-efficiency in various industries.
An example is Finnish company Callio Pyhäjärvi, which uses RXRM technology in Europe’s deepest mine (Pyhäsalmi mine, 1,445 meters). The site has become a hub for research, remote operations, and training in mining technologies.
Quick specifications: Nokia 360° 5G & Wi-Fi cameras
Pricing and Availability
Nokia has not disclosed pricing or availability details. These are expected to be announced during the product rollout.
Speaking about the launch, Sami Ranta, General Manager, RXRM, Nokia, said:
Nokia RXRM enables industrial customers to optimize their business processes, reducing costs from product support to field operations. With the addition of a 5G-enabled industrial camera, RXRM now provides a complete solution for real-time remote use cases, including situational awareness, remote monitoring, teleoperation, and large-scale sports and entertainment events.