KUALA LUMPUR: Yes has successfully conducted Malaysia’s first real-world test of 5G Advanced network slicing recently, across some of Kuala Lumpur’s busiest 5G zones during peak traffic.
The test involved several testers driving through the city’s most congested 5G corridor — from Bukit Bintang to KLCC and back — comparing Yes 5G Advanced SIMs with those of other telcos.
Despite the heavy network load, Yes maintained high-speed connectivity, delivering smooth video streaming, stable conference calls and ultra-responsive cloud gaming.
Working in partnership with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson, Yes is now the first telco in Malaysia, and the ninth globally, to commercially launch 5G Advanced.
Dedicated network ‘lanes’ for consistent performance
Network slicing — a key feature of 5G Advanced — creates dedicated “lanes” for different types of traffic, ensuring consistent quality of service even in high-congestion areas. The technology uses AI-driven traffic management to prioritise mission-critical applications. Tests were conducted using Samsung S25+ and Nothing Phone (3) devices between 4pm and 5.30pm.
Built for smart cities, industry and AI
“Today’s real-world test is not about pure speed,” said YTL Communications chief executive officer Wing K. Lee.
“The purpose of Yes 5G Advanced network slicing is to ensure higher quality of service, even when the network is congested.
“This capability enables 5G to become a dependable backbone for smart cities, Industry 4.0 and AI-driven innovation,” he said.
Wing added that 5G Advanced would be instrumental in helping Malaysia build an AI-ready society, with artificial intelligence integrated into everyday life and industry.
The technology is also well-suited for high-traffic scenarios such as live-streamed concerts, news coverage and e-sports events, where consistent performance is critical.
Collaboration for next-generation innovation
“Of course, there is still much work ahead. We need to collaborate with hospitals, warehouses and manufacturing companies to explore how AI, robotics and automation can improve outcomes across different sectors,” he said.
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