ETSI Release 2 of F5G specifications introduces 32 new use cases including XR virtual presence, multi-cloud home broadband, and AI-driven optical path diagnostics, with requirements detailed in ETSI GS F5G 013. The release defines an evolved network architecture in ETSI GS F5G 014 that enhances services like Fibre-to-the-Room (FTTR) and industrial PON to support high-bandwidth applications and green digitalization. Additional specifications establish a telemetry framework for automated network management, methods for residential service quality evaluation, and enhanced security measures to counter potential threats. This update elevates fixed-fiber networks to enable novel services while ensuring robust security and exceptional quality, paving the way for the upcoming F5G-Advanced Release 3.
Keywords: FTTR, industrial PON, telemetry framework, XR-based virtual presence, digital twins