AWS Wavelength is a series of individual partnerships with carriers around the world.

An EC2 instance, or ECS/EKS container in an AWS Wavelength Zone, is specifically meant to service requests coming from mobile devices on that MNO’s network. SLAs for a given mobile device around latency, jitter, and similar network parameters are specific to each MNO:

Figure 7.1 – AWS Wavelength Zone

This is because each carrier has its own unique set of customer demands and vision for how to address them.

Verizon (US)

In the US, AWS Wavelength on Verizon’s expansive 5G Ultra Wideband (UW) network prioritizes bandwidth and latency, aiming to redefine the user experience. With its dense coverage in urban areas, Verizon’s partnership is tailored to cater to American users, particularly those in bustling metropolitan areas. This partnership places emphasis on enhancing applications requiring single-digit millisecond latencies, such as AR/VR, game streaming, and IoT implementations.

There are AWS Wavelength Zones in 19 cities across the US. 12 of them are tied to us-east-1 (Northern Virginia) and 7 are tied to us-west-2 (Oregon).

Vodafone (Germany)

Germany, recognized for its industrial prowess, requires an edge computing solution that matches its ambitions. With AWS Wavelength’s deployment on Vodafone’s network, businesses in the automotive, logistics, and manufacturing sectors are in focus. The aim is to empower German industries with applications that benefit from low latency, especially given the country’s emphasis on Industry 4.0 initiatives.

In Germany, Vodafone has deployed AWS Wavelength Zones in Berlin, Munich, and Dortmund.

Vodafone (UK)

In the UK, Vodafone’s collaboration with AWS Wavelength supports a digital landscape that is perpetually on the move. A distinct focus is placed on sectors such as finance, healthcare, entertainment, and smart city projects. The heart of London, a global financial hub, stands to gain especially with latency-sensitive applications in real-time trading and finance.

In the UK, Vodafone has deployed AWS Wavelength Zones in London and Manchester.

KDDI (Japan)

Japan, a technological powerhouse, witnesses its digital ambitions amplified with AWS Wavelength on KDDI’s network. With Japan being a leader in technological innovation, the focus shifts to sectors such as entertainment, robotics, and smart manufacturing. Applications related to streaming, especially content such as Anime and interactive gaming, are targeted to provide immersive experiences for the tech-savvy Japanese audience.

KDDI has two AWS Wavelength Zones in Japan – one in Tokyo and one in Osaka.