BROWSING: 6G

As we reach the midpoint of the 10-year cycle following the commercial launch of 5G in 2018/19, attention is increasingly shifting towards 6G.What lessons from 5G can be applied or avoided for 6G? Will this next generation of cellular...

Nokia and SoftBank plan to conduct field testing using centimeter waves, considered a key enabler of 6G Japanese operator SoftBank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nokia for joint research on new communications technologies, the former said in a...

The communications regulator will auction spectrum in the 2.1 GHz and 2.3 GHz bands to support the development of 5G-A and 6G in Thailand The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) in Thailand has announced plans to auction spectrum in...

Blue Planet VP: ‘The most important part of 5G that plays forward in 6G is that it’s dynamic’ 6G is often described as AI-native, which means that AI touches every aspect of the network, from planning to optimization; however, in...

In an AI-native architecture, AI is not a feature — it's fundamental While the standardization of 6G is still years away, the next-generation of cellular technology is often described as AI-native, and as telcos and their partners look to...

The main goal of the working group is to prepare Finland's national 6G roadmap Finland’s Ministry of Transport and Communications confirmed that a specific working group has started its work to promote 6G communication technologies. In a release, the ministry noted...

At roughly the mid-point of the 5G cycle (assuming 10-year generational upgrade cycles), there’s seemingly widespread criticism that it hasn’t delivered on the promises it made. That’s largely related to the massive capital spend operators undertook to acquire new...

The THz permits would development of new technologies and services in the terahertz band, TRAI said The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended the introduction of a new experimental authorization dubbed "Terahertz Experimental Authorization" (THEA), aimed at promoting...

Often called AI-native, many pillars of 6G are expected to incorporate this technology 6G is still very much in the R&D phase and will not be available until 2030 or later, but alas, it is quickly crowding out discussions...

NGA said the report is aimed at technology providers, spectrum licensees and regulators ATIS’ Next G Alliance (NGA) has put out a new report that evaluates a range of spectrum management and access mechanisms, including sharing regimes, to maximize North...

KT and LG will also collaborate on the global standardization for 6G systems South Korean operator KT and LG Electronics are jointly developing 6G transmission and full-duplex communication technologies, and will collaborate on the global standardization for next-generation cellular systems. Full-duplex...

Two Indian institutes signed the 6G collaboration agreement with the Center for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Two Indian technology institutes are partnering with the country's Department of Telecommunications to work on developing "cell-free" access points as a potential part...

Research organizations across the globe agree that 6G will begin to roll out in 2030 Research organizations, associations and consortiums dedicated to the study, development and promotion of 6G technology are popping up in every region of the world. For...

A major catalyst for 6G is the conversion of physical, digital, and virtual realms, which enables new user experiences and applications. Wireless sensing plays a crucial role in this transformation, as it allows for the detection and recognition of...

5G is still ramping up, but an early and proactive approach to 6G spectrum allocation is key In May 2024, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) sought public comment and information on the current state of development of as-yet-unstandardized...

On June 27, 2024, in Shanghai, China, a collaborative 6G Network Architecture Prospect seminar was held during which leading global mobile operators from China, Japan and South Korea convened to delve into the innovative architecture of 6G networks, signifying...

NGA noted that JCAS/ISAC is one of the key new features for future 6G systems ATIS’ Next G Alliance (NGA) announced the publication of a new study of 6G communication channels and joint communication and sensing (JCAS)/integrated sensing and communication...

'6G Society' will promote communication and interchange between the satellite communication field and the 6G mobile communication field South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) recently announced the launch of the so-called  '6G Society', a new initiative aimed at...

Samsung said that the coordination group will be responsible for defining the process for developing 6G technology standards Samsung Electronics confirmed that its researcher HyoungJin Choi was named chair of the Coordination Group on IMT-2030 (6G) at the International Telecommunication...

As we reach the midpoint of the 10-year cycle following the commercial launch of 5G in 2018/19, attention is increasingly shifting towards 6G.What lessons from 5G can be applied or avoided for 6G? Will this next generation of cellular...

The network has achieved a significant improvement in key communication metrics such as capacity, coverage and efficiency A group of Chinese telecom engineers have established what they claim is the world's first field test network for 6G communication and intelligent...

Ericsson said it has extended the collaboration with KAUST for an additional two years Swedish vendor Ericsson has announced the extension of its research and development partnership with King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia for...

The 6G facility was developed in partnership with Keysight and is based on Keysight instruments and software The University of Sheffield announced the launch of the "National 6G Radio Systems Facility" in the city of Sheffield, which aims to support...

As the telecommunications industry continues to evolve, the debate around 6G is heating up. While some industry leaders are making significant investments in 6G research and development, driven by the promise of more energy-efficient next-generation networks, others remain skeptical....

It’s more important than ever that the federal government show united leadership around the necessity of technical spectrum studies While a significant percentage of Broadcom’s revenue comes from broadband and Wi-Fi, it also has significant exposure to the mobile cellular...