Japanese telecom consortium launches world’s first prototype high-speed 6G device Sends data at speeds of up to 100 gigabits per second (Gbps), covering more than 300 feet, 20 times faster than current 5G technology.
The prototype of the device was created in collaboration with major Japanese telecommunications companies, including DOCOMO, NTT Corporation, NEC Corporation and Fujitsu. On April 11, the four companies announced the success of the tests, revealing that the prototype device can achieve speeds of 100 Gbps indoors on the 100 GHz band and outdoors on the 300 GHz band. These tests were conducted at a distance of 100 meters, according to a representative of the group.
However, the speed achieved is impressive. But don’t expect too much for now, as the tested 6G is just one device. And it’s not yet a commercially viable network. Furthermore, this network technology also has disadvantages.
For 5G technology, which represents the current gold standard in terms of connectivity. It has a theoretical maximum speed of 10 Gbps, but actual speeds are often much lower. The average is around 200 Mbps for T-Mobile users in the United States.
One reason for the decrease in speeds is due to the higher frequency bands used by 5G, although higher frequencies can mean faster speeds. But it has limitations. The distance the signal can travel and the penetration power are reduced.
6G itself is even more so, as it uses higher frequency bands than 5G. This means that 6G devices may struggle to pick up the frequencies needed for faster downloads, for example even in tests conducted at distances greater than 100 meters, such as walls or even rain. It can greatly interfere with the 6G signal.
While the transition from 4G to 5G focuses on increasing data capacity for activities like video streaming and mobile web browsing, 6G networks could unlock new potential, such as enabling real-time holographic communications programs and experiences More realistic VR and AR.
But the crux of the matter is infrastructure, which may require major changes to telecom towers and new cell phones with integrated 6G antennas before the technology becomes mainstream.
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