6G is the sixth generation future mobile network that is presently being developed for wireless communications that enable cellular data networks. It is expected to be much quicker than 5G.

6G Network

What is 6G Technology?

6G technology refers to the sixth-generation technology, which when operational, will be an inexpensive and much faster way to transmit data. 6G is futuristic technology and when launched will provide excellent data quality and fast Internet bandwidth for on-air connections through wireless and hand-held devices. 

Mobile technology has evolved on a relatively stable basis over a period of time, for instance, 3G came in 2000, 4G in 2010 and 5G in 2020 and is believed 6G will be launched around 2030. 

6G technology's primary objective is to provide end-users with entertainment, internet access, and weather awareness facilities at a much faster rate without interruption. Moreover, its coverage will not be limited to even remotest areas around the globe but will be available in space too at brisking speed. For instance, 5G takes milliseconds for data to reach the destination from its source 6G will reduce it to microseconds.

Working of 6G

It is believed that 6G will operate between 95GHz and 3THz spectrum bands. 

One major drawback to operate at such high spectrum is that the transmission cannot travel far and penetrate objects like walls making the whole idea defunct. 

Thus we can see that higher wireless frequencies enable more information to be transmitted, although not as efficiently as the lower frequencies like 4G, because the signals may be more easily obstructed. To overcome this problem, 6G will operate on Nano Antennas installed in places such as roadsides, towns, markets, airports, and hospitals to broadcast electromagnetic high-speed signals. This would, in turn, shift networked communications off traditional base stations. 

 

The system implies that rather than one central station, operators can divide the network into thousands of smaller cells with a base station at the center. According to reports, One hundred gigabits-per-second frequencies and relatively minimal latency can be delivered to 6 G subscribers.

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Companies Participating in 6G Race

6G technology is presently being in the development and testing stage. Since it holds good potential and is futuristic applications are immense, a lot of research is underway in various countries who are competing against time and with each other for a larger pie of the market. 

Companies like Apple, Qualcomm in the USA, Samsung of S.Korea, Sony of Japan are all in the process of developing and testing equipment which is in different stages of execution. 

6G Benefits

It is estimated that by 2025, the 6G network would be in operation in several cities and countries across the globe. 

Among other benefits, 6G will boost the overall experience of subscribers like never before. Some of the functions it may facilitate involves features such as:

 

1)  A hologram that is transmitting the whole image of the person through waves during the conversation. Though exciting, speaking about it is still early. 

2)  The second major advantage would be the riddance of the buffering problem to consumers that we all encounter during video streaming. Another benefit would be online TV with superior quality will become popular at relatively cheaper rates and more choices for viewers.  

3)  6G would also be beneficial for traffic laws, as traffic management and tracking can be best accomplished by 6G. 

4)  It can also become a blessing for medical practitioners with operations through robotic arms on the 6G network, supporting surgeons and saving precious lives may become more normal. 

5)  One may like it or not, but thanks to 6G technologies, Artificial Intelligence(AI), which is a highly discussed subject in numerous organizations and think-tank across the globe, can get a major fillip. 

6) 6G can improve the gaming business immensely by attracting players and respective customers by greater performance, speed, and graphics.

Conclusion

6G though futuristic has the potential to change our outlook towards life. With an enriching user interface, it can transform science fiction into fact.