3GPP Explainer

Future of Telecommunications

Explore the cutting-edge research and emerging technologies that will shape the next generation of mobile networks, from 6G research to AI-native architectures and quantum communications.

6G Research & Development
2030+

Next-generation mobile networks with terahertz frequencies, holographic communications, and brain-computer interfaces.

Key Features

Terahertz Communications
Holographic Telepresence
Digital Twins
Extreme Connectivity
AI-Native Networks
2025-2030

Networks designed from the ground up with artificial intelligence for autonomous operation and optimization.

Key Features

Self-Healing Networks
Predictive Maintenance
Intelligent Routing
Automated Optimization
Satellite Integration
2024-2028

Seamless integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks for global coverage and resilience.

Key Features

LEO Satellites
Direct-to-Device
Global Coverage
Disaster Recovery
Quantum Communications
2030+

Quantum-secured communications and quantum networking for ultra-secure data transmission.

Key Features

Quantum Key Distribution
Quantum Internet
Unhackable Security
Quantum Sensors
6G Vision & Requirements

Performance Targets

  • • Peak data rate: 1 Tbps
  • • Latency: < 0.1 ms
  • • Connection density: 10^7 devices/km²
  • • Energy efficiency: 100x improvement

New Services

  • • Holographic communications
  • • Brain-computer interfaces
  • • Truly immersive XR
  • • Multi-sensory experiences

Technologies

  • • Terahertz frequencies
  • • Massive MIMO 2.0
  • • AI-native architecture
  • • Quantum communications
Research Areas

Terahertz Communications

Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces

Molecular Communications

Tactile Internet

Extended Reality (XR)

Digital Twins

Zero Energy Networks

Sustainable Communications

Timeline to 6G

2024-2025: Research & Standardization

Initial 6G research, vision documents, and early standardization

2026-2028: Technology Development

Proof of concepts, prototypes, and technology validation

2029-2030: Commercial Deployment

First commercial 6G networks and services launch

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