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Japan unveils revolutionary 6G prototype device

Showcases data transmission rate at 100 gigabits per second
The image shows 6G. Photo via Reuters
The image shows 6G. Photo via Reuters

A consortium of leading Japanese telecommunications companies has astounded the world with the introduction of a cutting-edge 6G prototype device.

The consortium, consisting of industry giants such as DOCOMO, NTT Corporation, NEC Corporation, and Fujitsu, joined forces to achieve this remarkable feat.

Their collaborative efforts have resulted in the creation of a prototype device that pushes the boundaries of wireless communication.

The 6G prototype device showcases an unprecedented data transmission rate, reaching an astonishing 100 gigabits per second (Gbps) over distances exceeding 300 feet.

It has a 20-fold increase in speed compared to existing 5G technologies, paving the way for a new era of connectivity.

Tests conducted by the consortium revealed the device’s remarkable potential to deliver seamless high-speed data transmission in various environments.

The prototype has demonstrated its capability to achieve speeds of 100 Gbps both indoors, utilizing the 100 gigahertz (GHz) frequency band, and outdoors, leveraging the 300 GHz band.

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This prototype is currently in the experimental stage and not yet ready for commercial deployment.

The transition to 6G technology presents its own set of challenges and considerations.

5G technology currently serves as the benchmark for high-speed connectivity, with a theoretical maximum of 10 Gbps.

However, real-world speeds experienced by users often fall short of this potential.

Factors such as higher frequency bands used in 5G networks contribute to lower speeds, as they come with limitations such as reduced range and limited penetration through obstacles.

6G technology aims to overcome these limitations by harnessing even higher frequency bands.

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