by Although 6G is not yet a viable technology, the time when 6G devices will become widespread is fast approaching. But what exactly does this mean for the future of connectivity? In fact, 6G will support a larger worldwide network of devices, revolutionize healthcare, and help develop technologies that have become popular in recent years.
6G networks will change the way we do business and connect with others. While the transition to 6G technology will take time, there are many incredible use cases that are worth the wait. But before we examine the applications of 6G, it is important to understand what exactly 6G is.
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What is 6G?
6G is the evolution of mobile networks, representing the sixth generation of connectivity. It goes beyond 5G, which is currently in use around the world, and represents a possible shift in the global community that will allow mobile devices to support challenging and previously impossible tasks. Indeed, 6G technology use cases include revolutionary developments such as industry 4.0, augmented reality, autonomous transportation, eHealth and more.
Ericsson’s recent articles on 6G use cases and Hexa-X development have great information on 6G. Combined with a research paper from NYU on the future of 6G, we can begin to understand the implications and applications of upcoming 6G networks.
Industry 4.0 development and 6G
The fourth industrial revolution has already begun. In the simplest terms, it is the creation and development of industrial technologies that will help advance manufacturing and commerce around the world. But right now industry 4.0 is just a shell of what it could be. With the power of 6G networks, companies around the world can finally start making industrial advances.
This means the application of robotics in both factory and consumer environments. These machines will cooperate with each other to perform tasks and are accessible via mobile networks. It will also allow the use of increasingly complex cyber-physical systems that typically require industrial vehicles to be operated and monitored by computer algorithms.
6G technology will also pave the way for increasingly viable cloud business services. With revolutionary increases in bandwidth and reliability, cloud platforms can be expected to support massive (and global) businesses without latency issues. In fact, to realize AI, augmented reality and telepresence technologies, next-generation mobile connectivity is expected to support download speeds of more than one terabyte per second. This is well ahead of the current target for 5G networks (10 Gbps).
Innovation for health technologies with 6G
Healthcare is also expected to change significantly in the future of 6G with the advent of eHealth. eHealth will allow providers to offer patients ultra-high-speed connections, continuous availability, and even telepresence tools. More importantly, it could revolutionize face-to-face care by using augmented reality to help perform surgery or emergency treatment.
These health changes will be made possible by the growing power of 6G internet technology and AI programs that can manage systems and continually improve their progress by self-assessment. Hopefully, this will allow a safer and more efficient healthcare industry to flourish.
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FYI: AR, VR and 6G
Outside of the healthcare industry, augmented reality will become the foundation of modern life in the future of 6G. 6G will not only pave the way for incredibly advanced gaming, it will also transform work and entertainment. Imagine being able to place a digital version of the Mona Lisa on your wall to study for an exam or see a life-size model of the human body in preparation for a surgical procedure. With 6G connectivity, these things will be possible.
6G internet technology will start using powerful sensors to create digital assets based on real-life objects and people, thus bringing the digital world closer to reality. Requests to create any 3D representation from holograms or digital assets are great. This future can only be realized with the increased speed, data storage and bandwidth of 6G internet.
6G for autonomous transportation
Using a combination of automation, artificial intelligence, high-speed connectivity and machine learning, autonomous transportation will finally become viable. It has been talked about for many years that automation is being applied to the truck and bus industries, but 6G will make it possible for any family to buy an autonomous car. These vehicles will seamlessly communicate with each other and work to create a traffic-free road experience.
There are concerns about the algorithms with which autonomous vehicles will be equipped – for example, what would an autonomous vehicle “decide” to do if someone suddenly jumped onto the road? Risking the life of the driver or the life of the pedestrian? — but these potential issues are not the result of 6G progress. Instead, it is the result of automated software implementation.
The future of 6G technology
The future of 6G is fast approaching and will bring with it a big change in global businesses, entertainment, health and learning. 6G technology will make it easier for organizations to succeed in the digital world.
Still, 6G internet technology is also fraught with risks. Is it wise to start practicing remote surgical procedures? How often will augmented software make mistakes? Is advanced reliance on robotics really a viable option for the future?
These questions cannot be answered now, they cannot be fully understood without the implementation of 6G Internet. The only thing that is clear is that the future of 6G will mean big changes around the world, and many of these may be useful and some may not.
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