CREDIT: Samsung
Pioneering the Future of Wireless Communication
Samsung Electronics and KT Corporation (KT), one of South Koreaβs leading telecommunications companies, have officially joined hands to shape the future of 6G technology! ππ This month, they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)to collaborate on groundbreaking research aimed at enhancing 6G signal quality.
πͺ Pushing the Boundaries of 6G Technology
As part of their partnership, Samsung and KT will focus on:
πΉ Multi-Antenna Technologies β Expanding coverage across 6G frequency bands.
πΉ AI-Driven Wireless Communication β Boosting network stability and performance.
πΉ eXtreme Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (X-MIMO) Research β Exploring ultra-high-density antenna solutions to improve 6G data transmission speeds.
π The 7 GHz Band: Key to 6Gβs Future
The World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23), hosted by the ITU, identified the 7 GHz band (7.125β8.4 GHz) as a candidate frequency for 6G.
πΈ This band offers significant spectrum availability but comes with challenges like higher signal loss compared to 5Gβs 3.5 GHz C-band.
πΈ To overcome this, Samsung and KT will develop advanced beamforming and multi-spatial transmission technologies to optimize signal delivery.
π€ AI + 6G = Smarter, More Reliable Connectivity
The collaboration will also integrate AI with telecommunications to:
πΉ Predict and prevent network disruptions (e.g., video streaming interruptions).
πΉ Improve user experience, especially in areas with weaker signals.
πΉ Develop cost-effective 6G solutions with optimized system architectures.
π’ Leaders Speak!
βWe are committed to developing innovative 6G technologies that enhance both the operational efficiency of the 7 GHz band and the overall user experience.β
Angelo Jeongho Park, EVP & Head of Advanced Communications Research Center, Samsung Research
βThrough this joint research with Samsung Electronics, we expect to secure next-generation network technologies that differentiate the quality of the user experience.β
Jong-Sik Lee, EVP & Head of Future Network Laboratory, KT
π Looking Ahead
This collaboration marks a significant step toward shaping the future of 6G! With AI-powered innovations and cutting-edge antenna technologies, Samsung and KT are set to revolutionize global communication.
Stay tuned for more updates on the next-gen network evolution! ππ