Today, the fifth generation (5G) of mobile networks is being commercially deployed worldwide. The momentum continues to grow as expanding coverage and capacity unlock a rich array of new 5G devices and services. In parallel, 5G technologies are evolving into 5G Advanced, a second wave of technology innovations that can deliver on the full promise of 5G. The inaugural release of 3GPP Release 18 will establish the technology roadmap for 5G Advanced, including advanced technologies that will fuel future wireless enhancement and further expansion.
While the advancement of wireless technologies is continuous, there is a natural cadence of a new mobile generation emerging approximately every ten years. The goal of the next-generation platform is to bring major leaps in performance and efficiency that are not currently achievable. As 5G Advanced evolves, an early vision for 6G is emerging. Besides garnering the latest technology advancements and continuing the quest to address economic growth and societal sustainability goals, 6G will also bring new possibilities for enhanced experiences and use cases.
