A new “all-frequency” 6G chip developed in China promises mobile internet speeds greater than 100 Gbps. This chip is the product of collaborative research involving Peking University and the City University of Hong Kong. The chip’s unique ability to function across a wide frequency range, from 0.5 GHz to 115 GHz, allows it to switch between frequencies for a stable and high-quality connection. High frequencies provide the high throughput and low latency necessary for demanding applications such as virtual reality and telemedicine. Lower frequencies offer the wide coverage necessary for reliable service to remote areas. In tests, the 6G chip provided stable connections across its full frequency range, achieving data transfer speeds exceeding 100 Gbps on a single channel. Thanks to its “frequency navigation” feature, the chip can automatically switch to a less congested channel. The research team aims to create USB flash drive-sized plug-in communication modules based on this technology, which could accelerate the advancement of flexible and intelligent 6G networks. Given the improving relationship between India and China, there’s a possibility that these nations might collaborate on sharing 6G chip architecture in the future.
