Scientists in China have created the world’s first “all-frequency” 6G chip, paving the way for mobile internet speeds that could surpass 100 Gbps. This chip was developed in a partnership between researchers from Peking University and the City University of Hong Kong. A defining characteristic of this chip is its capacity to operate across a wide frequency range, spanning from 0.5 GHz to 115 GHz, dynamically changing frequencies to ensure a reliable and high-quality connection. This extensive frequency band offers numerous benefits. High frequencies deliver high throughput and ultra-low latency, ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications like virtual reality and telemedicine. Lower frequencies provide broader coverage, essential for delivering dependable services in remote locations. The 6G chip demonstrated consistent connections across its entire frequency range during experimental trials. It achieved data transfer speeds exceeding 100 Gbps on a single channel, and its built-in “frequency navigation” feature allowed it to seamlessly switch to alternative channels, avoiding interference. The current chip measures 11 × 1.7 mm. The research team’s next step is to develop USB flash drive-sized communication modules based on this chip. This advancement could greatly accelerate the advancement of flexible and intelligent 6G networks. With enhanced trade relations between India and China, the two countries might share their technological advancements in the future, potentially leading to shared 6G chip architecture.
