China’s 6G leap

In the dazzling world of tech advancements, yesterday’s innovation becomes today’s relic. While many countries are still struggling with the rollout of 5G, China is rewriting the rules of connectivity with a giant leap into the future. A Chinese aerospace firm reportedly announced a 6G data transmission rate of 100 gigabytes per second earlier this month. This is like downloading 10 full-length movies in one second. The feat was reportedly accomplished using the Jilin-1 satellite network, a constellation of satellites cruising through low Earth orbit.

While 5G signals operate between 6 GHz and 40 GHz, 6G takes things into overdrive, using frequencies between 100 GHz and 300 GHz. This means blistering speeds, ultra-low latency, and capabilities that could revolutionise industries from healthcare to entertainment. In the race for the internet's future, China is already miles ahead.

Dr Intikhab Ulfat

Karachi