In 2019, Samsung made waves in the tech industry with the release of the first 5G phone, revolutionizing mobile network technology. Building on this success, Samsung Research took a step further by establishing the Advanced Communications Research Center (ACRC) to pave the way for the next generation of networks.
Today, Samsung Research America has joined forces with Princeton University as a founding member of the NextG Initiative Corporate Affiliates Program. This collaboration brings together esteemed affiliates such as Ericsson, Intel, MediaTek, Nokia Bell Labs, Qualcomm, and Vodafone, all united in their mission to translate academic research into practical real-world products.
The primary objective of this initiative goes beyond academia and manufacturing; it aims to foster cooperation with policymakers to shape the laws and regulations governing future applications enabled by 6G technology. Andrea Goldsmith, Dean of Princeton’s School of Engineering and Applied Science, highlights the significance of this partnership, stating, “Our NextG program aims to foster those deep collaborations around wireless technology, as well as policy, that are required to drive meaningful innovation and global leadership in an era of rapid change.”
The NextG Initiative explores various areas of research, including advancements in cloud and edge networks, intelligent sensing, and network resilience. Starting this work early is strategic, considering the significant time required for development. Samsung projected several years ago that the first commercial applications of 6G could materialize by 2028, with mass commercialization expected around 2030.
The envisioned capabilities of 6G technology are impressive, with peak data rates of 1,000Gbps and latency of less than 100 microseconds. These advancements promise transformative improvements in connectivity, opening up new possibilities for industries and consumers alike.