With a direct impact on canonical system Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), 6G basic radio technologies will be a critical defining characteristic of the next-generation cellular systems. This report focuses on the fundamental 6G designs at the air interface level. It also provides a comprehensive overview of various key aspects shaping the future of wireless communication systems, particularly the evolution towards 6G and beyond.

“6G technology is expected to not only usher in the next wave of digital economic growth but also drive far-reaching societal shifts in sustainability, digital equity, trust, and quality of life,” said Next G Alliance Managing Director, David Young. “This report sheds light on the critical issues shaping fundamental 6G basic radio technologies – key building blocks enabling 6G-powered innovation.”

“The publication of 6G Radio Technology Part II: Basic Radio Technologies represents a pivotal moment in the advancement of wireless communications,” said Sharad Sambhwani (Apple), Vice Chair of the Next G Alliance Technology Working Group. “This report outlines the technical issues and designs crucial for next-generation systems and emphasizes the broader implications for global economic and societal impact. By addressing critical issues and foundational technologies, it provides overviews for innovation and development in the 6G landscape. The insights offered in this report pave the way for understanding the integration of new technologies and sustainable practices. Consequently, it is a valuable resource for those aiming to achieve leadership in the evolving 6G ecosystem.”

6G Radio Technology Part II: Basic Radio Technologies delivers insight into concepts such as AI-Native Air Interface, device power-saving techniques, integration of radio technologies with distributed cloud and AI, green networks emphasizing sustainability, near-zero energy communication for IoT, non-terrestrial networks like satellite systems, and more.

Access Technology Working Group Whitepaper on 6G Radio Technology Part II: Basic Radio Technologies. Also, the previous Next G Alliance report on this topic, 6G Radio Technology Part I, and all the many Next G Alliance resources charting the course to North American leadership in the 6G future are available in the 6G Library.