By Julian Castillo
28 Oct 2023, 8:12 PM EDT
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made a crucial decision that will affect users across the country. In a unanimous vote, The FCC approved the proposal of several technology companies to use the 6 GHz band in wireless devices. But what does this mean for the average user who may not be familiar with GHz band technology?
One of the most important aspects of this approval is the authorization of very low power (VLP) operations. This implies that Signals from these devices will not have significant range, ensuring efficient use of the 6 GHz spectrum. This news opens the door to a wide variety of exciting devices and applications.
What devices will benefit from the 6 GHz band?
The question everyone is asking is what devices will benefit from this approval? According to a Bloomberg report, the list is impressive. We’re talking about connections in cars, mobile virtual or augmented reality devices and much more. Imagine the enhanced experience this could bring to your everyday life!
The FCC had already opened 1,200 MHz of the 6 GHz band for unlicensed use in Wi-Fi routers and client devices such as smartphones or laptops. This was a breakthrough for connectivity in the home. However, the new approval expands the spectrum even further, meaning our home networks will have even more capacity and speed.
Technology industry support
Companies like Microsoft, Google, Apple and Meta have been working hard on projects that will benefit greatly from this decision. Think augmented reality (AR) glasses and future innovations in connectivity. This step forward will allow these companies to explore new possibilities and improve the technology that we all use every day.
Meta’s vice president of North American policy, Kevin Martin, was full of praise for the FCC’s decision.. In his own words, “We commend the FCC’s decision to allow companies like ours to use new wireless technologies to build the next wave of computing. “This is a shining example of a government regulator working with the industry from the beginning to build the future.”
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