Even though the 5G network is not yet available to many users, OPPO is already preparing for the next
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OPPO has created a special team to conduct 6G operational research. The company believes that the sixth generation network will change how people interact with artificial intelligence.
6G will make smart devices importantAI participants. They will download and deploy artificial intelligence algorithms at various application layers, and continuously collect data for more advanced AI models. This could be useful for using self-driving cars. 6G networks will be able to determine the most suitable artificial intelligence algorithm and optimal communication connection, depending on the location of the machine, as well as the time of day, weather, etc. The car will be able to instantly download and run algorithms that have already been trained by other vehicles and devices. This will allow passengers to travel more safely and comfortably.
“Technological development should beperspective-oriented. Cellular technology has evolved over decades and is expected to standardize the next generation of communications technology in 2025 and commercialize it around 2035, ”said Henry Tan, OPPO's Chief 5G Scientist.
The company believes that 6G will revolutionize the development of artificial intelligence, while solving many traditional problems.
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Nowadays there is limited computing power andThe small amount of memory of smart devices does not allow artificial intelligence algorithms to be used to their maximum. However, in 6G networks, the AI domain will play multiple roles: traditional source station, database, model store, and application server.
Within the proposed network, 6G devices willallocated to the artificial intelligence domain based on location and device requirements. Unlike 4G and 5G networks, artificial intelligence in 6G networks will be integrated on the device side and on the network side. In this case, the device will play a more important role.
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OPPO unveils 6G technology report for the first time
July 13, 2021, Shenzhen – TodayOPPO Research Institute has officially released its first report on 6G technology – “6G AI-Cube intelligent network”. This is one of the telecom industry's first detailed looks at how artificial intelligence (AI) will be able to enhance the capabilities of 6G network architecture. The document describes a detailed vision for the design of next generation communications networks.
OPPO has set up a research team to conduct preliminary studies on 6G operation, specifications, and key system solutions and properties.
OPPO believes 6G will change the way peopleinteract with artificial intelligence, which can become a truly accessible technology. With 6G, smart devices will become important contributors to artificial intelligence. They will download and deploy artificial intelligence algorithms at various application layers, and continually collect data for more advanced artificial intelligence models.
For example, when using unmanned6G vehicles will be able to determine the most suitable artificial intelligence algorithm and optimal communication connection depending on the location of the vehicle and the current physical environment (such as time of day and weather). The car will be able to instantly download and run artificial intelligence algorithms that have already been trained by other vehicles and devices, which will ensure the safest and most comfortable journey for the passenger.
“Technological development must beforward-looking. Cellular technologies have been evolving for decades, and standardization of the next generation of communications technologies is expected to begin in 2025, with commercial deployment around 2035”, – said Henry Tan, OPPO's chief 5G scientist. “By 2035, OPPO expects that the number of intelligent agents in the world will far exceed the number of people. Therefore, the next generation of 6G communication technologies must meet the needs of not only humans, but also all forms of intelligence and their various interactions. With this ultimate goal in mind, we carried out the first technical studies and design of the system”.
Current networks can be broken down into two dimensions:control plane (CP) and user plane (UP). The user plane is primarily responsible for the portion of network performance that users can directly perceive, such as speed and latency. The control plane, on the other hand, is closely related to configuration, ensuring normal network operation under different movement patterns and ranges of network nodes. The following comparison can be made: If the user plane (UP) – These are vehicles that move quickly in city traffic, then the control plane (UP) – this is regulation traffic.
OPPO 6G report takes an innovative step forward,introducing the AI functional plane as a new dimension in 6G networks, running perpendicular to the traditional CP and UP planes and forming an intelligent cube (AI-Cube). This unique AI architecture enhances the 6G network on two levels: functionality and high-level networking capabilities, allowing 6G networks to dynamically control themselves and allocate resources intelligently.
6G will fundamentally revolutionize the wayhow artificial intelligence infers, learns, interacts, and solves many of the traditional problems encountered in its development. The report suggests dividing artificial intelligence resources into different areas to mitigate some of the existing limitations of its algorithms. Ordered according to specific AI tasks, multiple nodes and resources in a 6G network will form AI domains, providing optimal strategies for accurately distributing AI models, scheduling network resources, and sharing data.
Currently, limited computingthe power and memory capacity of smart devices makes it difficult for them to use large artificial intelligence algorithms. The specialized artificial intelligence capable of running on these devices is unable to meet the demand for large amounts of data. However, in 6G networks, the AI domain will be able to fulfill multiple roles at once, such as the traditional origin station, database, AI model store, and application server.
As part of the proposed network, 6G devices willallocated to the domain of artificial intelligence depending on location and device requirements. This domain will then output the most suitable AI algorithm and task required to provide the desired services, ensuring an optimal communication connection. Unlike 4G and 5G networks, the AI used for inference and decision making in 6G networks will be seamlessly integrated on both the device and network sides, but the device will play a more critical role.
OPPO will continue to conduct preliminaryresearch into 6G technology that will help shape global 6G standards in the near future. As a key player in the popularization of 5G, OPPO will also continue to work with its partners to advance the large-scale commercialization of 5G.
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