In 2019, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and other major players in the technology market made such requests to the FCC. They asked the agency to “recognize the use of the 6 GHz frequency range as unauthorized.”
Company representatives believe that the operation of these devices in the 5.925-7.125 GHz range will minimize the level of interference and provide high data transfer rates, which will minimize the use of cables.
In its dialogue with companies, the FCC said innovation in the industry “requires flexibility.” But in order for the relevant equipment to transmit high-speed data in the 6 GHz range, “regulatory documents” are still needed, and this problem is being resolved. The institution will allocate 1200 MHz spectrum for unlicensed use.
It was noted that the FCC’s decision to approve the use of the 6 GHz frequency range for unlicensed devices was taken on April 23, 2020, but the application required time for testing. The use of “very low power” devices is permitted in the 5.925-6.425 GHz and 6.525-7.125 GHz bands, for a total of 850 megahertz spectrum. The FCC’s decision will enable Wi-Fi 6 and play a key role in “advancing the Internet of Things.”
Source: Ferra
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