Mobile generation evolution

 

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Generation of mobile 

Mobile generation I did not know what is mobile generation. I came to know later that 1g, 2g means 1st Generation and 2nd Generation. Although 3G had already come when I was born. 2g, 3g, 4g, 5g and Data, Bluetooth were many such technology things which I did not understand at all. As I grew up, I started to understand little by little. Today we will learn about generation. I am going to share with you all whatever I read, learnt and found out during research. If possible, you all may also share it.

The Evolution Mobile generation is the result of improvement in wireless gen- eration, the techniques they use, service they provide, capacity, power, and accessibility.

Mobile technology has evolved significantly over the years, transforming from simple voice communication to advanced computing devices. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its generations:

1G= 1st Generation Analog Cellular Networks (1980s)                Technology: used various analog modulation for data transfer.

Speed: 2.4 kbps
Key features: Only voice calls were supported.

Poor voice quality and security.

Large, bulky mobile phones.

Limited coverage 

and high cost. 

2G = 2nd Generation Digital Cellular Networks (1990s)

Technology: voice communication era through secure and reliable communication channellike CDMA and GSM. Provided small data service like sms and mms. Note that 2G internet services came after the 3G estabishment.

Speed: Up to 64 Kbps

Key features:

Introduction of SMS (Short Message Service).

Enhanced call quality and encryption for security.

Basic internet access (WAP).

Smaller, more affordable 

mobile phones.

3G= 3rd Generation Mobile Broadband (Early 2000s)

Technology: Beginning of decent internet connection and awesome voice channel through better bandwidth and better connectivity even when travelling in a vehicle. Adopted HSPA for better data communication and to maintain

Speed: 384 Kbps to 42 Mbps

Key features:

Fast internet browsing and video calling.

Mobile applications and email access.

Beginning of mobile commerce (e.g., online banking).

Enhanced multimedia capabilities.

4G=  4th Generation High-Speed Internet & LTE (2010s)

Technology: LTE (Long-Term Evolution) Adoption of new feature-rich and af- fordable smart devices through usage of wider bandwidth in the communica tion channel for data. It lets voice call is done over internet. 

Speed: Up to 1 Gbps

Key Features:

High-speed internet for streaming and gaming.

HD video calls and VoLTE (Voice over LTE).

Integration of mobile apps like ride-sharing, social media, and e-commerce.

Seamless connectivity for IoT (Internet of Things) devices.

5G= 5th Generation (5G) – Ultra-Fast & Low Latency (2020s)
Technology: mmWave, Massive MIMO, Beamforming, 5g a 12-fold increase in spectrum efficiency. It would operate at a car-rier frequency of 3.5GHz and supports simultaneous wireless connectivity. It achieved an unprecedented bandwidth efficiency of 79.4bit/s/Hz.
Speed: Up to 10 Gbps
Key Features:
Ultra-low latency (1 ms) for real-time applications.
Support for smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and AR/VR.
Enhanced IoT connectivity with smart devices.
High network capacity for multiple users.

Future - 6G (Expected by 2030)
Technology: AI-driven networks, terahertz waves
Predicted Speed: Up to 1 Tbps
Potential Features:
AI-powered automated connectivity.
Integration with satellite networks.
Holographic communications and extended reality (XR).
Quantum communication for enhanced security.

Generation History
1G = analog
2G = digital, voice
3G = digital, supported data, packet switched (WCDMA, EVDO)
4G = wireless broadband (most people say this is LTE, some people are waiting for an upgrade to LTE-A)
5G= Sub-6 GHz, mmWave 5G, Standalone 5G.