6G Smartphones Could Arrive Before Networks Go Live
The global 5G rollout happened faster than expected, with countries like India leading in adoption. Now, attention is shifting to the next big leap: 6G. While commercial network launches are still several years away, hardware makers suggest 6G-ready phones could debut much sooner.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon recently revealed that the company aims to have 6G-capable devices by 2028. These won’t be consumer-ready smartphones right away but will likely serve as test devices for telecom operators building 6G infrastructure.
When to Expect 6G Phones
Despite this early push, most countries are targeting a full 6G rollout around 2030. That’s when mainstream smartphone brands like Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus are expected to release consumer-ready 6G models.
What Will 6G Bring?
India, which has already seen strong results with 5G, is preparing for the 6G era. Compared to 5G, 6G is projected to deliver up to 100 times faster speeds, a breakthrough critical for powering the expanding AI ecosystem.
For consumers, this means lightning-fast internet for advanced use cases such as 3D gaming, immersive applications, and massive data processing—all without straining the network.
The road to 6G is just beginning, but early adopters and test devices will set the stage for the future of mobile connectivity.
