The next release of Mobile WiMAX, WiMAX 2, will be based upon IEEE 802.16m. IEEE 802.16m meets the International Telecommunications Union requirements for 4G, or “IMT-Advanced,” delivering higher peak throughputs - more than 300 Mbps in a 20 MHz channel - lower latency and increased coverage and VoIP capacity. IEEE 802.16m also introduces the ability to aggregate multiple RF carriers, making peak data rates of more than 1 Gbps possible in 100 MHz of effective bandwidth. Enhanced support for multi-hop relays and femto-cells provide operators with better tools for improving coverage while enhanced broadcast and location-based features enable premium applications and services.

WiMAX 2 is also provide complete backwards compatibility with today's Mobile WiMAX, which enables current devices to work seamlessly on a WiMAX2 network.

Samsung leads the industry to accelerate the implementation of WiMAX 2 equipment and devices, while also working to improve the economics of mobile broadband.