We are happy to announce the XR Player v1.0.0 which provides initial support for the MPEG_anchor extensions to glTF format on Android smartphones. Initial support for augmented reality, overlaying a scene or a node on top of a real world view, anchoring their position to objects detected : 👉 support for anchoring to 2D markers 👉 support for anchoring to the floor 👉 support for anchoring to horizontal/vertical planes 👉 support for anchoring to the viewer and controllers 👉 support for anchoring to geospatial coordinnates See also the rt-xr-player complete feature list. Build & usage instructions are available on the Getting Started XR section: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/xr-media-integration-in-5g/usage/xr-player-android.html The test content repository has been updated with relevant scenes to support this release: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-xr-content A pre-compiled .apk for arm64 smartphones can be found on the github release page: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-xr-unity-player/releases/tag/v1.0.0 It requires Android 9.0 – API Level 28 - or above, and has been tested on Google Pixel 8 smartphones. Please give it a try and provide feedback through issues on the rt-xr-player repository issues :  https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-xr-unity-player/issues Thank you to the contributions from Etienne Faivre d'Arcier  ( InterDigital, Inc. ) and Nils Duval  ( Motion Spell ).

We are happy to announce new releases of the 5G   Media   Streaming  Architecture. We have released version 1.4.3 of the 5GMS   Application   Function  and version 1.2.4 of the 5GMS   Application   Server  which both uplift the implemented interfaces to match 3GPP  TS 26.512 V17.10.0. The new release of the 5GMS AF can be found at: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-5gms-application-function/releases/tag/rt-5gms-application-function-v1.4.3 The new release of the 5GMS AS can be found at: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-5gms-application-server/releases/tag/rt-5gms-application-server-1.2.4 These releases are already supported in our Docker  Compose recipe  for 5G Media Streaming announced last week. This contains an Application   Function , an Application   Server  and the Application   Provider  management UI. The Docker based setup can be found on Github: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-5gms-examples/tree/main/5gms-docker-setup . An end to end setup guide can be found in our tutorial section: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-5gms-examples/tree/main/5gms-docker-setup Thank you to all the contributors of the reference tools and in the context of 5G Media Streaming especially David Waring  ( BBC ), Dev Audsin  ( BBC ), Richard Bradbury  ( BBC ), Shilin Ding  ( Qualcomm ), Thomas Stockhammer  ( Qualcomm ), Vuk Stojkovic, Kurt Krauss  ( Dolby Laboratories ), Giuseppe Crisci  ( Dolby Laboratories ) and Jordi Joan Giménez  ( 5G-MAG Media Action Group ) More documentation available at developer.5g-mag.com and https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/

We are happy to announce the first release of 5G Multicast Broadcast Services (MBS) as part of the 5G-MAG Reference Tools. This release provides reference implementations of an MB-UPF, MB-SMF as extensions of the UPF and SMF of the Open5GS project. In addition it provides an initial implementation of AMF, gNB and UE with MBS. A simple AF/AS allows testing the setup. A tutorial is provided here: Initial MBS support in the 5GC | 5G-MAG - Reference Tools This initial functionalities of MBS support in the 5G Core, RAN and UE are complemented by Docker images and Docker Compose deployments to test the whole setup. This is a contribution from Borja Iñesta Hernández  and  Jaime Sánchez Roldán , from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)  to the 5G-MAG Reference Tools. Access the project information here: 5G Multicast Broadcast (MBS)

We are happy to announce new releases of our XR projects supporting reference implementation of MPEG-I Standards (ISO/IEC 23090). This time we provide updates to two repositories: XR Unity Player: This release introduces media pipeline support  on Android, enabling features like video textures and spatial audio sources . A significant change is that the Packages/rt.xr.maf package is no longer a pre-compiled dependency via a git submodule . Instead, it now requires compilation from source , and the resulting build artifacts must be manually copied to the project. The majority of the implementation for this release resides in the media pipelines repository , which contains the core Media Access Function (MAF) library and its associated media pipeline plugins. Blender Exporter: This release introduces initial support for defining and exporting XR anchors  as MPEG_anchor glTF extensions . The Blender exporter now allows defining various trackable types, including floor, viewer, controller, plane, 2D markers, geo markers, and application anchors . These exported scenes are compatible with the latest XR Player application , and the addon is compatible with the latest Blender LTS release . Access the release information through the following links: https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-xr-unity-player/releases https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-xr-blender-exporter/releases This is a contribution from Nils Duval building on the work started by Qualcomm and InterDigital. Access the project information here: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/xr-media-integration-in-5g/

We are happy to announce that version 1.1.0 of the Data Collection Application Function (DCAF) has been released. Version 1.1.0 adds a support for using the Data Collection Application Function with Docker and the Insomnia REST client. A detailed tutorial and a demo video can be found on our documentation website: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/ue-data-collection-reporting-exposure/tutorials/docker-with-insomnia.html The official release including the release notes can be found directly on GitHub:  https://github.com/5G-MAG/rt-data-collection-application-function/releases/tag/rt-data-collection-application-function-1.1.0 A big thank you to all the contributors of the 5G-MAG Reference Tools,  David Waring  ( BBC ),  Dev Audsin  ( BBC ),  Richard Bradbury  ( BBC ) and Daniel Silhavy ( Fraunhofer FOKUS ).

We are happy to announce the public release of the V3C Immersive Platform integrating: support for MPEG Haptics as defined in ISO/IEC 23090-31 and carriage of haptics data as defined in ISO/IEC 23090-32: Both .hjif and .hmpg file formats Support for vibrations with time, duration and intensity. Synchronized with the video. Modularization of the networking interface: Plug-in for MPEG DASH Ability to add plug-ins for WebRTC, RTP, etc. This milestone comes alongside the public release of the three repositories that form the project: rt-v3c-unity-player rt-v3c-decoder-plugin rt-v3c-content Not e that beside MPEG Haptics, the V3C Immersive Platform supports: V3C decoder and renderer of V-PCC bitstream V3C MIV (MPI) bitstream (23090-12) local playback on Windows and Android V3C MIV (MVD) bitstream (23090-12) Carriage of V3C data (23090-10) V3C DASH streaming (Client) on Windows and Android A detailed tutorial and a demo video can be found on our documentation website: Tutorials | 5G-MAG - Reference Tools Information on the overall project is hosted here: V3C Immersive Platform | 5G-MAG - Reference Tools A big thank you to all the contributors of the 5G-MAG Reference Tools. In particular (and with the risk of forgetting someone), Patrick Fontaine (InterDigital), Bart Kroon (Philips), Bertrand Leroy (InterDigital), Thierry Filoche (InterDigital), Ralf Schaefer (InterDigital) and other colleagues, with the support of Nils Duval (Motion Spell).

A perfect way to end the week: The  5G-MAG  Reference Tools community is inviting you to a special session on Friday 6th June at 13:00 CEST We have scheduled the following exciting presentations: 👉 XR Reference Tools Development Updates - Nils Duval  ( Motion Spell ) 👉 Bringing stage events with real actors to your home in VR - A low complexity solution for immersive media streaming - Joachim Keinert  ( Fraunhofer IIS ) 👉 V3C Player version 0.6 with haptics support - Bart Kroon  ( Philips ), Bertrand Leroy  ( InterDigital, Inc. ) 👉 Enabling Portable XR Experiences Across Devices and Networks: Where OpenXR Meets 5G Media Architecture -  Frédéric Plourde  (XR Lead at Collabora  and The Khronos Group  OpenXR Outreach Officer) EVENT: 5G-MAG FRIDAY'S PUBLIC CALL DATE: 6th June 2025 at 13:00 CET LOCATION: ONLINE Use this link to join the session: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86380468460?pwd=UnlGOVE5a3RUSnNCcFRGK0RmQlRHdz09  or Download the calendar of public calls here:  https://www.5g-mag.com/community#calendar

Download the 5G-MAG Report (PDF) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v1xGh0oBER_QFRWgge7IyDHNw_UFm4nF/view?usp=sharing ABOUT THE REPORT This is a report produced by the 5G-MAG Workgroup UC (Use Cases, Requirements and Opportunities). Current version of the report: v.1.0 Date of publication: 6th May 2024 ABSTRACT Mobile broadband is used today to distribute traditional audiovisual services to smartphones, home routers or connected devices such as set-top boxes (STBs). This includes distribution of live and on-demand streaming services to apps and browsers, experienced in a two dimensional (2D) format with some degree of interactivity provided within them. This report presents a collection of use cases and high-level architectures, along with an overview of high-level requirements for media services beyond 2D, while subsequent studies might focus on the extent to which 3GPP and other media-related specifications can support these use cases. The primary scope of the present document is to provide: An overview of the evolution of media services beyond 2D; A collection of existing and future use cases and services; A high-level perspective on architecture, features and requirements Figure 22. Free-viewpoint: live streaming Figure 22. Free-viewpoint: Time-freezing highlights Figure 22. Free-viewpoint: Space-shifting highlights REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK 5G-MAG welcomes feedback from the community to this document. If you have comments on the report, please submit them using our GitHub repository for "Request for Feedback" https://github.com/5G-MAG/Requests-for-Feedback 5G-MAG members may take further actions on this document according to the comments received.

Download the 5G-MAG Report (PDF): https://drive.google.com/file/d/16uvMupJ0Mwr0Q8-Bf1ZVUDiwSaQ9VVXl/view?usp=sharing ABOUT THE REPORT This report analyses the gaps or issues of how Advanced Media Services may bring new demands to the 5G network. The analysis includes new and different use cases, media services and technology deployment development and an evaluation of the 3GPP system. Current version of the report: v.1.0 Date of publication: 13th May 2025 REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK 5G-MAG welcomes feedback from the community to this document. If you have comments on the report, please submit them using our GitHub repository for "Request for Feedback" https://5g-mag.github.io/Requests-for-Feedback/ 5G-MAG members may take further actions on this document according to the comments received.

We're thrilled to join the first OSCAR (Open-Source Core, Applications and RAN) Workshop! This dynamic event brings together leading organizations at the forefront of open-source software development with the objective of fostering collaboration. ​ At the OSCAR Workshop, we will: Gain insights into the latest open-source projects and roadmaps from different organizations (confirmed so far: OpenAirInterface, 5G-MAG Reference Tools). Explore synergies and identify opportunities for collaboration across different projects. Understand the logistics around the developer communities, software licenses and more details. Connect with experts and build valuable relationships within the open standards community. ​ We are meeting on June 12 at 15:00 CEST ​ REGISTER NOW https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O1dtHrVSQY6xi2Sae60TMw Agenda Introduction to the projects and organizations - 50 min ​ OpenAirInterface - Robert Schmidt (OAI) srsRAN - Brendan McAuliffe (srs) Open5GS - Sukchan Lee (Open5GS) free5GC - Chien Chen (free5GC) 5G-MAG Reference Tools - Daniel Silhavy (5G-MAG) ​ 5G Core Implementations - 40 min ​ Open5GS - Sukchan Lee (Open5GS) free5GC - Chien Chen (free5GC) OpenAirInterface - Tien-Thinh Nguyen (OAI) ​ RAN Implementations - 30 min ​ srsRAN - Brendan McAuliffe (srs) OpenAirInterface - Jaroslava Fiedlerova (OAI) ​ Operations and Maintenance (OAM) - 10 mi OpenAirInterface - Teodora Vladić (OAI) ​ Applications - 15 min 5G-MAG Reference Tools - Daniel Silhavy & Nils Duval (5G-MAG) ​​ Discussion, Collaboration and Q&A - 15 mins ​​ We will capture questions from the audience via Q&A and participants will be able to respond during the session. EVENT: OSCAR WORKSHOP 1 DATE: 12 June 2025 at 15:00 to 17:30 CEST LOCATION: ONLINE REGISTRATION: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O1dtHrVSQY6xi2Sae60TMw

On the 3rd June, the AFNOR ( Association française de normalisation) invites you to a unique day dedicated to 5G/6G technologies and their role in the evolution of immersive multimedia services and the challenges of standardization in this field. Join us for 5G-MAG Reference Tools Demos! EVENT:  AFNOR Workshop DATE:  3rd June 2025 from 10:00 to 16:30 local time LOCATION:   Afnor La Plaine 11 rue Francis de Pressensé 93210 La Plaine Saint-Denis (France) INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT AND REGISTRATION: www.afnor.org/evenement/5g-6g-medias-enjeux-normalisation-reseaux-futur/

A perfect way to end the week: The  5G-MAG  Reference Tools community is inviting you to a special session on Friday November 8th at 13:00 CET. We have scheduled four exciting presentations around the topics of 5G and Media: UE data collection, reporting and event exposure including mapping to 5G Media Streaming by  Richard Bradbury  ( BBC ),  David Waring  ( BBC ) and  Dev Audsin  ( BBC ) Related projects: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/ue-data-collection-reporting-exposure/ Related projects: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/5g-media-streaming/ Download slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HW3Afgb2729K-sqJi3Ymx6zPFoRn1omw/view?usp=drive_link 5G Broadcast: The Nakolos Core by  Johann Mika  ( ORS Group (Austrian Broadcasting Services) ,  Gokul Sani  ( ORS Group (Austrian Broadcasting Services) ) and  Stefan Babel  ( ORS Group (Austrian Broadcasting Services) ) Related projects: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/lte-based-5g-broadcast/ Download slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qkj-eDc-KWHLgkUQxb9QQ1uI-Zm54Kfi/view?usp=drive_link 5G Multicast Broadcast Services: Implementation of an MVP in the 5G-MAG Reference Tools by  Borja Iñesta Hernández  ( Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) ),  Jaime Sánchez Roldán  ( Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) ) Related projects: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/5g-multicast-broadcast-services/ Download slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RSL8b79Oq36wU8_sVQvFvTETpuZ5n4Mf/view?usp=drive_link FLUTE support in GPAC for Multicast ABR Streaming by  Sohaib Larbi ,  Romain Bouqueau  (Motionspell) and  Nils Duval Related projects: https://5g-mag.github.io/Getting-Started/pages/multimedia-content-delivery/ Download slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HbM7GeTarxF3R9a3leQu2prv6Y955yYy/view?usp=drive_link Use this link to join the sess ion:   https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86380468460?pwd=UnlGOVE5a3RUSnNCcFRGK0RmQlRHdz09 o r Download the calendar of public calls here:  https://www.5g-mag.com/community#calendar EVENT: 5G-MAG REFERENCE TOOLS Special Session DATE: November 8 at 13:00 CET LOCATION: ONLINE