TS 24.550 – Metaverse Application Protocol APIs
3GPP TS 24.550 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Metaverse Application Protocol APIs. Its official 3GPP title is “Digital asset, Spatial mapping and Spatial anchors server - Service Enabler Architecture Layer for Verticals (SEAL); Protocol specification”. It is published in 2 releases (Rel-19 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.1.0 in Rel-20.
Defines RESTful protocol procedures and APIs for metaverse services, including spatial anchors, spatial maps, digital assets, discovery, management, subscriptions, and usage reporting.
Releases and versions of TS 24.550
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 24.550
Category: Services (Metaverse and SEAL APIs). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 24 series
- TS 24.546 SEAL Configuration Management Protocol
- TS 24.547 SEAL Identity Management Protocol
- TS 24.548 Network Resource Management - SEAL Protocol Specification
- TS 24.549 SEAL Network Slice Capability Enablement Protocol
- TS 24.554 5G ProSe Protocols and Procedures
- TS 24.555 5G ProSe UE Policy Specification
- TS 24.558 Edge Application Enabler Server APIs Stage 3
- TS 24.559 Application Data Analytics Enablement Services
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 24.550?
3GPP TS 24.550 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Metaverse Application Protocol APIs. Defines RESTful protocol procedures and APIs for metaverse services, including spatial anchors, spatial maps, digital assets, discovery, management, subscriptions, and usage reporting.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 24.550?
TS 24.550 is published in 2 releases, from Rel-19 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.1.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 24.550 belong to?
TS 24.550 belongs to the Services (Metaverse and SEAL APIs) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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