TS 26.506 – Real-Time Media Communication Architecture for 5G
3GPP TS 26.506 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Real-Time Media Communication Architecture for 5G. It is published in 2 releases (Rel-18 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.2.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies architecture for real-time media communication in 5G, supporting AR and WebRTC, with interfaces and procedures.
Releases and versions of TS 26.506
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 26.506
Category: Services (IMS). 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
Specifications referenced by TS 26.506
- TS 26.114 IMS Multimedia Telephony Client
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.548 5G Edge Computing Stage 2 Architecture
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TR 26.998 5G AR/MR Glasses Integration Study
- TS 26.119 Device Media Capabilities for AR Services
- TS 26.113 Real-Time Media Communication Protocols and APIs
- TR 26.930 WebRTC Enhancements for Immersive RTC over 5G
- TS 26.501 5G Media Streaming Architecture
- TS 23.558 Enabling Edge Applications
- TS 38.321 NR MAC Protocol Specification
- TS 36.321 E-UTRA MAC Protocol Specification
Specifications that reference TS 26.506
- TS 26.501 5G Media Streaming Architecture
- TS 23.433 SEAL Data Delivery Architecture
- TS 26.119 Device Media Capabilities for AR Services
- TS 26.510 5G Media Streaming and Real-Time Communication APIs
- TS 26.113 Real-Time Media Communication Protocols and APIs
- TR 26.930 WebRTC Enhancements for Immersive RTC over 5G
Other specifications in the 26 series
- TS 26.453 EVS Codec Generic Frame Format for 3G CS Networks
- TS 26.454 EVS Codec Mapping for 3G CS Networks
- TS 26.501 5G Media Streaming Architecture
- TS 26.502 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Architecture
- TS 26.510 5G Media Streaming and Real-Time Communication APIs
- TS 26.511 5G Media Streaming Profiles, Codecs & Formats
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 26.517 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 26.506?
3GPP TS 26.506 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Real-Time Media Communication Architecture for 5G. Specifies architecture for real-time media communication in 5G, supporting AR and WebRTC, with interfaces and procedures.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 26.506?
TS 26.506 is published in 2 releases, from Rel-18 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.2.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 26.506 belong to?
TS 26.506 belongs to the Services (IMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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