As that looks to be 15 years it seems 2G would need to be around until at least 2030 , to achieve an economic payback. With the announcements from DCMS on Dec 8th 2021 the future of this major IoT solution has been clarified.9 Ara 2021
Read moreIs 2G network still available in India?
India, one of the biggest markets for telecom services with more than a billion customers still has millions of people users 2G network for communication purposes . 2G is not fit for internet browsing, but only voice calling and SMS.
Read moreIs 2G service still available?
Most of America’s largest carriers have already shuttered their 2G service or plan to soon : AT&T stopped servicing its 2G network back in 2017. Verizon Wireless phased out its 2G CDMA network at the end of 2020. Sprint sunsetted their 2G CDMA network in December of 2021.
Read moreDid 2G shut down?
Shutting down its 2G network will free up spectrum AT&T can use for 5G. AT&T said it officially shut down its 2G network on Jan. 1 and will refarm the spectrum to support newer technologies.
Read moreWill 2G and 3G be phased out?
In July, EE owner BT revealed plans to phase out 3G by 2023, and 2G later in the decade . And many other companies have already begun phasing out technology that support the services. Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries said the move would help the UK make a smoother transition to faster networks.8 Ara 2021
Read moreHow Long Will 3G be supported?
All of the major US 3G networks are scheduled to shut down in 2022 . Whether you’re with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon, this may affect your phone, your home alarm system, or even your car.
Read moreHow long will 4G still be available?
The first 4G LTE sunset announcements are expected after 2030 , which means that companies can safely invest in 4G-based IoT solutions today and for the foreseeable future.
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