A: Yes, 5G is already here today , and global operators started launching new 5G networks in early 2019. Also, all major phone manufacturers are commercializing 5G phones. And soon, even more people may be able to access 5G. 5G has been deployed in 60+ countries and counting.
Read moreWhen did 5G become available?
History of 5G This standard set the foundation for the global standard. The 5GTF work helped accelerate the release of the 3GPP 5G New Radio (NR) standard in December of 2017. On April 3, 2019 , of we introduced 5G mobile service in parts of Chicago and Minneapolis.
Read moreCan my phone upgrade to 5G?
No, you’ll need a new phone as older phones can’t be updated to support 5G because they require a 5G chipset and modem . If you have a 3G or 4G phone it will still work on 5G plans, but you’ll only get 3G or 4G speeds.
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