How is 5G different from Wi-Fi?

Wifi has two frequencies, 2.4 GHz and 5GHz. 2.4 GHz is the default for most devices which causes the speed to decline but the availability throughout the house is better. 5GHz delivers faster speeds but does not pass-through walls easily and the range tends to be shorter .

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What is 5G supposed to do?

5G wireless technology is meant to deliver higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, ultra low latency, more reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and a more uniform user experience to more users . Higher performance and improved efficiency empower new user experiences and connects new industries.

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Has Australia rolled out 5G?

In 2019, Vodafone partnered with Nokia to provide Vodafone Hutchison Australia customers with 5G; services started in 2020. The first areas 5G rolled out to included Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, the Gold Coast, Newcastle, Central Coast, and Geelong .

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Will 4G phones work on 5G network?

Answer: Yes. 4G phones still work on a 5G network , they just won’t get that coveted 5G speed. HighSpeedInternet.com recently released its list of the most common tech myths that Americans believe in 2020. Among them was the concern that 5G will replace 4G and we will all have to upgrade our phones.

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Will 5G come soon?

With spectrum auctions expected within the year, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and Reliance Jio are likely to launch their 5G services in major metros and Tier I cities by the end of the year. According to Ericcson’s Mobility Report published in June 2021, 22 percent smartphone users in India already own 5G-ready handsets.

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