Go to Settings > Mobile > Mobile Data Options. If you see this screen, your device has 5G activated .
Read moreWhat does 5G ready mean?
So 5G-ready in a nutshell… Basically, it means things like a 5G-specific modem, a larger battery and faster, more powerful processors to support the more data-heavy tasks enabled by using 5G, and semiconductor chips designed to respond to 5G frequency.
Read moreWill older phones work with 5G?
Most phones 7 years old or older, which includes the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5S. There is a list here of all phones that will continue working on the AT&T 4G network. Some phones, such as the iPhone 12 and up will also work on the 5G networks .
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