Although 3G and 5G use different technologies to send and receive data, they operate at some of the same frequencies. But according to AT&T, they can’t coexist on those frequencies — the airwaves assigned to 3G customers cannot also be used for 5G customers .
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As a result, if you want to take advantage of 5G speeds, you will need to invest in a 5G phone. Android has a large selection of phones compatible with the 5G network including the Samsung Galaxy series, LG has a 5G phone, Moto Z4, Z3 and Z2 have 5G Moto Mod and there are a few others.
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