After upgrading to iOS 12.2, the newest version of iOS, AT&T users began seeing a “5GE” icon in place of “LTE” for their cellular connection. This is AT&T’s misleading name for an enhanced 4G LTE network, and as explained in the guide below, is not actual 5G connectivity .
Read moreWhy is my 5G phone only showing 4G?
If the user’s phone has moved out of the 5G coverage and enters the 4G coverage, or vice versa, the network icon will change on the phone’s status bar. Solution: This issue is caused by differences in network coverage .
Read moreHow do I get 5G on my 5G phone?
Open Settings, and then search for and select Network mode. Tap Network mode, and then tap an option that includes 5G connectivity, or GLOBAL .
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