You can still use 4G networks with the iPhone 12 , and if you don’t have a 5G-ready plan you won’t be stopped from using one of Apple’s newest phones.
Read moreDo I have to use 5G on iPhone 12?
None of the new iPhone 12 models come without 5G connectivity , whether you have 5G service in your area or not. Anyone who wants a device that’s 4G-only will have to opt for an older model, like the $399 iPhone SE or last year’s iPhone 11, now priced at $599.
Read moreIs 5G good on iPhone?
Apple’s newest iPhones — the iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13, 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max — are capable of connecting to 5G wireless networks , much like the iPhone 12. That means, if your carrier has 5G coverage where you live or work, you should see faster speeds and a more reliable connection.
Read moreDoes a 5G phone work better than 4G?
5G has lower latency compared to 4G . That means 5G phones are much more responsive when it comes to things like video calls and gaming, minimizing lag and grainy video quality.
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