First, “4G” represents the fourth generation of mobile technology, the next big advancement after 3G. And “long-term evolution,” or “LTE,” is industry jargon used to describe the particular type of 4G that delivers the fastest mobile internet experience .
Read moreWhy am I getting LTE instead of 4G?
Both LTE and HSPA+ are defined by the ITU as “4G” networks. The decision to display “4G” and “LTE” on phones (not just the iPhone) is largely a marketing decision . LTE is 4G. 4G is not necessarily LTE.
Read moreHow fast is LTE compared to 4G?
Data rates are higher with peak download speed of 3 Gbps and Uploads at 1.5 Gbps. That is 2-3 times faster than regular LTE speeds . LTE-A is the closest there is to true 4G speeds, but not quite there.20 Mar 2020
Read moreIs LTE slower than 4G?
LTE, sometimes known as 4G LTE, is a type of 4G technology. Short for “Long Term Evolution”, it’s slower than “true” 4G , but significantly faster than 3G, which originally had data rates measured in kilobits per second, rather than megabits per second.
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