In reality, both are correct . Verizon, just like other wireless carriers shows coverage on their website to market how strong it is but understates it when required to prove the need for a new tower. In other words, Verizon (and other wireless carriers) can generate coverage maps to show whatever they want to show.
Read moreWhat is 5Guw?
Look for the 5Guw or 5G+ symbol on your phone For Verizon subscribers connecting to the new network, they will see “5Guw,” for 5G ultra-wideband . AT&T subscribers will see “5G+.” Phones that can support the new network include Apple’s iPhone 12 and iPhone 13, newer Samsung Galaxy phones, and Google’s Pixel 6.
Read moreWhat band is Verizon Cband?
C-band is in the 3.7 GHz spectrum range and AWS is the 1700-2100 MHz range, so getting better coverage with C-band is a substantial feat. Stone said the 64T64R Massive MIMO technology that Verizon is using has exceeded expectations.
Read moreWhat is C-band in Verizon?
C-Band, part of the mid-band spectrum , is like a middle-distance runner, able to move faster than a marathoner and cover a wider area than a sprinter. Verizon expects to use C-Band spectrum to reach impressively high speeds, peaking at a gigabit at launch.
Read moreIs Verizon 5G UW C-band?
For many on Verizon with a supported phone, the go-live for this C-Band 5G, which falls under their 5G Ultra Wideband tier , is supposed to provide a “10x faster than 4G LTE” connection. More specifically, Verizon says you should expect typical download speeds of 90 to 170Mbps and around 15 to 30Mbps on the upload.
Read moreWhat bands does Verizon 5G nationwide use?
Our 5G Ultra Wideband network uses high band (mmWave) and mid-band (C-band) spectrum to deliver a top-of-the-line 5G experience. 5G Ultra Wideband provides game-changing benefits, like speeds up to 10 times faster than what you have now.
Read moreWhere is Verizon ultra wideband?
5G Ultra Wideband is now available to customers in parts of Akron and Nashville . Customers in Nashville and Akron also have access to Verizon’s 5G Nationwide network which runs on lower spectrum bands than 5G Ultra Wideband, using an advanced technology called Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS).
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