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 moreWhy does my iPhone 12 go from 5G to LTE?
5G Auto is a unique feature which uses Apple’s Smart Data mode . This makes it so that your iPhone 12 can quickly switch between 5G or LTE, based on what provides faster network speeds. For example, if you are an area with no 5G, then your iPhone will switch to LTE, which will help save battery life.
Read moreShould iPhone 12 be on 5G or LTE?
iPhone 13 models, iPhone 12 models, and iPhone SE (3rd generation) work with the 5G cellular networks of certain carriers . Learn how to use 5G cellular service.17 Mar 2022
Read moreIs it better to use LTE or 5G?
In a nutshell, because 5G uses a different spectrum than 4G LTE , it can deliver stronger and faster connections, higher capacity for traffic, as well as latency as low as 1ms.
Read moreShould I leave 5G on iPhone 12?
Apple even says it takes into account your data plan: The default settings for 5G on iPhone are optimized for battery life and data usage based on your data plan. … However, inside the cellular settings, you can choose to turn 5G on/off on iPhone 12 manually to optimize for speed or battery life.
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