AT&T uses “5G Plus” for its millimeter-wave and C-band 5G networks . Verizon calls its millimeter-wave and C-band 5G networks “5G Ultra Wideband,” “5G UW” or “5G UWB” (the exact icon will vary based on your device).
Read moreWhat is the 5G network symbol?
If your phone has a 5G modem, you will see one of two symbols: 5G or 5G+. 5G means your phone is currently connected to 5G NR on a sub-6 GHz frequency . Bands in this range provide better coverage but slower speeds. The higher the frequency, the faster your download speeds.
Read moreHow do I know if I have AT&T 5G?
Visit att.com/5Gforyou for the latest 5G coverage details.
Read moreIs T-Mobile’s 5G actually 5G?
T-Mobile’s low-band 5G , which it calls ‘Extended Range 5G’ now covers 270 million people over 1.4 square miles. Since the summer T-Mobile turned on mid-band 2.5 GHz spectrum for 5G at thousands of cell sites. … Verizon’s mmWave Ultra Wideband 5G has shown peak download of 4 Gbps on a live network.
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