What does UW mean on Verizon phones?

The UW stands for ultra-wideband , the type of radio technology that allows Verizon to deliver connectivity at the higher-frequency mmWave spectrum.

Verizon highlighted that its 5G UWB can reach speeds up to 1 Gbps (1000 Mbps) and “brings power and performance comparable to a broadband internet connection to your pocket.”19 Oca 2022

Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband Speeds Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband offers peak download speeds of more than 4 Gbps compared to average 4G speeds of 30 to 35 Mbps. Speeds that fast allow a 4K definition movie to download in seconds.20 Eki 2021

5G Ultra Wideband is Verizon’s highest performing 5G . 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.