5G is hitting the mainstream fast: According to a GSA report, 58 countries had 5G networks as of June 2021 , up from 38 about a year ago. A dozen more have had 5G mobile technology deployed in part. It is in fact expected that 5G will reach 1 billion users in 3.5 years, compared with 4 years for 4G and 12 years for 3G.
Read moreWhich US network has 5G?
AT&T has launched the majority of its 5G network for business use. AT&T started with millimeter-wave and has also launched its nationwide 5G network based on its 850MHz spectrum and DSS in some areas.
Read moreCan I upgrade my device to 5G?
No, you’ll need a new phone as older phones can’t be updated to support 5G because they require a 5G chipset and modem . If you have a 3G or 4G phone it will still work on 5G plans, but you’ll only get 3G or 4G speeds.
Read moreCan I upgrade my existing SIM to 5G?
So yes a 5G network will require a SIM Upgrade although all the SIM Cards are backward compatible with previous generation.
Read moreCan you upgrade your 4G to 5G?
Answer: Yes. If you’re among the 86 percent of the population who are concerned that the recent rollouts of 5G networks will make your 4G cellphone obsolete, there’s no need to worry. 4G phones still work on a 5G network, they just won’t get that coveted 5G speed.
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