In 2019, the carrier changed an indicator on some Android phones and iPhones to make it look like those phones may have connected to 5G networks . It used the label “5G E,” which made those phones look like they have connected to a 5G cell tower.
Read moreHow do I know if I am connected to 5G?
Go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options. If you see this screen, your device has 5G activated . If you don’t see this screen, contact your carrier to confirm that your plan supports 5G.
Read moreHow do you know if you are connected to 5G Android?
In the Android settings app, the user can search for ‘Preferred Network Type’ to see which kind of cellular connections are supported. If 5G is on the list, that means the phone can connect to the network.
Read moreWhat are the different 5G symbols?
The Different 5G Icons 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.5 Haz 2020
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