With 5G, we have access to a service that is 35% faster than 4G.
Vodafone, Three, O2, and EE, four of the largest network providers in the country, have all begun to make the service a standard part of their data plans.
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What is 5G?
5G is simply the next generation of mobile internet, similar to 4G and 3G before it.
Tweaking the technology to provide greater throughput, mobile network operators have labeled it “5th generation,” or 5G.
In the United Kingdom, 5G speeds are quickly approaching 100 times those of 4G.
You’ll need to be in a 5G coverage area, sign up for a 5G plan, and have a 5G-compatible phone to access 5G speeds.
Massive swaths of the United Kingdom (currently primarily in urban areas) are getting 5G coverage.
Samsung, Huawei, OnePlus, and even Apple have all released 5G-compatible smartphones.
Finally, keep in mind that 5G poses no health risks whatsoever and cannot spread diseases like cancer or the coronavirus.
Scientists have thoroughly disproven claims of “deadly 5G radiation,” so you can surf the web quickly without fear.
Find out if 5G is available where you are right now.
Is the iPhone 5G?
Older iPhones cannot connect to 5G networks.
However, in October of 2020, Apple released the iPhone 12 in four different models, all of which were 5G-capable.
You can get 5G speeds with an iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone SE, or iPhone 14. Assuming, of course, that you have a 5G phone plan and SIM card.
Find out where to buy an iPhone 12 and read our in-depth reviews right here.
The newest iPhone 13 is 5G as well, so if you’re looking for a new contract, check out our favorite iPhone 13 deals.
You can also look at our iPhone 14 deals here.
Can I get 5G in my area?
The majority of UK cell phone providers now provide 5G service.
The market for 5G services is flooded with numerous providers.
Most, however, rely on just four major carriers—EE, Three, O2, and Vodafone.
If you want to know if 5G service is available in your area, read on down below…
EE
EE has launched 5G service in 112 major UK urban areas.
But that service won’t reach every corner of those cities.
You can find out if EE’s 5G is in your area here.
Three
All three claim to be creating the “fastest 5G network” in the United Kingdom.
And Three is giving away free 5G internet upgrades to their 4G customers.
Recently, Three announced that they cover more than 50% of the UK with their 5G network.
Here you can see if Three’s 5G service is available in your area.
O2
Within 30 cities, O2 has deployed 5G blatant lies.
And the network has promised to cover 50 cities by next summer.
You can check for coverage in your area here.
Vodafone
There are currently 41 areas in the UK where Vodafone’s 5G service is available.
A total of 70 cities in Germany, Spain, Italy, and Ireland are listed as having 5G service.
Here you can see if you are within Vodafone’s 5G service area. The “5G” button on the side of the map should be clicked.
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