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5G offers faster speeds and lower latency compared to traditional cable connections.

5G offers faster speeds and lower latency compared to traditional cable connections.

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Sanswich26
Junior Member
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09-05-2023, 02:08 AM
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Imagine you can enjoy a reliable 5G connection without worrying about the cost tied to how much data you use. You also have access to high-speed 5G with speeds around 2 gigabits per second. Would you set it up on your PC? It makes sense to place a portable 5G device on your balcony, pointing toward a nearby antenna, and connect via WiFi from your laptop. In the future, a more convenient router might handle this, but right now it seems unnecessary to maintain two internet services for a smartphone and home use.
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Sanswich26
09-05-2023, 02:08 AM #1

Imagine you can enjoy a reliable 5G connection without worrying about the cost tied to how much data you use. You also have access to high-speed 5G with speeds around 2 gigabits per second. Would you set it up on your PC? It makes sense to place a portable 5G device on your balcony, pointing toward a nearby antenna, and connect via WiFi from your laptop. In the future, a more convenient router might handle this, but right now it seems unnecessary to maintain two internet services for a smartphone and home use.

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LeBelinMasque
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09-05-2023, 10:18 AM
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It really depends on the device—specialized hardware and software are needed for 5G on phones or computers. There are concerns about privacy, especially with companies like Huawaii being restricted from using 5G in the U.S. due to surveillance worries. If that were to happen, it might take at least a decade before major issues dominate discussions, as people tend to prioritize new tech and profit over older systems.
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LeBelinMasque
09-05-2023, 10:18 AM #2

It really depends on the device—specialized hardware and software are needed for 5G on phones or computers. There are concerns about privacy, especially with companies like Huawaii being restricted from using 5G in the U.S. due to surveillance worries. If that were to happen, it might take at least a decade before major issues dominate discussions, as people tend to prioritize new tech and profit over older systems.

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Fk_Boi
Junior Member
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09-05-2023, 02:07 PM
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I believe wired internet will remain available as long as users seek consistent and dependable links. Mobile networks still face issues with data loss and delays.
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Fk_Boi
09-05-2023, 02:07 PM #3

I believe wired internet will remain available as long as users seek consistent and dependable links. Mobile networks still face issues with data loss and delays.

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notx
Junior Member
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09-05-2023, 09:56 PM
#4
Perhaps in the United States? I've been using 4G for nearly a year now, and everything works perfectly. The ping is 5-10 ms, which isn't bad at all. The only issue is strict NAT settings—sometimes I need to turn on a VPN to get decent performance, but it doesn't affect most modern games.
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notx
09-05-2023, 09:56 PM #4

Perhaps in the United States? I've been using 4G for nearly a year now, and everything works perfectly. The ping is 5-10 ms, which isn't bad at all. The only issue is strict NAT settings—sometimes I need to turn on a VPN to get decent performance, but it doesn't affect most modern games.

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Areeend
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09-22-2023, 05:37 AM
#5
However, 4G offers speeds between 40-80 Mbps, which matches your home connection, so it's acceptable. 5G provides roughly four times that speed and is expected to have much lower latency and faster ping times.
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Areeend
09-22-2023, 05:37 AM #5

However, 4G offers speeds between 40-80 Mbps, which matches your home connection, so it's acceptable. 5G provides roughly four times that speed and is expected to have much lower latency and faster ping times.

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evenspartan4
Junior Member
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09-22-2023, 12:52 PM
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Eventually yes, but we're still quite a way off. I'd estimate around five years. Besides, it's unlikely they'd completely shift to that system due to saturation concerns. Relying on cable or DSL helps manage network traffic. Also, if users began abandoning traditional services, prices would drop and more people would opt for alternatives. With 6G launching, it seems more realistic. There are far more firms building 5G infrastructure than Huawei alone—Nokia, Ericsson, etc.
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evenspartan4
09-22-2023, 12:52 PM #6

Eventually yes, but we're still quite a way off. I'd estimate around five years. Besides, it's unlikely they'd completely shift to that system due to saturation concerns. Relying on cable or DSL helps manage network traffic. Also, if users began abandoning traditional services, prices would drop and more people would opt for alternatives. With 6G launching, it seems more realistic. There are far more firms building 5G infrastructure than Huawei alone—Nokia, Ericsson, etc.

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chikcken__
Junior Member
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09-22-2023, 01:17 PM
#7
4G isn't always slow; it can reach up to 300 megabits per second. I'm getting about 120 megabits per second. 5G is closer to ten times that, reaching around 1,000 megabits per second. The better latency and other improvements will definitely be great, and it might even enable more advanced native formats for gaming.
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chikcken__
09-22-2023, 01:17 PM #7

4G isn't always slow; it can reach up to 300 megabits per second. I'm getting about 120 megabits per second. 5G is closer to ten times that, reaching around 1,000 megabits per second. The better latency and other improvements will definitely be great, and it might even enable more advanced native formats for gaming.

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Endersteve24
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09-22-2023, 02:28 PM
#8
Antennas are being developed by various companies, including Qualcomm and others.
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Endersteve24
09-22-2023, 02:28 PM #8

Antennas are being developed by various companies, including Qualcomm and others.

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Terrafin3015
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09-24-2023, 05:19 AM
#9
This is why I mentioned infrastructure.
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Terrafin3015
09-24-2023, 05:19 AM #9

This is why I mentioned infrastructure.

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Splax67
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09-25-2023, 08:54 AM
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It's surprising how poor the connection feels, especially with high latency on 4G.
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Splax67
09-25-2023, 08:54 AM #10

It's surprising how poor the connection feels, especially with high latency on 4G.

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