Five years prior, Techquikie shared a 5G upload. Have you begun using 5G?
Five years prior, Techquikie shared a 5G upload. Have you begun using 5G?
I always experience 5g in my area and didn't feel a big change compared to 4g.
After deeper investigation... I’m really pleased you mentioned this. Explaining it has been a challenge before. Most recent leaps in network generations have centered on enhancing performance. We moved from 2G to 3G to LTE mainly to deliver quicker connections for a smoother experience. The goal wasn’t just speed; lower latency became a secondary benefit. Since LTE’s introduction, it seems everyone—from smartphones to iPads, watches, laptops, and even cars—is now connected via LTE. This trend is part of what we call the Internet of Things, and it’s only beginning. 5G aims to pack more devices into tighter bandwidth constraints. For example, 4G struggles in stadiums due to signal overload. 5G millimeter waves should handle such environments without issues. The push for upgrades came from network congestion and a sharp rise in device demand. So the value isn’t clear—it’s simply a step forward because LTE was nearing its limits. Carriers are touting these investments as essential, but it’s more about managing capacity than delivering special perks. 5G is impressive technically, but it doesn’t directly benefit end users like you. It’s essentially a necessary upgrade to keep pace with growing connectivity needs.
My phone plan remains on 3G in Canada, and I haven’t planned to switch to a 5G device anytime soon. I recently purchased a Samsung A52 running 4G, which is the model available in Brazil. I bought it through Amazon because the Canadian version only offers 5G without built-in call recording, whereas the Brazilian one does. That makes it more reliable for me. Unless you need extremely high bandwidth or low latency, the jump from 4G LTE to 5G won’t make a noticeable difference. 4G speeds are sufficient for everyday use like watching TikTok, YouTube, and Twitch. It also works well for streaming content, as demonstrated by creators like Louis Rossmann who stream travel videos with minor interruptions due to movement. When the creator isn’t moving much, streams tend to be very smooth. Personally, 3G meets my needs since I can stream 1080p videos on YouTube without issues—though I usually lower the quality to 720p or less because of my small screen and the fact it’s hard to tell the difference. I don’t mind latency, as I’m not playing competitive online games on a mobile device. Right now, 5G feels more like a marketing trend that drains battery life.
I believe those who claim they don’t require 5G or notice no benefit haven’t really experienced it. The massive drop in latency gives the impression of home broadband. The change in responsiveness is stark—everything feels much faster and more satisfying for most activities.