5G services are not all the same, especially as roll-outs continue

5G isnt a completely new concept anymore.

Several major carriers in the U.S. offer a 5G planbut theyre not all created equal.

Pricing, coverage areas, perks, and compatible phones can vary.

Verizon 4G LTE and 5G network coverage map as of January 2022

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Verizon excels in making this happen in two major ways: unit compatibility and web connection availability.

C-band refers to a specific section of the wireless spectrum used to provide 5G.

The sweet spot is mid-band 5G, which offers good coverage and strong performance.

Phone showing a 5G download with earbuds lying on top of it.

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And this is why Verizons expansion of 5G Ultra Wideband with mid-band, C-band spectrum is so important.

So what does this mean for you?

Increased speeds also mean new experiences, too.

Lets face it: Older smartphones just cant handle blazing-fast gameplay, let alone fast gameplay with outstanding graphics.

Take a look at theVerizon Coverage Mapto see up-to-date specifics on where 5G Ultra Wideband is available.

Verizons 5G Ultra Wideband solves all of these problems.