3G service users are about to ring the final bell soon. Networks are now preparing to retire their 3G services. This is because limited spectrum resources can be used to transmit mobile signals. The more spectrum available for particular networks, the better the service that can be delivered in terms of coverage, reliability and speed.
By turning off 3G, networks can use more spectrum for 4G and 5G and improve 4G, 5G services. Offering faster and modern services, 4G and 5G can better meet the user’s demand. Thus, the way to 6G is opened.
If you are using a very old phone, you may now have to say goodbye…
If the only service your phone supports is 3G, you may need to buy a new phone as mobile networks turn off 3G support. We hope this doesn’t hurt too many people. . . Those who are thinking of changing their phones or those who will have to, can find our affordable phone suggestions here.
In addition, most cars manufactured between 2010 and 2021 use 3G for smart services such as navigation systems, location and traffic data. Unlike phones, the solution for cars will not be to buy a new car. It seems like a software update will be enough to fix this problem. In some cars this update can even be done wirelessly.
If you live or work in an area with only 3G coverage, this will become a much bigger problem for you. However, with the closure of 3G, 4G and 5G services will gain extra spectrum operators, so the coverage areas of these services will expand and fill many areas.
I don’t know if we will see 4G shut down in the coming days. I hope we can continue to use 4G, at least until 5G becomes more common and 6G opens up.
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