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What Is C-Band, and What Does It Mean for the Future of 5G?
For 5G to offer an experience that's noticeably better than 4G, it needs broad, dedicated channels, ideally 50MHz or wider. That's where C-band comes in—the frequency that might save 5G in the US.
What Is 5G?
All of the US carriers have now launched some form of 5G cellular network. But what exactly is 5G, and how fast is it compared with 4G? Here's what you need to know.
Testing Verizon C-Band in New York City: Range, Speed, and More
Verizon is making its biggest 5G move in years, so we took it to the streets of Manhattan and Queens.
AT&T C-Band Rollout Begins in 8 US Cities
Here's where you can tap into AT&T's expanded 5G network, and the phones that support it.
C-Band 5G Launch Is Not Yet Affecting US Domestic Flights
Airlines' promises of major delays and cancellations aren't bearing out yet.
AT&T, Dish Win Big in Latest 5G Auction
The new airwaves make AT&T more competitive with Verizon and T-Mobile in 5G.
To Fight iMessage, Android Must Clean Its Own House
Apple's "blue bubbles" draw and keep customers. Google needs to throw its weight around if it wants to compete.
The Best 5G Phones for 2022
5G phones are for sale throughout the US, but do you need one? If you're looking for a phone that can connect to the newest cellular networks, here's what you need to know along with the top-rated 5G phones in our testing.
FAA Reveals the 50 US Airports With '5G Buffer' Zones
Verizon and AT&T have agreed not to deploy C-band networks around these airports at the FAA's request.
Verizon 5G Is Changing January 19: What You Need to Know
Am I overpromising the impact of the C-band launch? Yes. But it's hard not to be excited.
