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Verizon Shutdown of 3G networks to make room for 4G LTE / 5G
Posted by Carlos Gutierrez on
Mobile carriers are in the process of decommissioning their 3G networks, which use older technology, in order to make room for newer, more advanced networks such as 5G. As a result, many older cell phones will no longer be able to make or receive calls and texts, including calls to emergency services, or use data services. This will affect 3G mobile phones and some older 4G mobile phones that do not support Voice over LTE (VoLTE or HD Voice). The timeline for the shutdown of 3G networks will vary by carrier. Some carriers have already completed the shutdown of their...
Verizon Shutting Down 3G Towers - Upgrading To 4G LTE Now
Posted by Carlos Gutierrez on
Mobile carriers are in the process of shutting down their 3G networks, which use older technology, in order to make room for more advanced networks such as 5G. This means that many older cell phones will no longer be able to make or receive calls and texts, including calls to 911, or use data services. This will affect 3G mobile phones and certain older 4G mobile phones that do not support Voice over LTE (VoLTE or HD Voice). The timing for the shutdown of 3G networks will vary by carrier, and some carriers have already completed the shutdown of their...