5G at Airports: From C-Band Controversies to Seamless Connectivity

These days, as most of us travel, we have an expectation for seamless 5G connectivity. With 5G becoming more available in urban areas, travelers have grown accustomed to fast, reliable internet access everywhere. This includes at airports. However, achieving robust indoor 5G coverage in airports presents unique challenges due to the structure of these facilities. […]

The Factors Impacting Your 5G Bandwidth Speeds

The dawn of 5G promised lightning-fast internet speeds, heralding a new era of connectivity. However, the reality often falls short of these lofty expectations, leaving many users frustrated and wondering why their 5G speeds are not as blazing fast as advertised. Several factors can affect your 5G bandwidth speeds, ranging from technical limitations to network […]

Peplink BR1 Mini 5G Router

Peplink introduces its latest innovation, the BR1 Mini 5G router, designed to redefine the possibilities of high-speed internet access for various applications. This compact powerhouse, now in stock and certified by major carriers, including Verizon (C-BAND), AT&T, FirstNet, and T-Mobile, redefines the way you connect and manage your network. High-Speed Connectivity The Peplink BR1 Mini […]

Verizon Speeds Up 5G Network

Verizon has gained early access to the entire 5G C-band spectrum it won at the March 2021 auction. This accelerates the expansion of their 5G Ultra Wideband network, doubling or even tripling bandwidth in some areas. This boosts capacity, data speeds, and allows for 5G Home broadband and Business Internet services. Joe Russo, EVP & […]

Cutting the Cable – Switching from Cable Internet to Cellular 5G

90 Days in: An Update After about 90 days of living off 5G Internet service, I am more than pleased with the experience. Have I had any issues? I’d be lying if I said no, but thankfully they’ve been minor. Things like buffering video and choppy audio on voice over IP (VoIP) calls. Regardless of […]

Airlines Warned Again about Upcoming 5G Deadline

The US Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg, issued a stern warning to Airlines for America, a trade group representing major US carriers. The warning is in regards to potential flight disruptions unless critical flight instrumentation is updated. This caution comes just a week before wireless carriers in the nation are set to boost their C-Band 5G […]

What Data Plans are Available at 5Gstore?

Are you looking for an affordable cellular data plan for your failover or primary Internet service? 5Gstore.com is currently offering 4 different data plans, all with one of the nation’s biggest cellular providers, Verizon Wireless. These data plans will accommodate users needing either 4G LTE or 5G service. Here’s a breakdown of each plan: You […]

Will US Wireless Carriers’ Voluntary Commitments Address Aviation Safety Concerns for 5G Use?

Four major US wireless carriers have recently made voluntary commitments to address aviation safety concerns and allow full use of the C-Band wireless spectrum for 5G use. Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile US, and UScellular submitted a letter to the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) outlining their voluntary commitments to support full-power deployments across C-Band while minimizing the […]

What Do 5G Symbols Mean on My Phone

In the past, we’ve discussed the technical factors surrounding 5G, such as frequency bands and the airwaves at which 5G operates (low, mid, and high). But what about the different terminology used by cellular providers and those 5G icons on your phone that indicate your cell phone’s signal strength? If you’ve wondered what those 5G […]

RootMetrics Reports on 2H 2022: How the Cellular Networks Compare

RootMetrics just released its report that measures overall network experience and performance for the most popular cellular networks in North America. Test results were based on the second half of 2022 and cover all network technologies (5G, 4G LTE, and any sub-4G technology). The report also looks at the newest C-Band 5G performance for AT&T […]