What Is 5G? 

5G stands for 5th Generation of wireless networks but it is not simply a new number on your mobile phone. 5G is being introduced because the section of the radio frequency spectrum currently being used by 3G and 4G is becoming overcrowded and soon will not be able to support the increasing number of devices needing a connection. 

The 5G network will need to use higher frequency ranges on the radio frequency spectrum as well as millimeter waves (MMW). Millimeter waves are higher frequencies with shorter wavelengths unable to travel as far or travel through objects or buildings. With 5G, rather than having a few large mobile phone towers which can transmit a signal over a large distance, thousands of small cell antennae will be placed on buildings, street signs and lamp posts close to where people live, work and go to school.

The 5G roll-out is happening now so it is important to understand how it will impact you. Read our blog post here to learn more. 

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