5G is the latest wireless networking technology for phones, smartwatches, cars and who knows what else. As you can see below, it has been making its way around the world for the past few years, but its journey is far from over. Some estimates predict that by the end of the year we will reach 1.9 billion 5G connections, a number expected to grow to nearly 6 billion by 2027.
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North Americans have seen 5G networks pop up in sporadic locations for a few years now, limited in scope, mostly due to the fundamental challenges of 5G networks. Some estimates say that by the end of the year, up to 32 percent of North American mobile connections will be on a 5G network.
5G fixed wireless broadband from Verizon and others is currently available, and Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile, among several smaller companies, have mobile 5G options.
Rogers Communications began rolling out theirs in early 2020 after investing over $4 billion on 5G in 2019. The network currently covers over 1,500 communities. Read more about the plans Rogers has for 5G to see when they expect a live network in different parts of the country.