Starting in February, the country's 3G networks will start to shut down, in a move that could impact, by some estimates, millions of Americans. Here's what you need to know to plan ahead, and stay connected.
, meanwhile, has a more complicated schedule in their 3G network switchoff. Officials with that cell service provider say the 3G CDMA network that originated with Sprint will be retired as of March 31, 2022, while the 3G UMTS network that originated with T-Mobile itself will be retired as of July 1, 2022. In addition, the LTE network that originated with Sprint will also be retired as of June 30, 2022.
"The device will no longer make/receive calls, send/receive text messages, or use data services," Verizon's website read. Verizon officials say any Apple iPhone 5, 5C, 5S or prior models will be affected by the switchoff. On the Android side, any Samsung Galaxy S4 or prior models will also be affected.of phones and digital devices that will still work after their 3G switchoff, as well as devices that may require a software update to enable HD voice, Wi-Fi Calling, Video Call, Advanced Messaging or 5G services.
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