The 5th generation (5G) cellular network technology that Indonesian people, especially smartphone users, have been waiting for is finally officially introduced.
This state-of-the-art technology offers traditional speeds and is even said to reach 10 Gbps.
5G technology is known not only for providing ultra-fast speeds, but also for low latency and the ability to connect more devices at once. This is necessary to support the Internet of Things era.
The presence of 5G as a cellular network technology in Indonesia has attracted many people to enjoy this service. However, many people still do not understand this new technology until inaccurate information and myths about 5G emerge.
To find out more about 5G technology just arrived in Indonesia, check out the following myths and facts about 5G.
1. 5G network replaces 4G
Please note that the 5G networks currently in circulation are built on top of existing 4G LTE networks. In short, 4G and 4G LTE networks basically provide the foundation for today's 5G structure.
Therefore, 5G networks will not replace 4G in the near future. In fact, in many regions, 3G coverage still exists for the same reason. That is, to fill the gap in 4G coverage.
2. 5G network spreads coronavirus
Sounds ridiculous, but this hoax myth is widespread on the Internet. This conspiracy theory attracted a lot of people's attention in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, but there is no evidence to support it.
Don't worry, coronavirus disease (COVID-19) does not spread over radio waves or cellular networks. This virus spreads directly from one person contaminated through gusts and droplets to others. This myth has also been revealed by the World Health Organization (WHO), as cases of COVID-19 are widespread in many countries that do not have a 5G cellular network.
facts about 5G
1: 5G is needed to catch up with the fast-paced world
5G technology was first built by South Korea since December 2018. After that, three Chinese operators followed the development in October 2019, followed by the United Kingdom throughout 2019 through development by four 5G network providers.
A little late, in May 2021, Indonesia is ready to commercialize 5G services and is ready to catch up with the fast-paced world development through this technology.
2:You will be able to access your 5G network after your 5G mobile phone is available
Following the development of 5G technology, mobile phones that support this network need to be available. If you live in a city that offers 5G networks, of course, you can use this network directly with the support of mobile phones that are compatible with 5G access.
Indonesian 5G is known to be limitedly available in Jakarta and will be expanded in other cities as well. One of the places where 5G access is restricted is Soekarno Hatta Airport. At this location, you can use your 5G network with a compatible mobile phone that has 5G access enabled.
3: Need a new phone after launching 5G network
Through mobile phones compatible with this service, you can get all the benefits of 5G technology. To do that, you need a new phone to experience this technology.
However, because 5G networks are built on 4G and 4G LTE networks, you don't have to buy a new 5G phone right away. Because the phone you have now can still connect to the 4G network and work properly.
In addition to knowing the myths and facts about 5G, you also need to know some smartphones that already support 5G networks. The specifications for smartphones that support 5G services in Indonesia are smartphones with NSA (non-standalone) 5G technology capabilities at 2300 MHz or band 40 (n40) frequencies.
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