The wait for 5G is over, as Verizon announced on Wednesday that it has turned on its 5G Ultra Wideband network in select areas of Minneapolis and Chicago a week ahead of schedule. As we reported last month, the initial plan was to launch 5G in those two markets on April 11th, but the service is live for subscribers right now.
There is one major caveat that comes along with this news: Only one 5G-capable phone is currently being sold by Verizon. In order to take advantage of the upgraded network, not only will you need to be in one of the areas listed in Verizon’s press release, but you’ll also need to own a Motorola Moto Z3 and the 5G Moto Mod. No other phone sold by the carrier will be able to reach the speeds Verizon promises, leaving very few potential 5G users.
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