Verizon turns on its 5G mobile network one week before the plan

It's just a compatible device right now, but it's Motorola's Moto Z3. You also need the 5G Moto Mod accessory to connect it to the new network. There are several 5G compatible phones on the road, of course, including the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, which will be a Verizon exclusive at the beginning.

Nevertheless, it is a remarkable milestone, with several vendors set to roll out their 5G networks seriously this year. Verizon is planning to take its service to at least 30 US cities in 201[ads1]9. Sprint is set to debut its network in May, while T-Mobile will cut the band on its mobile 5G service in the first half of the year. AT & T turned on its 5G mobile network in December, even though it was only available for mobile hotspots.