Mobile telecommunications has recorded a lot of development in the last few years, changing the way we behave. One of the important developments is the emergence of 4G. So is Microsoft Surface Duo 4G compatible? And what is 4G? We will answer this and every question related to Microsoft Surface Duo 4G.
is the Microsoft Surface Duo4G-compatible phone?
Yes. Microsoft Surface Duo is compatible with 4G technology.
How do you tell whether Microsoft Surface Duo is 4G-enabled or not?
It is essential to check whether your phone has 4G before buying it. The easiest option is to read your phone specifications in your phone box, or in the manual. If you don’t possess the package or didn’t find the manual, you can read your phone criteria on the official website of the manufacturer or any other reliable website.
The second option is verifying the indication bar. If the Microsoft Surface Duo 4G data is turned on, you will find a 4G (or an LTE) icon at the top of the phone’s display. Note that the absence of that sign doesn’t necessarily mean that your phone doesn’t support 4G.
Another way is to check the settings: open your settings and find network mode, usually as follows: Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data) > Cellular Data Options (or Mobile Data Options). If your phone supports 4G you will find a 4G or an LTE option. If you don’t see 4G or LTE, then your smartphone isn’t 4G-capable.
How to switch to 4G on Microsoft Surface Duo?
If you need to switch on your Microsoft Surface Duo 4G network, then follow the instructions (it might differ a bit from the settings on your own device):
1- From Home screen, select Apps.
2- Select Settings.
3- Select Network & internet.
4- Select Mobile network.
5- Choose the SIM card you want to manage.
6- Make sure to turn on the Mobile data.
7- Tap Preferred network type.
8- Select 4G or LTE option.
Note: If you want to switch off 4G then choose a lower network type (such as 3G).
Definition of 4G on Microsoft Surface Duo
4G describes mobile network technology. It was defined by the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) and deployed by telecommunication companies. To call a system 4G it should meet some standards.
The ‘G’ in 4G is the first letter of the word generation, and 4 is the order of the generation, just after 3G and preceding 5G. 4G networks must provide internet speeds much faster than 3G, they also grant low latency, which is principal for some uses such as gaming services.
The most common protocols specified by ITU as a 4G are HSPA+ and LTE. Microsoft Surface Duo 4G and 4G in most devices today rely on one or both of them, which makes 4G the fastest most utilized mobile network.
What distinguishes 4G on Microsoft Surface Duo?
4G is an evolved technology that enabled a lot of possibilities for users. It offers much more speed than 3G network. While the average speed of 3G is 3Mbit/s, 4G offers an average of 10 Mbit/s.
Another advantage is the low latency. Although the difference in Latency is only a few milliseconds, 4G latency made HD web streaming affordable, and a much more developed video games experience.
4G also has clearer voice calls, thanks to the VoLTE standard. It also enables you to browse the internet while making voice calls. All of these advantages are within your reach with Microsoft Surface Duo 4G technology.
What are 4G bands? And which bands are supported on your Microsoft Surface Duo?
4G and other cellular networks use radio waves to transmit data. These waves have different lengths and frequencies. To prevent interference between signals, governments and the ITU decided which regions use which frequencies for 4G.
Each region has been allocated certain frequency intervals called bands. Band number 7 and band number 28 (for example) are used in the whole world.
What you should know as a consumer is that each mobile provider grants certain bands according to the area, and different phones enable different bands. So you should make sure that your Microsoft Surface Duo supports the bands offered by your local mobile operator.
Here are the Microsoft Surface Duo4G-enabled bands:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 19 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66;.