4G was deployed years ago in most of the world and it now considered the fastest and most spread mobile network. However, there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding it. And some people still don’t appreciate its importance.
What is 4g? Is it better than 3G? Is OnePlus 8 4G enabled? That’s what we will talk about in this article, besides everything related to OnePlus 8 4G technology.
Does the OnePlus 8 have 4G?
Yes. 4G technology is one of OnePlus 8’s essential features.
How do you tell whether OnePlus 8 is 4G-capable or not?
There are a lot of ways to check the affordability of 4G in your OnePlus 8, or any other mobile. And presuming you’re not a techy person , I recommend that you start by checking the phone package, network information is usually provided there. Or you can simply search on google using your phone model name and figure out the information on the official website of the manufacturer.
If you have already bought the phone and inserted the SIM card, you can turn on the mobile data, if the phone connects to a 4G network you will notice a 4G ot LTE sign up on the status bar.
Another way is to check the settings: Go to your settings and look for network mode, usually as follows: Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data) > Cellular Data Options (or Mobile Data Options). If your phone has 4G you will find a 4G or an LTE option. If you don’t see either of them, then your smartphone isn’t 4G-enabled.
How to switch to 4G on OnePlus 8?
If you need to activate your OnePlus 8 4G network, then follow the instructions (it might differ slightly from the settings on your own device):
1- From Home screen, select Apps.
2- Select Settings.
3- Tap Wi-Fi & Internet.
4- Tap on SIM & network.
5- Make sure to turn on the Mobile data.
6- Tap Preferred network type.
7- Choose 4G or LTE option.
Note: If you prefer to switch off 4G then choose an inferior network type (e.g. 3G) or tap Only 5G if it’s possible.
Get to know what 4G is on OnePlus 8
4G describes cellular network technology. It was introduced by the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) and utilized by phone carriers. To name a system 4G it should meet some criteria.
The ‘G’ in 4G stands for generation, and 4 means the fourth one, following 3G and before 5G. 4G networks must deliver internet speeds much better than 3G, they also offer low latency, which is necessary for some uses such as gaming services.
The most prevalent protocols defined by ITU as a 4G are HSPA+ and LTE. OnePlus 8 4G and 4G in most phones today use one or both of them, which makes 4G the fastest most deployed cellular network.
What distinguishes 4G on OnePlus 8?
4G is a developed technology that drives a lot of potential for users. It enables much more speed than 3G technology. While the average speed of 3G is 3Mbit/s, 4G has an average of 10 Mbit/s.
Another benefit is the low latency. Despite the fact that the difference in Latency is only a few milliseconds, 4G latency made HD web streaming attainable, and a much better video games experience.
4G also has better quality voice calls, thanks to the VoLTE standard. It also allows you to check out the internet while making voice calls. All of these advantages are within your reach with OnePlus 8 4G technology.
Get to know 4G bands in your OnePlus 8
Before talking about 4G bands, you should find out what the frequency is. Frequency is the repetition of an event, and it is quantified in radio communication by hertz (Hz).
Since radio waves are exploited for multiple applications besides 4G (radio broadcasting and Aeronautics as examples), it is vital to identify which frequencies must be used for what use. Otherwise, radio waves will contradict, and it would be a mess.
Governments and ITU allocated each range of frequencies (called bands) to certain uses.
What you should consider as a user of OnePlus 8, is whether it supports the bands offered in your area by your local cellular provider or not. The OnePlus 84G-enabled bands are :
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 66 – EU;1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 – NA;1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46 – IN;1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 – CN;2, 5, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA – NA;78 SA/NSA – IN;41, 78, 79 SA/NSA – CN;.
Questions about OnePlus 8 4G Technology
How to know if 4G coverage is available in my area?
Before choosing your mobile operator you need to make sure it has 4G coverage in your zone. The easiest way to do so is by calling them and asking. Another way is to check their official website or any trusted coverage map website.
Why I’m not connected to 4G although the settings are right?
If you have a phone that supports 4G, and you don’t have a 4G connection, the reason might be that you didn’t activate a 4G plan. Check your internet operator plans, or call them to activate it. If they don’t have a 4G offer, then you might need to change your mobile provider.
What is 4G LTE?
4G LTE is a word used interchangeably with 4G and LTE, which deceives users. technically speaking, LTE is different than 4G. LTE is a short name for “Long Term Evolution”, a communication standard that evolved from 3G but is still not as fast as 4G. However, some companies commercialize it as 4G.
The difference between 4G and LTE became more obscure when LTE-A (LTE – Advanced) evolved. LTE-A has almost the same speed as 4G technology.
What are GSM and CDMA? are they related to 4G LTE?
Before the rise of 4G LTE, the most adopted standards were GSM (2G/3G) and CDMA (2G/3G). GSM is an acronym for “Global System for Mobile communication” and as its name suggests, it’s a standard that is used on a global scale by most mobile operators.
CDMA on the other hand is an acronym for “Code-Division Multiple Access”, don’t get disturbed by the name it’s just another standard. what you need to know about it is that it’s less common than GSM, and CDMA phones are often locked to a single operator and can’t be transferred.
When considering purchasing either a GSM or CDMA mobile, you should consider the provider coverage in your area. Some providers support only GSM and others support only CDMA.
You should also consider whether you need roaming or not, if you move a lot then CDMA might be a hurdle. Not to mention that the best option is a phone that is compatible with both.
4G network didn’t support voice calls when it was first made available, so it was dependent on GSM and CDMA standards, but with the development of VoLTE standard it became independent, so you don’t have to worry a lot about GSM/CDMA.
Will 4G phones stop working?
2G and 3G networks are being shut down worldwide because 4G is everywhere and has all the antecedent generations’ features at better speeds. So it is a reasonable question to ask if the appearance of 5G networks will cause the shutdown of 4G.
The short answer to that is: No. Your OnePlus 8 4G technology will stay valuable for a few more years.
4G Networks will stay existing for at least a decade or two, depending on the area and other factors. As things were for earlier generations, 4G and 5G will coexist and stay running together, meaning phones supporting 5G will support 4G too as a fallback.
Is 4G still worth it currently?
Yes, it is. Although the high speeds of 5G, 4G is still acceptable and provides enough speed for most of the use cases. 4G network is larger than 5G, meaning you can use it almost all around the world. Another advantage of 4G is cost-effectiveness. Because 5G is still too cost-intensive to be a reliable alternative.