The 3G invention (short for a 3rd generation) is newer generation of wireless technology. in terms of speed and functionality, 3G is much better than preceding 2G networks, that because 3G Sony Xperia ZR devices grant higher speed bandwidth.
Does Sony Xperia ZR Work on 3G Network Mode?
Please know that Sony Xperia ZR has 3G technology.
Switch ON 3G on Sony Xperia ZR
To switch On/Off 3G on Sony Xperia ZR follow these steps:
1) Tap Apps
2) Choose Settings
3) Hit More
4) Choose Mobile networks
5) Hit Preferred network type
6) Select WCDMA (preferred)/GSM to enable 3G.
Easy Way to Know If Your Sony Xperia ZR Supports 3G
Because these two manners are working on both iOS and Android operating systems, we can count it as the main ways to know if Sony Xperia ZR 3G network is available or not.
Way-1
There is an icon on the top of the Sony Xperia ZR screen indicates if 3G network is available or not.
Way-2
To identify if your Sony Xperia ZR has 3G network or not, you may use this manner:
1) Dial *#06# on your mobile to display Sony Xperia ZR IMEI number.
2) Explore www.imei.info, then write your IMEI number and choose Check.
3) You’ll see a report. Look at the LTE section – it will display all the frequencies that are supported by your Sony Xperia ZR. 3G service runs on the 2100MHz frequency, so if you see the number 2100, then your Sony Xperia ZR is 3G compatible.
Please note that you can always check the phone’s user guide.
Note: LTE Option on mobile settings generally refers to 4G network.
Knowing More About Sony Xperia ZR 3G
Understanding LTE:
Long-Term Evolution (LTE) is a standard for wireless broadband connections used for cellular devices and data terminals. LTE frequencies are:
* 3G networks: 900 MHz and 2100 MHz (band 1 and 39).
* 4G networks: 800 MHz (band 20), 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz (band 7 and 38).
* 5G networks: 700 MHz (band 28) and 3500 MHz (band 78).
Note: LTE Option in mobiles settings generally refers to 4G networks.
What is MHz?
MHz (Megahertz) is a unit of frequency equal to one million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including mobile phone communications.
Understanding Band:
The band is an interval in the frequency domain, restricted by a lower and upper values of transmission capacity over network communication systems. However, broadly we are using bandwidth term to refer to the capacity of a network.