
The upgrade will be for models, including the iPhone 14, 13, 12 and iPhone SE. Apple said that 5G will be enabled via a software update to iPhone users in December. “We are working with our carrier partners in India to bring the best 5G experience to iPhone users as soon as network validation and testing for quality and performance is completed," Apple said in a statement recently. The Korean handset maker has said that it is working with their operator partners and is committed to rolling out over-the-air (OTA) updates across all its 5G devices by mid-November this year. Samsung has said it would roll out 5G across all its devices by mid-November. Only 20% said they already have a device that supports 5G.ĪLSO READ | Jio 5G will work only on these bands: check if your smartphone supports them So, are you willing to go for it and when? Of the 9,965 respondents in another LocalCircles poll in the survey that covered 318 districts, 4% shared plans to buy new suitable devices this year, 12% in the first half of 2023, 8% in the second half of 2023 and 10% hope to buy in 2024. You will have to purchase a device that supports 5G. Most of the current phones/tablets are not likely 5G-compliant. Vaibhav Parwat, a young professional based in Aurangabad, said, “I am ready to pay Rs 500-600 every month for 5G.

“Once, they get hooked to 5G, they will continue to opt for it even if its price is increased a bit.”

Kamal Grover, a Chandigarh-based advocate, asserted that the government should try ways to lower the prices of 5G mobile services for at least one year. Even if I have to pay more, I don’t have any qualms.

It all depends on the profession you are in.” He said he already has a mobile phone which is 5G-enabled and “it’s cost-effective, if you look at the larger picture”.Ībhilasha Chakravarty, a media professional based in Indore, pointed out, “We have to keep abreast with the latest technology. Manish Chatturvedi, a Mumbai-based fashion photographer, told India Today.in, “Those who want faster internet connectivity will opt for 5G services.
