More than 100 operators on six continents have deployed 5G networks, according to data compiled by Ookla. And, with 5G here now and already making an impact on consumers and businesses, the next step is scaling these networks to offer nationwide coverage and put advanced services in the hands of more users.
While 5G will ultimately comprise a mix of low-, mid- and high-band frequencies, initial rollouts are largely based on a particular operator’s mix of spectrum assets. Verizon and AT&T, for instance, went to market with millimeter wave-based 5G which provides impressive speeds in a smaller area.
