What bands does the iPhone 12 use?

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  • Model A2172* 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79) ...
  • Model A2176* 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79) ...
  • All models. 5G (sub‑6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO6
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Does iPhone 12 support 5G bands?

Every model of iPhone 12, from the iPhone 12 mini to the iPhone 12 Pro Max, supports 5G bands from low frequency to mmWave. If you have any iPhone prior to the iPhone 12, you do not have 5G. There has been a lot of confusion about this.
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Does iPhone 12 have C band?

Apple supports C-band on all iPhones that have 5G radios. This includes all iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models. Next, you'll need to be in a market where your carrier is using C-band spectrum with 5G towers. AT&T customers will see the 5G+ symbol in the iPhone status bar when using C-band spectrum.
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Does iPhone 12 have band 71?

The short answer is no. Apple's new phones don't support Band 71 and can't be made to. You'll have to wait until Apple's next iPhone refresh to get that capability.
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What is C-band used for?

C-band refers to the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum allotted for satellite transmissions in the 4GHz to 8GHz frequency range. C-band satellite antennas are used frequently in areas of the world where signals can become degraded due to heavy rain or other intense climate-related conditions.
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iPhone 12 – Complete Beginners Guide



How do you know if you are on C-band?

According to wireless testing firm Rohde and Schwarz, the C-band is all frequencies between 4 and 8GHz. When US wireless geeks talk about C-band, though, they're talking about 3.7 to 4.2GHz—and specifically, in this case, the ranges from 3.7 to 3.98GHz(Opens in a new window).
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How do I know if I have 5G C-band?

You'll know you're on Verizon's C-Band network when the status indicator on your phone shows a 5G Ultra Wideband symbol. That's the same logo that appeared when your phone was connected to Verizon's mmWave-based 5G.
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Is 5G C-band?

And C-band falls in the middle of the radio spectrum used for 5G networks—specifically, according to federal standards, it refers to the frequency bands of 3.7–3.98 GHz. 1 This is on the low end of a wider C-band spectrum, which has primarily been used for satellite TV broadcasts and distribution since the 1970s.
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How many 5G bands are there iPhone?

The iPhone 12 supports 17 5G bands in India, while the iPhone 13 and the iPhone 13 mini now offer 19 5G bands. These are 5G NR bands, and the devices will come with the model numbers A2628 and A2633.
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How do I change the LTE band on my iPhone?

Switch Network Bands on the Apple iPhone
  1. Click Settings.
  2. Select General.
  3. Select Cellular.
  4. Toggle Enable 3G slider to On/Off.
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Is iPhone 12 GSM or CDMA?

Luckily, the iPhone 12 Pro has a single model number that supports all US carriers. This includes support for both GSM and CDMA networks, as well as 4G LTE and 5G bands.
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Do all iPhone 12 have mmWave?

mmWave is supported on all iPhone 12 models sold in the United States, ranging from the iPhone 12 mini to the iPhone 12 Pro Max. iPhone 12 models sold in all other countries and regions are limited to sub-6GHz bands for 5G.
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Does iPhone 12 have millimeter wave?

All of the new iPhone 12 models come with 5G connectivity, both in the US and internationally. The superfast millimeter wave 5G connectivity is only available in US models. (Verizon is the technology's main proponent.) The entire iPhone 12 lineup also features a new design, reminiscent of Apple's iPad Pro tablets.
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How many 5G bands iPhone 13?

The iPhone 13 adds support for several more 5G bands: n29 (700d MHz), n30 (2300 MHz), n48 (TD 3600) and n258 (25 GHz). mmWave 5G support remains a U.S.-only feature, according to Apple, which lists no support for mmWave on phones sold outside the U.S.
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What phones support 5G C-band?

As of May 23, 2022, supported devices include:
  • Apple iPad (5G models)
  • Apple iPhone 12 series.
  • Apple iPhone 13 series.
  • Apple iPhone SE (2022)
  • Google Pixel 6 series.
  • LG Wing 5G.
  • Motorola Edge+
  • Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G.
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What phones work on C-band?

AT&T's list of compatible C-Band smartphones
  • Google Pixel 6.
  • Google Pixel 6 Pro.
  • Samsung Galaxy A13 4G.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 5G.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G.
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G.
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G.
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What is the best 5G band?

Different spectrum bands have different characteristics, so the bands and quantity of spectrum deployed in a 5G network will influence the network's capabilities. Arguably the most useful band for 5G is mid-band, the range between 1 GHz and 6 GHz.
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What band is Verizon C-band?

C-Band, part of the mid-band spectrum, is like a middle-distance runner, able to move faster than a marathoner and cover a wider area than a sprinter. Verizon expects to use C-Band spectrum to reach impressively high speeds, peaking at a gigabit at launch.
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What bands does Verizon C-band use?

The bands being put for 5G nominally include the APT 600 MHz bands from 612-703 MHz, C-band spectrum from 3300-3670 MHz and mmWave spectrum from 24.25-28.5 GHz.
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Does Verizon have mid-band 5G?

Mid-band is a crucial element of Verizon's long-term 5G ambitions and bridges the gap between the slow 5G Nationwide and barely existent, ultra-fast millimeter wave 5G. Even on day one, the improvements are promising.
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Who has the most C-band?

Verizon acquired the largest number of C-band licenses, at a cost of about $45.5 billion, and AT&T bought the second most, for $23.4 billion.
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Does C-band still work?

On November 1, 1988, NBC began scrambling its C-band signal but left its Ku band signal unencrypted in order for affiliates to not lose viewers who could not see their advertising. Most of the two million satellite dish users in the United States still used C-band.
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Is UK 5G C-band?

What 5G frequencies are being used in the UK? At the time of writing the 3.4GHz band, the 3.6-4GHz band, and the 700MHz band are being used for 5G in the UK.
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