What does LTE mean on iPhone?

LTE stands for Long Term Evolution and is sometimes referred to as 4G LTE. It's a standard for wireless data transmission that allows you to download your favorite music, websites, and video really fast—much faster than you could with the previous technology, 3G. Play video.
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Should LTE be on or off?

For the vast majority of iPhone users, just keep LTE on, the performance is so superior to the other networks that turning it off, even if it may save some battery life, is not worth the speed reduction.
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Why does my phone say LTE instead of 4G?

Both LTE and HSPA+ are defined by the ITU as "4G" networks. The decision to display "4G" and "LTE" on phones (not just the iPhone) is largely a marketing decision. LTE is 4G. 4G is not necessarily LTE.
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Is LTE the same as WIFI?

Simply put, LTE means the tablet supports 4G connectivity besides Wi-Fi. With a 4G-enabled tablet and a data plan, you'll get full internet access without needing to stay within the range of a Wi-Fi hotspot. On the other hand, a Wi-Fi-only tablet means you can only connect to the internet via Wi-Fi.
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Is it good to have LTE on your phone?

To keep everyone happy, carriers have named their 4G networks as a version of LTE. LTE+ has less buffering and faster downloads than regular 4G LTE. Data rates are higher with peak download speed of 3 Gbps and Uploads at 1.5 Gbps. That is 2-3 times faster than regular LTE speeds.
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Does LTE use more data?

Yes it is a type of connection, but because of LTE being a faster connection you can use up data at a faster rate. But it won't use more simply because its faster. It will use the same amount it needs to use.
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Which is faster 4G or LTE?

If we talk about the original LTE, 4G is significantly faster. 4G is significantly faster. LTE offers only 100 Mbps, while true 4G offers up to 1,000 Mbps. However, if we take a look at the LTE-A speeds, the difference disappears as it also offers 1,000 Mbps.
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Can you use LTE for home internet?

LTE modems are another simple way to bring wireless internet indoors. By inserting a SIM card into an LTE modem and connecting the modem to your router, you can easily and instantly use LTE at home.
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Does LTE cost money?

Wireless carriers offer LTE services for a monthly fee plus additional data and usage charges. The recurring cost for a data connection can often be as low as $25 per month, and assuming a substation uses less than 10 GB per month, the additional data charge should be minimal.
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Does LTE mean SIM card?

LTE, meaning Long Term Evolution, is the variety Verizon has been touting for a while and AT&T just announced today. It is SIM card based (like current GSM carriers AT&T and T-Mobile) meaning, in theory, you'll be able to swap from device-to-device with relative ease.
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Is LTE faster than 4G iPhone?

In laymans terms, the difference between 4G and LTE is that 4G is faster than LTE.
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How do I switch from LTE to 4G?

Doing anything is simple, and so is turning 4G LTE on.
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Turn on 4G LTE on Google phones
  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Go into Network & internet.
  3. Select your primary SIM in SIMs.
  4. Tap on Preferred network type.
  5. Pick 4G (or 5G, which also activates 4G).
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Why is my iPhone only getting LTE?

If your carrier doesn't support VoLTE and is a CDMA carrier, you'll only see an option to Enable LTE. This allows cellular-data use over the LTE network when available.
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Can I leave LTE on?

Leaving the LTE on will not drain your battery life. The data modem in your phone (a Qualcomm MDM9615M) is a chip that handles LTE and 3G signals. Therefore, your phone is not using a 3G chip and then draining your battery by having a second chip search for a LTE signal.
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Why do I see LTE when connected to WiFi?

Those icons just indicate connection state. Even though you're connected to a WiFi hotspot, it doesn't disconnect you from LTE. It passes data using WiFi until you disconnect from WiFi or roam outside of a hotspot, then it hands off to LTE.
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What is the difference between LTE data and normal data?

LTE, sometimes known as 4G LTE, is a type of 4G technology. Short for "Long Term Evolution", it's slower than "true" 4G, but significantly faster than 3G, which originally had data rates measured in kilobits per second, rather than megabits per second.
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Why is my AT&T on LTE?

Because LTE is the main network for ATT. If you have a phone that is not VoLTE compliant that is why you got the message.
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Does AT&T use LTE?

About mobile broadband/LTE

The AT&T mobile broadband/LTE 1 network provides the backbone of AT&T wireless service. Mobile broadband/LTE is available in most cities, suburbs, and many rural areas.
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How good is LTE internet?

Cable. Verizon 4G LTE wireless broadband is 10 times faster than 3G — able to handle download speeds between 5 and 12 Mbps (Megabits per second) and upload speeds between 2 and 5 Mbps, with peak download speeds approaching 50 Mbps.
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How can I get free internet?

How to Get Free Internet
  1. Public WiFi Hotspots. A WiFi hotspot is a physical location where people can access the internet using WiFi technology. ...
  2. Municipal WiFi Hotspots. ...
  3. Connect2Compete Internet Program. ...
  4. FreedomPop. ...
  5. All Free ISP.
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What can I use instead of WiFi?

4 Alternatives to Traditional Broadband Service
  • Mobile broadband. With average U.S. cellular LTE data download speeds clocking in at almost 14 megabits per second, a mobile internet connection can function as a serviceable replacement for traditional broadband. ...
  • Satellite. ...
  • Fixed wireless. ...
  • Dial-up.
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Why is my phone on LTE?

LTE is a standard for wireless data transmission that enables you to browse the internet and access your favorite websites, watch your favorite videos, and download music at a rate that is much faster than previous generations of network technology like 3G.
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What does LTE mean on my cell phone?

LTE stands for Long Term Evolution and is sometimes referred to as 4G LTE. It's a standard for wireless data transmission that allows you to download your favorite music, websites, and video really fast—much faster than you could with the previous technology, 3G. Play video.
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Is 5G better than LTE?

“The main advantage that 5G offers over 4G LTE is faster speeds — primarily because there will be more spectrum available for 5G, and it uses more advanced radio technology,” Els Baert, director of marketing and communications at NetComm, told Digital Trends.
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