How to Turn On or Off 5G on iPhone and Should You Use It

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Which iPhones Support 5G

Apple started rolling out 5G support for iPhone 12 and above. And though the high-frequency bands might vary, you can access 5G benefits when using any of the following devices.

How to Turn On or Turn Off 5G on iPhone

Step 1: Launch theSettingsapp and head toCellular>Celluar Data Options.

Step 2:ChooseVoice & Dataand select5G Onor5G Autoto turn on the 5G network. If you want to disable 5G, selectLTE/4G.

If you’re using a Dual SIM iPhone, launchSettings>Cellular>Cellular Data Optionsand choose the number you want to turn on or off 5G for.

Should You Turn Off 5G on Your iPhone?

Well, the answer is pretty simple — you should turn off 5G if you wish to save battery and data. Disabling 5G might be a key solution to the iPhone’s overnight battery drain. Although on paper, 5G should perform better in terms of battery life, the real-life scenario is a bit different. Due to comparatively poor network coverage, 5G consumes more battery life than 4G. Plus, 5G data plans are relatively expensive, so proper management is necessary.

How to Save Battery Life When Using 5G

When enabling 5G, you’ll notice three options to choose from. Here’s how each one works, so you can select the option that best balances performance and battery life:

How to Manage 5G Data Mode Options

Alongside battery-saving, Apple also offers data-saving options. Dubbed Data Mode, the setting allows you to save data while using the 5G network. Here’s how you can access these options.

Step 1: Launch theSettingsapp and head toCellular>Celluar Data Options.

Step 2: SelectData Modeand select any one of these options:

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Last updated on 05 September, 2024

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