3G refers to the third-generation of cellular network technology. These networks were rolled out beginning in the early 2000s and represented a significant advancement over the second-generation (2G), particularly in terms of data transfer speeds and mobile internet capabilities.

Mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks, which rely on older technology, to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G. As a result, many older cell phones will be unable to make or receive calls and texts, including calls to 911, or use data services.

Jan 24, 2022 · The 3G phaseout means that older mobile phones, other devices connected to the 3G network, and some 4G phones that do not support Voice over LTE (VoLTE or HD Voice) will cease to function entirely.

Jun 30, 2022 · All of the major US 3G networks are scheduled to shut down in 2022. Whether you're with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon, this may affect your phone, your home alarm system, or even your car. Let's...

3G refers to the third generation of cellular technology that enables mobile telephony. The third-generation standard follows two earlier generations that were deployed on mobile networks …

On Feb. 22, 2022, AT&T is scheduled to turn off its 3G cellular network. T-Mobile is scheduled to turn its off on July 1, 2022, and Verizon is slated to follow suit on Dec. 31, 2022.

3G is the third generation of wireless technology in a long-line of mobile network standards (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G).

Feb 22, 2022 · The vast majority of cellphones in service operate on 4G/LTE networks, and the world has begun the transition to 5G, but as many as 10 million phones in the U.S. still rely on 3G service.

Jan 15, 2025 · 3G actually stands for ‘third generation’, as it is the third type of access technology that has been made widely commercially available for connecting mobile phones.

Nov 18, 2021 · Support for 3G, the 20-year-old wireless network standard, is ending in the US next year, when the major wireless carriers are planning to phase out service.