How to Enable 5G on iPhone 12,13 and 14 Series [iOS 16]

You may know how to enable and use 5G on Android devices but what about on iPhones? In this guide, you’re going to learn how to enable 5G on iPhone SE, 12, 13, and 14 series in iOS 16.

Meanwhile, all carriers are now offering 5G cellular service, which is compatible with the iPhone 12, 13, 14, and SE 3. To provide consumers with a balance between network speed and battery life, Apple utilizes a “5G Auto” setting as the default. However, you may also change the settings manually to tailor them to your own needs at any given time. Here’s how to activate or deactivate 5G on an iPhone.

Depending on where you reside and your carrier, you’ll experience different levels of 5G performance with your iPhone. Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile all provide national 5G services in the US. Top speeds can exceed 1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps), although most people won’t see those levels of service on a regular basis.

Use of the 5G network on an iPhone is Subject to Certain Conditions

Make sure the following requirements are satisfied before utilizing the 5G network on your iPhone:

• See whether your network provider offers 5G services.
• Verify whether your area has enough 5G coverage.
• Put a SIM card in the slot or activate your eSIM.
• Install a 5G plan on your SIM card.

How to Enable 5G on your iPhone SE, 12, 13, and 14 Series

Here’s how to activate 5G on compatible iPhones:

1. Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.

2. Tap Cellular or Mobile Data.

Cellular or Mobile Data

3. Here, tap on Cellular Data Options or Mobile Data Options.

Cellular Data Options or Mobile Data Options

4. Tap Voice & Data.

Voice & Data

5. You must select one of the two 5G options available in order to enable a 5G network on your iPhone. Let’s look at what they are:

• 5G On: Turn your iPhone on if you want it to remain connected to the 5G network for a long time (As long as the 5G network is available). This implies that even if a 5G network only delivers 4G/LTE speeds, you’ll still utilize it. This is your best choice if your area has decent 5G coverage. The option’s drawback is that it rapidly depletes the battery of your iPhone.

• 5G Auto: If you want your iPhone to intelligently select a 5G network when it provides better network connectivity than 4G/LTE, select this option. When your 5G network stops, your phone will immediately switch to 4G/LTE, which offers a comparable experience to 5G. For extending the life of your iPhone’s battery, choose this option.

Enable 5G on iPhone

If a strong 5G network connection is available in your neighborhood, your iPhone will now immediately transition to one. A 5G symbol will show up in the upper right corner of your iPhone’s screen when you first connect to the 5G network. However, you won’t be able to accomplish this unless you choose Cellular Data as opposed to Mobile Data.

How to Disable 5G Network on iPhone 12, 13, and 14 Series

• Settings > Tap Cellular or Mobile Data.
• Tap on Cellular Data Options or Mobile Data Options >  Voice & Data.
• Choose the LTE option.

Disable 5G Network on iPhone 12, 13, and 14 Series

Which iPhone Models Support 5G?

That’s all. These were the steps to enable and activate the 5G network on your compatible iPhones in iOS 16. 

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