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Get Connected. Get United 5G!

United is in the process of building out our 5G network, which provides customers with higher data speeds in many areas of our home coverage territory.

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United Wireless 5G Network FAQs

What is the 5G network?

5G refers to the fifth generation of wireless mobile telecommunications technology. This supplements the existing 4G/LTE networks and replaces older networks like 3G as the demand increases for faster data speeds.

What are the benefits of 5G?

5G gives customers incredibly fast data speeds in many areas of our market!

What phones are eligible to get 5G?

Because 5G is such a new technology, not all phones are built with the proper antennae/equipment to see and utilize 5G networks. For a full list of phones that are compatible with 5G, click here. If your current phone is not compatible with 5G, we make it easy to chang to a compatible phone to take advantage of United’s super-fast 5G data speeds!

Can I update my phone's software to get 5G on my phone?

Luckily, many phone models simply need an easy software update to use the 5G data network. If you have a compatible phone, follow the instructions below for updating your compatible iPhone or Android smartphone to take advantage of United’s super-fast 5G network!

Where is 5G available?

United is pleased to offer 5G coverage in many areas of our home territory. Click here to see the current 5G coverage map!

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Device Compatibility List for 5G

BrandNameModel #5G Supported  How to Enable
SamsungA02A025U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA03A037U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA10eA102U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA11A115U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA12A125U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA13A135U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA32A326U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungA50A505U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA51A515U1NoNot Compatible
SamsungA52A525U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungA53A535U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS20G981U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS20 PlusG986U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS20 UltraG988U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS20FEG781U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungNote 20N986U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS21G991U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS21 PlusG996U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS21 UltraG988U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS21 FEG990U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS22G901U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS22 PlusG906U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS22 UltraG908U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS23G911U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS23 PlusG916U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungS23 UltraG918U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungFold 3F711U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungFlip 3F926U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungFold 4F936U1YesEnabled by Default
SamsungFlip 4F721U1YesEnabled by Default
iPhone12 MiniA2176YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E250
iPhone12A2172YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E247
iPhone12 ProA2341YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E248
iPhone12 Pro MaxA2342YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E249
iPhone13 MiniA2481YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E254
iPhone13A2482YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E251
iPhone13 ProA2483YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E252
iPhone13 Pro MaxA2484YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E253
iPhoneSEA2595YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E255
iPhone14A2649YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E257
iPhone14 ProA2650YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E258
iPhone14 Pro MaxA2651YesEnabled with iOS 16.4 20E259
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Instructions for Updating Software on Apple iPhones:

On your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Software Update and follow the prompts!

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Instructions for Updating Software on Android smartphones:

The steps you need to follow will vary depending on the software version your Android smartphone is currently on.

Go to Settings > Software Update, and follow the instructions. When your phone restarts after the update, please follow these instructions again until your phone tells you there are no more updates available (you may have to install a couple of software updates to get to the latest version).

Go to Settings > About Phone > Software Update, and follow the instructions. When your phone restarts after the update, please follow these instructions again until your phone tells you there are no more updates available (you may have to install a couple of software updates to get to the latest version).

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Current 5G Coverage Map

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We are here to help!

United is committed to helping customers with this transition. If you need assistance with the required software updates, or your phones are eligible for replacement and you need help understanding your options, please stop in or give us a call at 620-227-8641. Our representatives and agents are ready to assist you!