ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The 5G service has officially started across the country and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued licenses to 3 major companies.
5G spectrum licenses have been signed between PTA and telecom operators including Zong, Jazz and Ufone.
After the issuance of the licenses, the three companies will be able to launch 5G services in the country regularly, which will provide high-speed internet and modern digital facilities to the users.
Addressing the license issuance ceremony, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the promotion of modern technology is a milestone in the industry, agriculture and IT sectors, the 5G spectrum license was auctioned in a very transparent manner.
The Prime Minister said that I congratulate the entire team for resolving the legal challenges faced amicably, Zong and other partner telecom operators appreciate the cooperation, the youth will take advantage of modern technology and make the country famous in the IT sector.
He said that the unique and important aspect of Pak-China friendship is modern technology, which is providing modern technological facilities across the country.
Federal Minister for IT Shaza Fatima said that keeping in mind the circumstances, the program was kept short, 5G service has been introduced in Pakistan for the first time, and the success was possible due to complete teamwork under the leadership of the Prime Minister.
Does your phone supports 5G? Here’s how you can check
The 5G service will be available for use in Pakistan starting on Eid al-Fitr when the country introduces its 5G networks to major urban areas.
Users want to know if their phones show 5G support with the question. 5G networks will require users to have a smartphone that meets network requirements for both hardware and frequency bands.
Check Your Phone Settings
You need to access the settings menu and proceed to the mobile network section, where you establish your preferred network type.
Your phone supports 5G services when you view network options that include 5G, 4G, and 3G, and 5G Auto and 5G Only.
4G/LTE devices will not work because they lack the required features. All users who own iPhones 11 or newer devices will have access to 5G technology.
Verify Online Specifications
The model number resides in the Settings section, where you select About Phone.
5G services compatibility information can be found by searching your model number on the official brand website or the GSMArena platform.
The information you need to find exists in the section that shows network requirements.
Use IMEI to Check Band Support
Dial *#06# to get your IMEI.
You need to use IMEI Info services to check whether your device can use local 5G frequency bands.
Certain phone models come equipped with 5G hardware, but they cannot connect to the 5G network in Pakistan.
Look for the 5G Symbol
The 5G icon should show up in the status bar when your phone detects a 5G network in the area.
The absence of the icon does not indicate device incompatibility because network coverage and system limitations can stop it from appearing.
Update Your Software
Manufacturers provide 5G technology through system upgrades, which they distribute to their customers.
Users must visit the Settings menu and choose Software Update to download the newest version, which activates 5G capabilities.
The following steps allow users to verify 5G network readiness while preparing for Pakistan’s forthcoming advanced mobile communication system launch.
