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Activate 5G in seconds and forget about slow speeds.

Swipe to find the method that best suits your phone and maximizes your connection speed.

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Method 1 – Stock Android

On devices running “pure” Android (Pixel, Motorola, Android One), activating 5G is quick:

  1. Open Settings and touches Networks and Internet.
  2. Enter in Mobile network and select Preferred network type.
  3. Choose 5G/4G/3G/2G (automatic) or, if it exists, the option 5G only to force connection to 5G networks.
  4. Go back and, under the same section, press Network operatorSelect automatically, so the phone can seamlessly switch between 5G and 4G depending on coverage.

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Method 2 – Android on Samsung/Xiaomi

In custom overlays like One UI (Samsung) or MIUI (Xiaomi), there are extra shortcuts and settings:

Samsung One UI

  1. Swipe down to open the notification bar and press and hold the icon. Mobile data.
  2. On the screen of Mobile network, touch Network mode and select 5G/LTE/3G/2G.
  3. Optional: in Advanced settings, active 5G Optimization to prioritize data usage when the battery is above 20 %.

Xiaomi MIUI

  1. Open SettingsSIM and mobile network → choose your SIM.
  2. Press Preferred network type and choose 5G/4G/3G/2G.
  3. Flip the switch 5G network priority so that it always searches for 5G signal before 4G.
  4. If it doesn't appear, go to Additional settingsMobile networkPreferred network.

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Method 3 – iOS (iPhone)

On iPhone with iOS 14 or higher, the path is uniform:

  1. Open Settings and enters Mobile data.
  2. Touch Mobile data optionsVoice and data.
  3. Select 5G Activated (either 5G Automatic) to prioritize 5G while maintaining battery life. In Pro models, there is also 5G Light to save energy.
  4. To force 5G always, choose 5G Activated; if you want to switch back, go back 4G whenever.

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Comparison of methods

FeatureAndroid StockSamsung/XiaomiiOS (iPhone)
Route in settings4 standard steps3-4 steps + shortcuts3 direct steps
“5G Only” ModeYes (in a few)Yes (One UI/MIUI)No (automatic only)
5G Battery OptimizationNoYes (One UI)Yes (“5G Light”)
Quick accessNoYes (notification bar)No
Consistency between modelsHighAverageVery high

Ready to get the most out of your 5G? In the Part 3 You'll learn how to adjust bands, troubleshoot common issues, and optimize data to share your speed with the world. Glide and accelerate without limits.

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