Cellular technology, like most technologies controlled and implemented by a group of large companies, is always disappointing at first. The 4G rollout wasn't an

Cellular technology, like most technologies controlled and implemented by a group of large companies, is always disappointing at first. The 4G rollout wasn't any better. 1. 4G rollout was late. There was a two year period where iPhones/Smartphones had significantly faster 3G on some carriers who offered HSPA+. 2. 4G killed unlimited data. The same is happening with 5G. Carriers will only offer it as a premium service if you give up your grandfathered unlimited data or high-capacity data plan. 3. 4G modems and drivers sucked so bad and were tied into carrier-specific apps. Custom ROM? No 4G for you. Old phone with a really bad android skin? you get either flaky 4G or supper batter consuming 4G. 5G is still pretty new and it's purpose doesn't lend well to the same massive 4G rollout maps we are used to seeing. It's primary purpose is higher bandwidth in dense areas. Since most carriers are turning off 3G, 4G/LTE is going to be the common denominator for a long time.