4G Technology

Fourth-generation wireless the stage of broadband mobile communications that supersedes 3G (3^rd generation) and is the predecessor of 5G (fifth-generation wireless). 4G offers a much faster speed, more stability and access to a larger variety of online activities. LTE is a half-point between 3G and 4G, so its performance suffers compared to the fourth generation.4G system must provide capabilities defined by ITU in MT Advanced. Potential and current applications include amended mobile web access, IP telephony, gaming services, high definition mobile TV, video conferencing, and 3D television.  4G LTE networks are the next generation from the existing 3G networks – Universal Mobile Telecommunications System UMTS or 3rd generation. It was indeed a “long-term evolution” for mobile networks (based on 3G tech at that time) when 4G came out in 2008.  LTE is designed for lower latency (the time it takes for data to travel in the network) and increased bandwidth – very interesting for the Internet of Things.