5G was launched in India earlier this month. While Airtel has rolled out services across eight Indian cities, its competitor Reliance Jio is set to roll out the latest generation cellular network services by Diwali this month. Prior to the launch of 5G, many smartphone OEMs had launched 5G-compatible devices. However, not all devices support the network out of the box and they require software updates.
Earlier today, Cupertino-based Apple confirmed that it will enable 5G network on compatible iPhones by December this year. Now, its rival South Korean brand Samsung has officially revealed the timeline for the 5G rollout on its devices. The company aims to release a firmware update to enable 5G connectivity on its Galaxy smartphones by mid-November. This will enable users to experience faster 5G services on their compatible smartphones.
Few Samsung phones are already 5G-ready meaning they won’t require a software update to access the cellular network. The list includes Galaxy S22 series, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 4, S21 FE, M33, A33 5G, and A53 5G. The rest of the 5G-compatible phones will require an update to enable the network on the device from Samsung’s side.
Commenting on the 5G rollout timeline, Samsung spokesperson said “Samsung has pioneered 5G technology development since 2009 and took the leading role in standardizing 5G technology globally. In India, Samsung has the widest portfolio of 5G devices. We are working closely with our operator partners and are committed to rolling out OTA updates across all our 5G devices by mid-November 2022, enabling Indian consumers to experience 5G seamlessly.“
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