A Brief Introduction To Wireless Data Transmission 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G  

For a quick overview and definition of the different types of wireless data transmission available, we need to go back in time.  When mobile phones were first released there was something called 1G, which was the first generation of cell phones with the only capability to make calls.

2G also known as 2nd Generation was then introduced a few years later introducing people with the possibility of sms (Short Message Service) / text messaging service.

Warming Things Up

Things really started to warm up when 3G (3rd Generation wireless data transmission) was released right after that.  Since then, people are able to browse the internet, stream music & videos online and download apps and so on while using their cell phones.

With the increasing need for High Definition Images and high quality contents to be viewed and downloaded from the internet, the appearance and demand for 4G was well anticipated for quite a while.  Yet, even now with the launch of 5G people all over the world are still struggling with slow and laggy data on mobile phones and other devices.

How To Significantly Boost Your LTE 4G Data

In addition to cable or fiber broadband, many families are taking up 4G cellular connectivity in the form of hotspots, dongles or sim card enabled wifi routers.  This is simply because it is a reliable, flexible and cost effective option.  For several reasons the people pick cellular options: occasionally because wireless broadband is expensive, but mostly because cell phone signals are simply the most dependable, convenient and efficient alternative.

The Frustration Of Poor Cell Phone Signal

We all know the frustration of experiencing very slow internet speeds on the mobile phone.  It can be a web page taking a long time to load, laggy video buffering or even music / online radio suddenly stopping due to limited bandwidth connectivity even on 4G.

The Constraints Of LTE 4G & 5G

But it is quite apparent to experience the constraints of LTE and 5G.  Surprisingly to many people, despite the promise of higher speed with 4G & 5G, slow data is still very familiar. In this publication we explore how precisely 4G LTE and 5G data speeds may be improved.

Why Do People Still Suffer From Poor LTE 4G Or Even 5G?

Based on our research below are a few of the main reasons for slow LTE 4G & 5G:

1. Network Signal Performance & Reliability In Your Area (SINR)

The quality network signal in any given location is generally determined according to its SINR on 4G LTE and 5G networks. In very simple terms SINR (signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio) means mobile signal coverage. Increasing your SINR will most definitely improve your connection speeds dramatically. A strong directional outdoor antenna connected to any one of our LTE 4G signal boosters is the best approach to enhance signal connectivity.

2. Amount Of Bands Connected

You can connect to the tower of your service provider consecutively by using many bands on your phone or hotspot. The “carrier aggregation” is termed. Ultimately your data speed is determined based on the number of bands you are connected to, the more bands you’re connected to, the faster your data rates will be.

3. Signal Stability (RSRP ).

It’s the most significant aspect for many people, yet it’s not. It absolutely impacts signal strength, known as RSRP in 4G LTE and 5G networks. But this is usually not the main cause. If your RSRP signal is greater than -100dBm, it does not enhance your data rates by a stronger signal.

What is RSRP?

RSRP: the average power of a reference signal is around – 44 dbm (excellent) to -140 dbm and its usual range is (bad). RSRQ — Specifies signal quality and generally reaches -19.5dB (bad) to -3dB (good).  Rest assured, at smartboosters you’ll be sure to enjoy high speed LTE 4G data signal reliability.

4. Mast / Tower Of Network Provider Being Saturated 

The cheaper your data rates, the more users on the tower. Actually, the saturation of the tower depends on the band. Higher frequency often penetrates structures / properties far less than lower frequencies. In general, this results in reduced overload in the higher frequency bands. You can reach less crowded bands with the help of our external antennas connected directly into any of our signal boosters.

5. Mimo Antennas & Signal Boosters

Both the tower and your LTE/5G system employ several antennas to raise data speeds by about 30 percent in a setup dubbed “Multiple Input Multiple Output.” Most mobile signal boosters are “Single Input Single Output” (SISO) – however you may install a MIMO booster with a two way system.

How To Significantly Improve Your LTE 4G Signal?

1. For a quick overview of our full LTE 4G signal booster range click here.
2. Should you wish to boost signal on all networks for the LTE 4G data only in a small area up to 250sqm in an office building or in a house of two rooms next to each other with very thin walls, please click here for option 1 and option 2.
3. To boost all networks for 2G phone calls, sms & LTE 4G data all at once for up to 250sqm, you can click here.
4. The most exciting option though is our Triband that literally covers everything from 2G, 3G & LTE 4G for up to 250sqm. To view more, click here.
5. The next step up will be our 500sqm LTE 4G Signal Boosters, click here for option 1 and option 2.
6. To boost all networks for 2G phone calls, sms & LTE 4G data all at once for up to 500sqm, you can click here.
7. For our 500sqm Triband, 2G, 3G & LTE 4G Signal Booster, please click here.
8. You can click here for our 1000sqm LTE 4G Signal Booster.
9. To boost all networks for 2G phone calls, sms & LTE 4G data all at once for up to 1000sqm, you can click here for option 1 and option 2.
10.  For our 1000sqm Triband, 2G, 3G & LTE 4G Signal Booster, please click here.
11. You will find our full range of 2500sqm and 5000sqm here.

Should you have any queries, please feel free to contact us at any time.

We hope that you have found this article to be informative and to some value.