5G is the latest and greatest in wireless technology, promising faster speeds and better connectivity than ever before. But what if you’re not sold on the hype? What if you’re more concerned about battery life and network availability? In that case, you might want to consider turning off 5G on your Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, or S21 Ultra.
There are a few reasons why you might want to do this. For one, 5G uses a lot of battery life. If you’re not in an area with good 5G coverage, your phone may be constantly searching for a signal, which can drain your battery even faster. Additionally, 5G isn’t available everywhere, and even when it is, it may not always be faster than LTE or 3G. Finally, for most day-to-day tasks, you don’t need the extra speed that 5G provides.
If you’re interested in turning off 5G on your Galaxy S21, here’s how to do it:
1. Swipe down on the top of your phone to access the Quick Settings menu.
2. Tap on the gear icon to open the Settings app.
3. Scroll down and select “Connections.”
4. Tap on “Mobile networks.”
5. Finally, select “Network mode.”
From here, you’ll see four different options: 5G/LTE/3G/2G, LTE/3G/2G, 5G/4G LTE/3G, and 5G/LTE. Select the one that works best for you based on your carrier’s network coverage, your phone usage, and your battery life concerns.
It’s worth noting that not all carriers allow you to disable 5G, so your mileage may vary. However, if you’re on T-Mobile, you should be able to follow these steps with no problem. Additionally, this process should work on any Galaxy S21 series phone, regardless of carrier.
In the end, whether or not you turn off 5G is up to you. But if you’re looking for ways to extend your battery life or prefer the reliability of older network technologies, this is a simple and effective solution.