What is LTE?
LTE (Long Term Evolution) stands for the 4th generation of telecommunications technology that delivers very high data speeds. With LTE, you can enjoy HDVideo Streaming, Video and voice calls, superfast downloads, online gaming and much more.
What can I do with 4G?
LTE offers faster download and upload speeds that will considerably improve your internet experience. With LTE you can stream music and video, upload and download faster. You can essentially use your mobile or tablet like a fixed line internet connection.
IS 4G THE SAME AS LTE?
Yes! LTE is also known as 4G, since it’s the 4th generation of telecommunications technology after 3G.
WHY DO I NEED TO GET LTE?
LTE offers faster download and upload speeds that will considerably improve your internet experience. With LTE you can stream music and video, upload and download faster. You can essentially use your mobile or tablet like a fixed line Internet connection.
HOW AM I CHARGED FOR 4GLTE?
With 4GLTE, you simply use your current data plan and you are charged according to your current plan rates.
HOW DO I CHECK FOR COVERAGE INFORMATION?
Coverage information is available online at www.mtnonline.com/4G.
DO 3G DATA PLANS WORK ON 4G?
Yes your regular data plans works on 2G, 3G and 4G.
WHAT DO I NEED TO CONNECT TO 4G/LTE?
You simply need a USIM, an LTE compatible device and be in an area covered by 4G.
HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE A USIM?
Simply text 4G to 131 from your mobile device. You will receive an SMS telling you if your SIM or device is 4G/LTE ready.
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WHERE CAN I GET A 4G DEVICE?
Visit the nearest MTN store or any phone store near you. be sure the device supports Band 7 (2600MHz).
I HAVE A 4G DEVICE AND USIM BUT I STILL CAN’T CONNECT.
First, check that your 4G device supports Band 7 (2600MHz). You can check the device specification on the internet before purchasing it.Next ensure you have turned on 4G under the phone network settings. If you still can’t connect, visit an MTN store for support or check out the 4G videos on the MTN website.
HOW WILL I KNOW THAT I AM CONNECTED TO 4G NETWORK ON MY MOBILE?
The 4G signal will be reflected on your 4G smartphone signal bar.
DO I NEED SPECIAL DATA PLANS FOR 4G?
No you don’t need any special data plan for 4G. All 2G and 3G voice and Data plans will work on 4G.
4G Bands and LTE Band Frequencies of Nigerian Networks
Apart from Glo, MTN, Airtel, and 9Mobile, other 4G Networks in Nigeria include NTel, InterC, Swift, Spectranet, and Smile.
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Network 4G LTE Bands Frequencies
MTN 7 and 20 2600MHz and 800MHz
9Mobile 3 1800MHz
Glo 28 700MHz
Airtel 3 1800MHz
NTel 8 and 3 900MHz and 1800MHz
Smile 20 800MHz
InterC 20 800MHz
Spectranet 40 2300MHz
Swift 40 2300MHz
Now that we know the 4G LTE networks in Nigeria, let us take a look at best 4G phones you can buy right now.
List of Best 4G Phones
Phone Model 4G Network SupportSamsung Galaxy Note 8 MTN, 9Mobile, Glo Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
iPhone X MTN, 9Mobile, Glo Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Samsung Galaxy S8 MTN, 9Mobile, Glo, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
iPhone 8 Plus MTN, Glo Mobile, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Huawei Mate 10 MTN, 9Mobile, Glo Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Tecno Phantom 8 MTN, Glo Mobile, Airtel, 9Mobile, NTel, InterC, Smile
Infinix Zero 5 Pro MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, Smile, InterC
Tecno Phantom 6 Plus MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
iPhone 7 MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, Glo, NTel, InterC, Smile
Samsung Galaxy S7 MTN, 9Mobile, Glo, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Above are some of the best 4G Phones you can buy in Nigeria right now. From the list it is clear that MTN, Airtel, and 9Mobile supports all the best 4G phones. Glo Mobile is the only one of the big four 4G networks in Nigeria with limited support, though more LTE phones now supports Glo.
In fact, most cheap Android phones do not support the awkward band 28 (700MHz) that Glo Mobile offers. This means that some Infinix phones and Tecno phones do not support 4G LTE on Glo Mobile.
Note that although some phones here do not support 4G LTE on Glo Mobile, they will support 3G HSPA+ and GSM on Glo. This means you can use all these 4G phones on Glo Mobile. However, you cannot enjoy the faster 4G LTE speeds.
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Phone Model 4G Network Support
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Plus MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Tecno Camon CM MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Nokia 3 MTN, Glo Mobile, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Tecno Camon CX Air MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, Glo Mobile, InterC, Smile
Nokia 2 MTN, Glo Mobile, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Fero Royale X2 MTN, Glo Mobile, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel
Infinix Hot 4 Pro MTN, 9Mobile, Airtel, NTel, InterC, Smile
Above is a list of some of the best 4G phones in Nigeria for different budgets. The list is by no means exhaustive.
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