T-Mobile customers using old devices will be happy after carrier's latest announcement

T-Mobile customers using old devices will be happy after carrier’s latest announcement،

While most modern smartphones released today support 5G, many people still use 2G phones. Verizon and AT&T have already shut down their 2G networks, and T-Mobile originally planned to do the same on April 2. The operator has now changed its mind.

The operator has already destroyed its own and Sprint's 3G networks, as well as the latter's LTE network. If you're wondering why 3G was abandoned before 2G, it's because in addition to many feature phones, millions of IoT devices such as coke machines and legacy industrial applications still use 2G.

For anyone still clinging to regular phones, this is great news. That said, T Mobile sooner or later it will kill the technology introduced in the early 1990s.

Another reason why worried users shouldn't get too comfortable with this news is that the service will start to deteriorate before the impending shutdown. T Mobile notes in the update T Mobile Network evolution article that some 2G sites will be dismantled before full retirement, affecting capacity and coverage.

Although we haven't set an exact date yet, we will let you know in advance when we plan to retire T-Mobile's legacy 2G (GSM) network. Please note that as we work toward this retirement, T-Mobile 2G (GSM) network capacity and coverage will change as some 2G (GSM) sites will cease to exist prior to complete network retirement.

2G devices are not compatible with 4G and 5G networks. If you leave your device after shutdown, it may not receive signals and impact your ability to call 911, among other things.

While some users may be tempted to keep their 2G phone because they are used to it, T Mobile is doing everything in its power to make the transition as smooth as possible. The company will waive SIM and Device Connectivity (DDC) fees, as well as all associated taxes for those purchasing a new device.