5G will start to live up to its hype in 2021 -- for real this time The technology's coverage will be broader. Devices will be cheaper. And we might start seeing applications that tap into 5G's benefits. The rise of 5G and foldable phones invigorated the mobile industry, setting the stage for a big 2020. Then the novel coronavirus pandemic hit. The world, and phone sales, screeched to a halt. But the funny thing is, in the midst of a global crisis, phone sales bounced back. As the virus was contained, and Asia opened back up, millions of customers in places like China scooped up new 5G phones . Handset makers held virtual events and introduced a wave of 5G phones, and carriers rolled out their networks. 5G sales in 2020 ended up being nearly as strong as expected before the pandemic even began, partly thanks to Apple and the introduction of a full lineup of 5G iPhone 12 models . This was supposed to be the year 5G went mainstream , of consumers seeking out the tec
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