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What Is EDGE Cellphone Technology
EDGE is a faster version of GSM technology
By Adam Fendelman Adam Fendelman Writer University of Missouri-Columbia Adam Fendelman is a syndicated technology writer and senior web designer whose focus was on web analytics and web design among other things. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 1, 2021 Tweet Share Email Sigrid Olsson / Getty Images Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) is a speed and latency advancement in GSM technology. GSM, which stands for Global System for Mobile communications, reigns as the world’s most widely used cellphone technology. It is used by AT&T and T-Mobile. The competing mobile phone technology, CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) is used by Sprint, Verizon, and US Cellular. This is why many AT&T phones do not work with Verizon service and vice versa. The EDGE Advancement
EDGE is a faster version of GSM—a high-speed 3G technology that was built to the GSM standard. EDGE networks were designed to deliver multimedia applications such as streaming television, audio, and video to mobile phones at speeds of up to 384 Kbps. Although EDGE is three times as fast as GSM, its speed still pales in comparison to standard DSL and high-speed cable internet. The EDGE standard was first launched in the United States in 2003 by Cingular, which is now AT&T, and meant to expand upon the GSM standard. AT&T, T-Mobile, and Rogers Wireless in Canada all use EDGE networks. Other names for EDGE technology include IMT Single Carrier (IMT-SC), Enhanced GPRS (EGPRS), and Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution. EDGE Usage and Evolution
The original iPhone, which launched in 2007, is an example of an EDGE-compatible phone. Since that release, an enhanced version of EDGE has been developed. Evolved EDGE is more than twice as fast as original EDGE technology. FAQ Is EDGE a cellular network? No. EDGE is a technology similar to 4G or 5G, but it's not a cellular network like Verizon or AT&T. EDGE is also a GSM technology, so not all cellular providers support EDGE technology. Can you turn off EDGE? Yes. To turn off EDGE, you'll need to enable Airplane Mode on your device. When you enable Airplane mode, cellular connectivity is disabled, which means that technologies like EDGE, 4G, and 5G are temporarily turned off. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire What Do All Those Gs Mean in Wireless Service? 5G: The Latest News & Updates (October 2022) What Was 3G Wireless Technology? The 8 Best Cell Phone Plans of 2022 What is CDMA and How Does it Work? How to Unlock a Phone From Any Carrier What is TDMA? Understanding How a Mobile Network Works Where Is 5G Available in the US? (Updated for 2022) The 7 Best Prepaid Cell Phone Plans of 2022 GSM vs. EDGE vs. CDMA vs. TDMA The 7 Best Senior Cell Phone Plans of 2022 5G: Everything You Need to Know What Is TDMA and What Does It Do? 6G: What It Is & When to Expect It The 7 Best Family Cell Phone Plans of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies