A 3G eulogy

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🗓️ 3 February 2022

⏱️ 11 minutes

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Summary

3G networking revolutionized wireless internet connectivity two decades ago. Now, wireless companies are ridding themselves of the increasingly outdated technology to make way for faster wireless networks, especially 5G. But, what will be the ramifications of shutting down 3G, and who will this change affect the most? Read Rebecca Heilweil’s story: https://www.vox.com/recode/22912235/3g-shutting-down-att-verizon-tmobile Today’s episode was produced by Jon Ehrens, engineered by Melissa Pons, and hosted by Adam Clark Estes. Support Recode Daily by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:51.0	As we arrive at iPhones first birthday we're going to take it to the next level
0:57.0	and today we're introducing the iPhone 3G.
1:12.0	That's former Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiling the iPhone 3G back in 2008.
1:17.0	The 3G in the name is a big deal.
1:20.0	3G networks were fairly new at the time and the speed and reliability of the technology
1:25.0	completely revolutionized wireless connectivity.
1:28.0	And also it ushered in the smartphone era as we know it.
1:32.0	But as all things must pass wireless companies are in the process of shutting down any
1:37.0	and all of their remaining 3G networks to make room for the newer faster 5G.
1:48.0	Here to walk us through the death of 3G is recode reporter Rebecca Hyawyle.
1:53.0	Hi Rebecca.
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