Hi, It is a high-bandwidth radio technology intended for high-density locations, outside, stadiums, etc.
Here is the full response I received from ChatGPT. **Millimeter wave (mmWave)** is a type of 5G technology that operates at extremely high frequencies (24–100 GHz). It allows for **very fast data speeds** and **low latency**, but has **limited range** and is easily blocked by buildings or even your hand. ### Where mmWave is helpful: - **Dense urban areas** (e.g., stadiums, airports, downtowns) where many people need high-speed data. - **High-speed downloads or streaming** in areas with mmWave coverage. ### iPhone 16e context: If your acquaintance lives in or frequently visits areas with mmWave infrastructure (mostly in the U.S.), **a phone with mmWave support could offer faster 5G speeds**. Otherwise, **its absence won't matter much**, since most 5G coverage today uses lower-frequency bands with better range but slower speeds. -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Margaret Thomas Sent: Wednesday, 9 April, 2025 11:55 To: V iPhone list <[email protected]> Subject: mmWave technology Comparing iPhone 16E and SE 3 Hi, All: I haven't gotten to a Verizon store yet to look at an iPhone SE 3 and an iPhone 16E to possibly replace my SE 2, but, in addition to the differences someone kindly posted yesterday, I found something online: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/iphone-16e-vs-iphone-se-3-biggest-differences One of the things the article says is: "The iPhone 16e also sports Apple's new C1 modem, which was designed form the ground up for better efficiency. Just keep in mind that it doesn't support mmWave technology. It's sub-6 GHz." What is mmWave technology? As a non-techie and a blind person, would I miss it? Many thanks, Margaret -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: [email protected]. Your list owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at [email protected] The archives for this list can be searched at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/viphone/28dc542c-3b23-46d3-bd56-7ad617b0f2a8%40fastmail.com. -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: [email protected]. Your list owner is Cara Quinn - you can reach Cara at [email protected] The archives for this list can be searched at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "VIPhone" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/viphone/01a601dba972%24d28a0c70%24779e2550%24%40gmail.com.
