Satellite operators that previously used C-band 5G spectrum have finished clearing Verizon’s share of it four months ahead of schedule, allowing the carrier to begin boosting speed and capacity in existing markets while expanding C-band 5G to rural areas. Verizon spokesperson Karen Schultz said that while this upgrade should push best-case 5G download speeds past 2Gbps, the more noticeable upgrade should surface “in major gathering areas where customers have traditionally experienced congestion”. #verizonbusiness #5g