Yes, Verizon is actively working on updates and improvements to its 5G network. These include expanding its 5G network to more users, enhancing network performance, and introducing new technologies[3].
Key Updates and Improvements:
* 5G Expansion Verizon is expanding its 5G Ultra Wideband network, aiming to provide faster and more reliable connections to more than 280 million people[3]. As part of the "DAF Long Term Evolution 5G Initiative", Verizon plans to bring 5G connectivity to 84 Air Force and Space Force installations by 2028. This includes rolling out 4G and 5G enhancements at 35 U.S. Air Force bases in 2025[1].
* Network Performance Enhancements Verizon is deploying its 5G Standalone (SA) Core to improve network performance, enabling faster speeds, lower latency, and network slicing capabilities[3]. In lab tests, Verizon, Samsung, and MediaTek demonstrated 5G speeds of 5.5 gigabits per second[9]. Verizon is integrating 5G Advanced technologies to build a more intelligent and efficient network that can support emerging technologies and applications, and proactively preparing its network for AI workloads[3].
* Technology and Spectrum Verizon is utilizing its spectrum bands, including C-band, CBRS, and millimeter wave, to increase capacity and efficiency[5]. The company has deployed 60 MHz of C-band in major markets and will have an average of 161 MHz nationwide once the second tranche is ready[5]. Verizon is also working to enhance its high-band 5G coverage by partnering with companies that create 5G extenders and repeaters[4].
* Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Verizon expects to gain 4 million to 5 million fixed wireless access subscribers by the end of 2025, using underused capacity to drive new revenue streams[5].
Citations:
[1] https://www.fierce-network.com/wireless/verizon-4g-and-5g-take-35-us-airforce-bases-2025
[2] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/verizons-5g-network-is-live-heres-what-its-like-to-use/
[3] https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-has-best-5g-network-america
[4] https://www.pcmag.com/news/what-is-5g
[5] https://cenerva.com/5G-news/verizon-expects-4-5m-fixed-wireless-customers-by-the-end-of-2025/
[6] https://www.theregister.com/2025/01/08/usaf_picks_verizon_network/
[7] https://www.fierce-network.com/wireless/delloro-5g-sa-2025
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvxYDcedvzA
[9] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/01/07/3005553/0/en/Verizon-shatters-speed-barriers-with-5-5-Gbps-breakthrough.html