Upgrade your fleet management solutions
and maximize the benefits of the latest cellular services.
Most providers have retired their 3G network in favor of 4G LTE and 5G networks. By upgrading your telematics devices equipped with the latest technologies, you'll benefit from improved network coverage, reliable data connections, faster data speeds, expanded hardware options, more reliable connections, and reduced latency.
Year Introduced
2001
Technology
UMTS,WCDMA
Average Speed
2 mbps
3G Characteristics
Year Introduced
2009
Technology
LTE
Average Speed
25 mbps
4G Characteristics
Year Introduced
2018
Technology
MIMO, mm Waves
Average Speed
200-400 mbps
5G Characteristics
Verizon Wireless – Indefinite:
Completed December 31, 2022
AT&T (includes Cricket Wireless)
Completed February 2022
T-Mobile US (Includes Sprint)
Completed July 1, 2022
GCI Wireless (Operates only in Alaska)
No information on 3G shutdown
Liberty Latin America (formally AT&T)
Completed February 22, 2022
Claro
Completed February 2022
T-Mobile (includes previous Sprint network, includes Metro by T-Mobile)
Completed April 2022
Viya (formerly Innovative VI)
No information on 3G shutdown
Rogers (includes Fido and Chatr)
Scheduled December 31, 2025
CCI Wireless
No information on date
Eastlink
Completed July 1, 2022
Ice Wireless
No information on 3G shutdown
Tbaytel
No date set for 3G shutdown
Xplornet
Completed June 30, 2021
Telus (includes Koodo and Public Mobile)
Scheduled December 31, 2025
Bell (includes MTS and Virgin Mobile)
Scheduled December 31, 2025
Freedom Mobile (Includes Shaw Mobile)
No information on 3G shutdown
Videotron
No date set for 3G shutdown
SaskTel
Completed July 5, 2017
Telcel
No date set on 3G shutdown
Moviestar
December 31, 2024
AT&T Mexico (includes Unefon)
December 31, 2024
Upgrade Your Fleet Telematics Devices
Many major network carriers across North America have already completed their 5G network roll-outs, and have increased available bandwidth by sunsetting the 3G network. Work with a partner that understands these network technologies and upgrade your equipment to take full advantage of the high-speed 5G network. We can help you select the right carrier and solution for your telematics needs.
Schedule a demo todayCheck with your telematics provider to see if your fleet has 3G or 4G LTE devices installed in vehicles.
If you are still relying on 3G devices, determine how many devices need to be upgraded.
See how you can leverage this opportunity to improve your operations with the latest in fleet management software and equipment.
Plan out the switch by scheduling times to pull vehicles off the road for equipment upgrade, installations, and additional training for the new telematics equipment.
Consider video telematics for added visibility and improved safety measures instead of just GPS tracking.
If your current provider doesn’t offer 4G LTE connectivity, consider using the opportunity to switch to a new telematics provider.
Forward Thinking Systems offers exceptional fleet tracking and management solutions that evolve with emerging technology so you can easily expand services as needed. All our equipment is selected with longevity and scalability in mind to ensure that you get the most out of your investment.
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