5G at Videotron

5G+ is the evolution of the 5G network, providing access—under favourable conditions—to faster data transmission speeds. Only some cell phone models have access to 5G+, in areas where 5G is already available.

It’s the abbreviation for the 5th generation of wireless connectivity. It follows four previous generations that each contributed in their own way to improving our connected life.

5G will allow us to access new features by enhancing, for example, the development of connected objects and virtual reality. This will open up a new world of possibilities, as devices will work better together and with us to provide improved protection, prevention, performance optimization, etc.

More and more of the new mobile phone models are compatible with Videotron’s 5G network. Like previous generations, 5G will eventually be available on all the usual devices, and even on new types of devices and a wide variety of connected objects used for commercial and personal purposes.

Videotron offers 5G-compatible mobile phones from several major brands. Check them out!

In Québec, Videotron has deployed its 5G network in Montréal and several areas of the South Shore and North Shore, in and around Québec City and Lévis, in and around Sherbrooke in the Eastern Townships, and in the Saguenay and Jonquière areas in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean.

In Canada, the cities of Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and their surrounding areas are also covered by the 5G network.

Videotron plans to gradually extend its 5G and 5G+ coverage to its entire network over the next few years.

To develop the 5G network, a number of small antennas need to be installed in strategic locations to provide ultrafast speed. These small antennas could be placed on urban property and on the walls of some buildings. The antenna layout will be determined in close collaboration with local authorities.

Consumers’ and businesses’ demands and needs are constantly evolving, and technology can help meet those in whole or in part. 5G will provide progressively more features that will improve our daily lives and allow us to make major breakthroughs. Whether it’s making video calls to multiple people or watching movies on your mobile, every technological advance from 1G to 4G has brought improvements to our connected life, and 5G will lead to even more.

In addition to enabling access to an ultrafast, ultra reliable network, the arrival of 5G technology will also increase the amount of innovative connected and entertainment objects available. If you work in the areas of online gaming, virtual reality, or home automation, 5G will help you optimize the value of your products and services in the long run. It will also be at the root of technological advancements, providing businesses with better management of processes, inspections, or remote operations.