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[The Signal](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/the-signal) 2. Category:[Internet Devices](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/the-signal/category/internet-devices) [Internet DevicesCategory](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/the-signal/category/internet-devices) # What Is A 5G Gateway Published: June 26, 2023 |3 min read While the majority of us (55%) will have soon "cut the cord" with our cable providers1 in favor of streaming content online-a lot of people are still on the hook with their cable company for home internet.  Getty Images/iStockphoto #### Jump to a Section 1. [What is 5G?](https://www.t-mobile.com#1) 2. [Why do I need a 5G gateway?](https://www.t-mobile.com#2) 3. [How do I get a 5G gateway in my home?](https://www.t-mobile.com#3) 4. [Can I try 5G Home Internet before I commit?](https://www.t-mobile.com#4) - Share "What Is A 5G Gateway" on X - Share "What Is A 5G Gateway" on Facebook - Share "What Is A 5G Gateway" on LinkedIn Let's face it: staying connected at home isn't just a luxury anymore-it's a necessity. Whether you're among the 45% of American households who has someone working remotely 2, one of the 23% who has someone taking classes online2, or you just love to connect to your favorite content 24/7-it's no wonder 5G has become a big buzz word in home internet arena. For example, T-Mobile, America's fastest growing [Home Internet](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet) provider, has begun rolling out [5G Home Internet](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/the-signal/speed/is-5g-home-internet-faster-than-regular-wi-fi) across the country, which means over 50 million homes nationwide are now eligible for T-Mobile Home Internet3. Así que es natural que muchas personas tengan preguntas sobre cómo funciona todo esto. ¿Qué es 5G? ¿Qué es un dispositivo gateway? ¿Qué es wifi 6? ¿Y cómo funciona todo junto para llevar Internet residencial móvil a tu hogar? Let's take a look. ## __What is 5G?__ 5G is the fifth generation of wireless network technology. Generalmente, cuando pensamos en términos como 3G, 4G y 5G, los relacionamos con la tecnología de telefonía móvil, porque para eso se han usado principalmente hasta ahora. However, advances in 5G technology4 can also be leveraged for things like wireless home internet. That's why a company you once only used to power your mobile device may also be able to power your home internet, so you can watch your favorite shows, browse the web, host virtual meetings, and stay connected-no bundles of wires required. ## __Why do I need a 5G gateway?__ A 5G gateway is the means by which 5G home internet is delivered to your home. In the past, you may have needed a network of cables for a [modem and router](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/the-signal/internet-devices/how-to-connect-router-to-a-modem) in order to get home internet. Un gateway 5G es diferente porque la conexión es móvil. For example, T-Mobile's [5G gateway device](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/gateway) uses Wi-Fi 6, which is the next generation of Wi-Fi technology, and is compatible with T-Mobile's nationwide 5G network. Once you [sign up for a plan](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/plans), the 5G gateway is delivered to your home. Sin instalaciones complicadas. Sin cables coaxiales ni técnicos para instalarlos. Solo necesitas un enchufe. Se administra a través de la app T-Mobile Home Internet que puedes bajar en tu teléfono o computadora. Once you [download the app](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/app), you scan a barcode on your 5G gateway, [find a good spot](https://youtu.be/QsTxXOc6i18) in the room, and [get connected](https://youtu.be/5jEjs8N7380) in under 15 minutes. ## __How do I get a 5G gateway in my home?__ Since 5G is comparatively easy to set up, switching seems like a no-brainer for those of us longing to cut the cord. 5G Home Internet isn't available everywhere yet, but network capacity is expanding all the time. You can check to [see if it's available](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/eligibility) in your area right now. ## __Can I try 5G Home Internet before I commit?__ Before you make the switch, T-Mobile lets you [try out](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/get-started) 5G Home Internet for 15 days to see if it works for you. Why not [make the switch today](https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet)? Cancelación dentro de los 15 días posteriores a la activación del servicio de Internet residencial. Oferta por tiempo limitado; sujeta a cambio. Se requiere nueva línea de Internet residencial y devolución oportuna del gateway. Reintegro a través de un crédito único en la factura. Máx. de 1/cuenta. Es posible que no pueda combinarse con otras ofertas o descuentos. Sources: 1. [https://techjury.net/blog/cord-cutting-statistics/](https://techjury.net/blog/cord-cutting-statistics) 2. [https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/press-releases/connectivity-and-mobile-trends.html](https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/press-releases/connectivity-and-mobile-trends.html) 3. [https://es.t-mobile.com/news/red/internet-5g-residencial-de-tmobile-se-expande-en-el-noreste](https://es.t-mobile.com/news/red/internet-5g-residencial-de-tmobile-se-expande-en-el-noreste) 4. 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