# 5G Connectivity Expansions Verizon's 5G Network Will Expand into Four New Cities By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verizons-5g-network References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/31/20748373/verizon-5g-atlanta-detroit-indianapolis-washington-dc-coverage-launch) & [verizon](https://www.verizon.com/about/news/four-more-us-cities-experience-5g-ultra-wideband-service) [Verizon's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verizon-5g-home-internet-service) 5G network will be expanded into four new cities, which include Atlanta, Detroit, Indianapolis, and lastly Washington, DC. This brings Verizon's total number of 5G cities to nine. The already existing 5G networks were located in Denver, Providence, St. Paul, Minneapolis as well as Chicago. Verizon's 5G network is said to expand to a total of 30 cities by the end of 2019. However 5G connectivity does not entirely cover the cities in which it was made available. Notably, Verizon released the areas of Washington DC where users can access 5G connectivity. 5G connectivity is the next step forward for [smartphone technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-k32-smartphone) that will provide users with exceptional mobile speeds. Verizon is making strides to be an industry leader in rolling out 5G connectivity across the United States. Image Credit: Verizon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **5G Connectivity:** The expansion of Verizon's 5G network into new cities showcases the growing trend of increased connectivity and faster mobile speeds. - **City Expansion:** Verizon's plan to expand its 5G network to a total of 30 cities by the end of 2019 highlights the trend of cities becoming more technologically advanced and connected. - **Industry Competition:** The race to become an industry leader in rolling out 5G connectivity drives competition among telecommunications companies, creating opportunities for innovation and disruption. ### Who This Affects Most - **Telecommunications:** The expansion of 5G networks presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the telecommunications industry to provide faster and more reliable mobile connectivity. - **Smartphone Technology:** The implementation of 5G connectivity in more cities opens up opportunities for smartphone technology companies to develop new products and services that leverage faster mobile speeds. - **City Infrastructure:** The expansion of 5G networks in cities requires infrastructure development, creating opportunities for construction and technology companies to disrupt traditional city planning methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Network-Enabled Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-enabled-cars.md) - [SME-Targeted 5G Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-site-5g.md) - [Accessible 5G Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-30-v-5g-smartphone.md) - [Next-Generation Internet Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comcast-10g.md) - [AR-Enhancing Neck Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-xr-neckband.md) - [5G-Enabled Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-edge-5g.md) - [5G-Enabled e-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-ebike.md) - [Next-Gen Mobile Modems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-x80.md) - [AI-Powered 5G Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-x70.md)