5G service is here, but do you really need to get a 5G phone now? Bob O'Donnell. Special for USA TODAY. There are two different types of 5G -- and early phones will work with only one or the other.

To decide whether you need 5G in your next phone, consider how much you're willing to spend, how long you plan to hold onto your phone before upgrading and what type of coverage your carrier provides.

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But I do think in two to three years, when it's rolled out a good deal more, that's when people should really start thinking about buying and making sure that the phone that they buy has 5G.

T-Mobile's president of technology squashes hopes that today's phones will work with the upcoming ‘C-Band’ 5G networks.

What you need to do next to turn off 5G depends on your Android version and phone manufacturer. Here are some possible options for your device: Tap the toggle next to Allow 5G service .