Tech 5G networks are not shining. But with new phones from Samsung and Apple, could this be 5G’s year? August 17, 2020 Jefferson Graham, USA TODAY Comments Off on 5G networks are not shining. But with new phones from Samsung and Apple, could this be 5G’s year? 5G is available nationally, but it's still spotty and not everywhere. Verizon has what it says is the fastest service, but only in sections of town.