01-18-2023 07:29 AM
Hi all - I'm visiting Canada soon and wanting to purchase a prepaid SIM to use for calls and data while travelling.
Just wanting to confirm though that my phone will work without issues on the Telus network - hoping that maybe the knowledgeable folk on here might be able to comment.
I'm mainly concerned about 4G LTE compatibility, and as far as I can gather, Telus uses these LTE bands across the country: B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B17 and B29
I have an iPhone 14 Pro - however my version of this phone (unlike the Canadian domestic model) is missing B29.
Would anyone here be able to comment on whether this will impact on my coverage and/or data speeds?
I will mostly be in regional areas of BC, but also a bit of time in Alberta (mainly around Calgary).
Any insight will be greatly appreciated!
01-18-2023 11:16 AM
If you have an iPhone, you'll likely not run into issues. Band 29 is used in some rural areas but not many. Most Telus towers in BC/Alberta primarily use AWS (B4) for LTE. Band 2 and 5 can also be found on most towers. I haven't seen a single tower that is only band 29.