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Connectivity
air interface
The radio method a device uses to communicate with a cellular network.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
The air interface is the radio technology and protocol a device uses to talk to a cell tower, such as LTE or 5G NR, defining modulation and channel access.
See cellular.
Where air interface Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is air interface?
The radio method a device uses to communicate with a cellular network.
What terms are related to air interface?
Related Connectivity terms include upload speed, latency network.