What is Data?

Data

Is a unit of information, typically measured in Megabytes (MB) or Gigabytes (GB), that devices such as smartphones and tablets use to communicate with the U.S. Cellular network.

Data Usage

Is the amount of data used during each billing cycle. Data usage occurs whenever you stream, download, upload, e-mail, use apps, or view web pages while connected to the U.S. Cellular network.

4G LTE™

4G LTE™ is actually two different terms that are often combined into one.

4G
Is the fourth and latest generation technology for data access over cellular networks.
LTE
Stands for Long Term Evolution, and is a protocol for wireless high-speed data communications.

Combined together, 4G LTE means you'll enjoy the fastest data speed available within our network.