Short for "3rd generation mobile telecommunications", 3G generically refers to a set of standards for mobile phones and mobile telecommunications services. Often used when referring to a 3G mobile data connection.
Short for "3rd generation mobile telecommunications", 3G generically refers to a set of standards for mobile phones and mobile telecommunications services. The standard includes provisions for voice, internet, video calls, and mobile TV transmission, but is often used as a shorthand when referring to a 3G mobile data connection.