There is currently a large rift in the realm of 4G internet connectivity, and it has to do with the various standards that are currently available. Event though each one has the goal of being faster than the others, there are striking similarities between them. There really is some merit to the argument that you really shouldn't get bogged down in analyzing the particulars because you could end up losing the forest for the trees. Instead, you should focus on breaking free of wires and signing up for a connection that's more practical for you.
In order to get your priorities straight, you're going to have to take a look at the standards that are available right now now. One standard, known as HSPA+, isn't actually a 4G technology since it is based on older 3G architecture. Nevertheless, it is often marketed as being a next generation connection because of the impressive transfer rates that it can achieve. The only problem is that it isn't expected to have continued growth like the other options. Another candidate is known as Long Term Evolution or LTE. Unlike HSPA+, it uses a more advanced network and is thus capable of achieving extremely high transfer rates in the future. Of all the standards currently available, this one is probably the fastest, but only by a thin margin. Finally, there is Wimax. Although mentioned last, it has actually been around the longest and currently enjoys an impressive amount of coverage. Like LTE, it is also expected to be even faster in the future, with expected transfer rates that would be more than triple the current rates. Thanks to the fact that it's based on next generation technology and it has been around the longest, many people decide to go with this option.
As you can see, you have a few solid standards to choose from. Although they are labeled differently and are based on somewhat different technologies, each one is going to deliver a 4G experience from your point of view. In other words, all of them cover the bases that matter when it comes to a cellular connectivity. For example, each one is going to give you access to the internet all throughout your city for the most part and each one is going to feature impressive transfer rates. You probably won't have any trouble downloading large files, uploading media to Facebook or Youtube, and streaming high definition video to your portable computing device. You'll also be able to use each connection in a mobile way. Whether in the back of a car, taxi, or bus, you'll be able to browse at full broadband speed as long as you're in the coverage area. Most of the time you'll also be able to make use of the 3G network if you're outside of the coverage area too, as most 4G internet providers can supply you with a modem that can connect to both.
Overall, there really isn't a lot to discuss when it comes to choosing a cellular internet provider because all the standards are going to be nearly indistinguishable from your point of view. The only thing you need to worry about is which one will have the most coverage and offer you the best deal.
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