The Verizon 5G launch is quickly approaching and it will offer faster wireless speeds to some customers.

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Here’s what we know about Verizon’s (NYSE:VZ) 5G launch plans.

• The Verizon 5G launch will take place on April 11.
• This will have the wireless company bringing the service to customers living in Chicago and Minneapolis
• However, the service will only be available in select parts of these cities at launch.
• The company also notes that it has plans to launch its 5G Ultra Wideband network to more than 30 U.S. cities throughout the year.
• To go along with the Verzon 5G launch, the company is also releasing an exclusive 5G moto mod.
• This device works with the moto z3 to upgrade it to use 5G networks instead of 4G networks.
• This will make the moto z3 the first smartphone that is capable of upgrading to the new network.
• Verizon is starting preorders for the 5G moto mod on March 14.
• A special offer allows customers to preorder the 5G motomod for just $50.
• The normal retail price for the this upgrade part is $349.99.
• Verizon requires customers to already own a moto z3, or buy one, when preordering the 5G moto mod.
• The company also has a special deal that gets customers a free moto z3 if they open a new line on a Verizon device payment plan on March 14.

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As of this writing, William White did not hold a position in any of the aforementioned securities.