1G, or first-generation, mobile phones were incredibly slow by today's standards. They were primarily designed for voice calls and had extremely limited data capabilities. Data speeds on 1G networks typically ranged from 2.4kbps to 9.6kbps, which is significantly slower than dial-up internet connections.
To put this into perspective:
- Downloading a single song: Could take hours, if not days.
- Browsing the internet: Was nearly impossible due to the extremely slow speed.
- Sending a text message: Was not a feature available on 1G phones.
1G phones were mainly used for voice calls and had very limited functionality compared to modern smartphones.
