GSMA's State of Mobile Internet Connectivity Report 2023 finds that 57% of the world's population, about 4.6 billion people, used mobile internet by end of 2022, while 38% live in areas with coverage but no usage. The report notes that 90% of the Earth's population has 4G coverage but only 32% has 5G, with South Asia accounting for three-quarters of global 5G expansion.
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38% of the global population resides in areas where mobile internet is available but remains unused
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while over 80% of the population is aware of mobile internet, awareness levels are notably lower among women and individuals residing in rural areas
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While 90% of the Earth’s population is covered by 4G, only 32% have access to 5G coverage
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While 90% of the Earth’s population is covered by 4G, only 32% have access to 5G coverage
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The Mobile Connectivity Index identifies India as the leading country in South Asia, with 99% of the population covered by mobile internet.
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However, only 60% of the covered population has access to mobile broadband services.
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