Help 3G and H

[Dave L]

Hi

I have the network mode set to gsm/wcdma auto.
I always have 3G showing for the connection but as soon as I start using data like checking mail, browsing etc. the 3G changes to H. As soon as the data use stops it switches back to 3G.

I have 3G right now typing this post but when I hit Submit it'll change to H while it uploads.

Can anyone explain what's going on. Do I have an issue?
Thanks

 

[Harry2]

"3G is a group of technologies for mobile communications while HSDPA is an extension of the 3G technologies to provide faster speeds"

http://www.differencebetween.net/technology/difference-between-3g-and-hsdpa/

On your phone, H means HSDPA

Harry

 

[coos lick]

So essentially the phone uses the most appropriate data connection for the task in hand. 3g for background stuff, then switching to higher speed H for more data intensive stuff. Have I got that right?

 

[Camel Chops]

Coos lick - yep, that's exactly right!