2G

British

abbreviation

second-generation; a system for mobile phones, characterized by digital technology, internet access, and a short-message service

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"This area is so remote, there's no life guarding services up there at all," Pearce told local radio 2G.

From Barron's ● Nov. 26, 2025

Older phones, and phones connected to 2G or 3G networks, will not receive the message.

From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2025

Operating expenses rose 8% in the fourth quarter because of higher energy costs and a provision related to value added tax on 2G licence payments in Bangladesh, the company said.

From Reuters ● Feb. 2, 2023

It was perfect to be in the opener of the Baker 2G video.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 22, 2022

Rockets chattering for a 2G brake and directional control, they plunged through the F1 stratum, losing Sol behind the eastern rim of Terra.

From Fly By Night by Arthur Dekker Savage

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