Experts say the 5G rollout may be disappointing, but ultimately consumers should view it as an ever-evolving update and not a replacement for the networks we currently have.

Although it’s been a few years since the introduction of “5G networks,” carriers still seem to be offering limited coverage. In addition, new reports show that the adoption of mmWave 5G, the most advanced form of 5G currently available, is extremely low.

While it’s easy to look at the current state of 5G and despair, experts say you shouldn’t focus too much on where things stand. Instead, view 5G as a way for carriers to take the network you already have to new levels. Yes, it will take time, but it could be on a stronger footing when it finally reaches its potential.

“There are three main factors for the slow 5G rollout we’re seeing right now: technology limitations, field trials, and global standardization,” Pratik Jain, a mobile networking expert, told Lifewire in an email. “However, the slow rollout isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as it allows what would be difficult, if not impossible, to happen with a fast rollout. It also allows us to learn, build, and implement new technologies without disrupting the existing 4G network.”