Sprint Next-Gen Network and 5G News
Network Key Facts
- No one beats Sprint for fastest average download speeds in 105 cities1
- Sprint has biggest increase in download speeds vs. competitors: 140%2
- LTE Advanced is nationwide delivering up to 2X faster speeds than before and Gigabit Class LTE available in more than 270 markets3
- More licensed mobile broadband spectrum than any other U.S. carrier
- Launching mobile 5G network in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and Kansas City in May, followed by Houston, LA, NYC, Phoenix, Washington, D.C. in the first half of 2019
1Analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data average download speeds from 10/1/18 to 12/31/18 for all mobile results.
2Sprint’s analysis of Nielsen’s Drive Test data in the top 106 markets for GET3 speeds (10 seconds 1GB parallel file download testing network capability) comparing 2017 D1 to latest drives (completed from 8/18 to 12/18)
3Compared with Sprint 4G LTE. Req. gigabit-class device.
Today Sprint offers its best coverage ever, with reliability customers can count on. Sprint LTE Advanced is now available nationwide, delivering up to 2x faster speeds than before to customers with capable devices. And, Sprint offers Gigabit-class LTE in more than 300 cities. With its Next-Gen Network investment, Sprint is unlocking the power of its spectrum assets to improve coverage, reliability and speed across its nationwide network and launch its mobile 5G network in nine top U.S. markets in the first half of 2019. At launch, Sprint's total initial 5G footprint will cover more than 1,000 square miles across all nine cities offering true mobility for its on-the-go customers. Sprint 5G will enable incredible new connections to people and things, services and opportunities that will allow our customers to live a better life. This includes powering new experiences for wireless customers, from gaming and entertainment services, to IoT and business applications.
Latest Updates
Sprint Wins Three Mobile Breakthrough Awards for Innovative 5G Massive MIMO and SpiderCloud Small-Cell Technologies
For the second year in a row, Mobile Breakthrough has recognized Sprint (NYSE: S) with awards for outstanding mobile products.
Sprint Update: Hurricane Michael
Sprint continues its work on restoration following Hurricane Michael.
Sprint Network is Most Improved and #1 in 123 Cities in Download Speeds
New quarterly data from Ookla® is here, and I'm excited to share Speedtest Intelligence® results showing continued improvement in our network performance. In fact, Sprint had its best-ever showing with the fastest average download speed in 123 cities.
Video: Sprint and Nokia demonstrate 5G NR connection over Massive MIMO
Sprint and Nokia recently reached a big milestone in 5G New Radio (NR) development. Together the companies were the first to show a live demonstration in the U.S. of a 5G NR connection over a dual mode-capable Massive MIMO radio, bringing this revolutionary technology one step closer to reality.
Associated Carrier Group, Sprint and Competitive Carriers Association Support Regional Carriers with Improved Access to Devices
Associated Carrier Group (ACG), Sprint and Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) are collaborating to offer Device Hub services to ACG members, providing regional and smaller carriers with a one-stop solution for timely access to devices.
L.A. Story: A Sprint 5G-Ready Cell Site in Action
We recently hosted a network “premiere” with our CTO Dr. John Saw, showcasing one of Sprint’s first live 5G-ready Massive MIMO cell sites, in one of the first markets where we’ll launch 5G – Los Angeles.
Sprint Updates Related to Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence is a serious storm and Sprint will continue to closely watch its path. Preparations have been underway over the last several days to identify recovery resources (such as equipment, fuel, generators, etc.) and their availability in the area.
Sprint Announces Faster, More Powerful and Smaller Sprint Magic Box
Sprint is bringing more magic and speed to its award-winning line of all-wireless small cells with the introduction of the Sprint Magic Box Generation 3.
Sprint and Nokia first to demonstrate in the U.S. a 5G NR connection over Massive MIMO
Mobile World Congress Americas -- Nokia and Sprint will show the first live demonstration in the U.S. of a 5G New Radio (NR) connection over a dual mode-capable Massive MIMO radio, bringing this revolutionary technology one step closer to reality.
Sprint Updates Related to Tropical Storm Gordon
Right on the heels of Hurricane Lane last month, Sprint is once again ready to respond to yet another major storm - Gordon.