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The LTE spoils won't go to all comers, though. Add to that the planned buildout of an LTE network, part of which encompasses a migration of MetroPCS spectrum (merger pending) into its own LTE holdings, and you're looking at a very bright future for an operator widely considered to be both an underdog and value provider. Additionally, a $4 billion modernization program is already underway aimed at updating ( not increasing) the network's existing cell sites and enhancing HSPA+ signal strength with better antennas and hardware. Already, T-Mobile's begun to refarm its 1900MHz spectrum, surprising and delighting iPhone owners on the network with sudden access to 4G (HSPA+) speeds - this, the result of freed up 2G spectrum.
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Which, if you've been keeping close tabs on Magenta's LTE plans, falls right on schedule with its previously announced 2013 deployment timeline.īut that's just the beginning of a greater transition for the network. Starting today, an over-the-air update will begin rolling out to existing Galaxy Note II handsets that enables the previously dormant LTE radio. Now, as it nears the completion of a merger of its own devising with MetroPCS, the operator's gearing up to make good on its LTE promise. All of which pushed the last place carrier into a stronger competitive standing. As a consequence of the failed merger, the fourth place wireless carrier received AWS spectrum in over 100 markets, a cash payout in the billions and an extensive roaming agreement with Ma Bell. AT&T's failed acquisition was the best thing to ever happen to T-Mobile.