Unlocked iphone 4s on tmobile needs 3g t apple community. Mobile coverage at your location on 5g, 4g, 3g and 2g. Again, while back in my home area, i called tmobile support, explained the situation, and asked why there had been no notification of the removal of 2g 3g service in that area, why there was no information on the tmobile web site warning users of the removal of service. This means that you can choose a customized plan based on your usage, rather than wasting. This tool provides highlevel estimates of our wireless coverage. Tmo cto neville ray says that tmobile has added lowband lte to dozens of cell sites in. This interactive maps shows t mobile and sprint coverage after the two companies complete a merger. While these speeds are slower than 4g, they still typically support voice calls, texting, and may allow some internet browsing. Allows cellulardata use over the lte or 4g network when available.
Oct 24, 2018 another lowband lte expansion from t mobile is official. You can compare carrier coverage maps at wirefly, or tmobile cell phone plans. Check your service and support coverage apple support. Allows cellulardata use over the 3g network when available. Tmobile 3g 4g 5g in phoenix coverage map, united states. Jan 04, 2018 if verizon is the least bit worried about tmobile catching up to it in terms of coverage, its not letting on to that in any significant way. Network coverage in maldives 2g3g4g mobile networks. When you say lousy coverage do you mean the speeds are slow. The maps below display t mobile s coverage in the united states, canada, and mexico. There is no such thing in the us as an unlocked iphone 3gs, at least not an officially unlocked one. I should also note that i don t think that t mobile actually has 3g, as when my 4g drops, it always goes to 2g rather than 3g, and i had service with them before 4g was introduced and i don t ever remember them advertising 3g. Saw great lte signal strength, but absolutely no gsm 2g3g.
As with all mobile carriers, if 4g signals are not available, a users phone will instead connect to 3g or 2g, if available. Comparison with a network monitor app, verizon works much, much better. Feb 04, 2012 in order for me to use an iphone 3gs on tmobile, what would i need to do other than buy the iphone unlocked. Im not sure how this would work for the data on an iphone, so you might look into that. For international service, apple may repair or replace your iphone and iphone parts with a comparable iphone model or parts that comply with local standards. The maps below display tmobiles coverage in the united states, canada, and mexico. So, the next time i was in the area, there was still no voice service. I purchased an unlocked 4s to use with my tmobile sim. Sprint mobile 2g3g coverage map 3g sprint coverage map 2019. May 02, 2017 tmobile will begin deploying 5g coverage in 2019. The state of maryland is broadly covered by both 3g and 4g lte technology. The iphone 5 was the first model to support lte and all models newer than the iphone 5 support lte.
This map represents the coverage of t mobile 2g, 3g, 4g and 5g mobile network in phoenix. For years, tmobile suffered the problem of not having enough network coverage to match that of its bigger rivals. Coverage only started to become acceptable closer to anza borego, way east of julian. For example, when it comes to iphones, only the iphone xr or newer is 600.
My iphone worked fine even without the option to turn of 3g data, so there is the. Sep 11, 2012 t mobile is in the process or refarming their towers to support the 1900mhz spectrum which is compatible with the iphone. Detailed coverage maps for all major networks around the globe are. The high data transfer rates make 4g networks suitable for use in usb. The lack of 3g coverage can be a drawback if 4g coverage is spotty in your area. They should put a 2g3g coverage map on their web site like the 4g5g map that they so proudly display, and keep it updated as the coverage area shrinks. Tmobile prepaid 3g cell phone sim cards for sale ebay. A helpful interactive map ranks the best mobile network providers to help you choose your next mobile phone contract. I had a iphone 3g, and it would only work on tmob as edge. Plus, tmobile is aiming to have 5g coverage available for everyone by 2020. If you zoom in on the original coverage map, you can see how little t mobiles native 3g coverage really covers.
This rendered a select number of tmobile 3g devices inoperable on the 3g network. Tmobile is the only nationwide 5g network and covers more people and places than anyone else. I know that traditionally, tmobile was never really great at rural coverage but i thought that this has been changing for the better in the past few years. This time i put my iphone into the field test mode, and did some checking. I did a 30 day road trip this summer from dc to north dakota, south dakota, wyoming, montana, utah and colorado and can confirm t mobile coverage was horrible. Mint mobile is an mvno mobile virtual network operator, their cell phone service is powered by the national tmobile 4g lte network. I know there previously have been topics about this but im wondering if anybody has recent experience.
Tmobile s 3g network in the us uses its own set of radio frequencies, so to support it the iphone would have to have a radio in it specifically for that. Tmobiles 3g network in the us uses its own set of radio frequencies, so to support it the iphone would have to have a radio in it specifically for that. Since the update to version 5, apple has removed the settings toggle to disable the 3g radio. Boost mobile cell phone coverage map and service area. Unless the device is being purchased from another country where unlocked 3gs devices are available, it has been hacked to be unlocked. Switch now to tmobile s 4g or 5g networks and discover the benefits of the tmobile. Use the coverage map to check service in your area and learn more about 3g, 4g lte, 5g and voice coverage near you. But lets take a closer look at how they differentiate. Check out our 5g coverage map from your computer or mobile device on the coverage map, enter an address or just the name of a city. It supports 20 different lte bands, up from for the iphone 5s.
Getting very frustrated with tmobiles rural or lack of. As the map below shows, there are some areas with weak or no coverage. Here are the tmobile internet and picture messaging mms settings for use with an apple iphone from another carrier. Will the 3g iphone work with tmobile 3g network in usa. To support this expanding 4g lte network, like other major carriers, we use a variety of. T mobile has superior urban coverage and is also making improvements to its rural network.
Stretches of the east, west, and northwestern areas of california. This map represents the coverage of tmobile 2g, 3g, 4g and 5g mobile network in phoenix. A limited selection of extended range lte6 600mhz devices are currently available. Tmobile is in the process or refarming their towers to support the 1900mhz spectrum which is compatible with the iphone. With growing coverage all over the united states, tmobile s service will only get better. You are viewing coverage that includes sprint coverage and roaming. The iphone 4s supports hspa, which some cellular carriers call 4g. I have been carrying both a tmobile g5 and a verizon iphone for about a week between cancun and playa del carmen. Click on specific locations on our primary map, or view our partner coverage map for a national view. Our domestic partner networks provide coverage in some of the more remote areas of the country.
Tmobile coverage map comparison 2020 moneysavingpro. So if youre in a rural area, you may find yourself in a spottier section of tmobiles coverage map. Needless to say, tmobile and verizon have great coverage in the us and both are offering extensive lte service. In order for me to use an iphone 3gs on tmobile, what would i need to do other than buy the iphone unlocked. This interactive maps shows tmobile and sprint coverage after the two companies complete a merger. Its disappointing news for some tmobile customers, but it shouldnt be entirely unexpected. Our 5g, 4g, 3g, dual carrier and 2g mobile networks provide coverage in 98. If you zoom in on the original coverage map, you can see how little tmobiles native 3g coverage really covers. Does anybody know how the t mobile 4g coverage is in kauai. I have been carrying both a t mobile g5 and a verizon iphone for about a week between cancun and playa del carmen. This maps shows tmobile, sprint coverage after merger the. All the previous posts seem to say t mobile coverage is horrible. This maps shows tmobile, sprint coverage after merger. Larger areas of idaho, oregon, nevada, and washington.
It is a successor of the 3g and provides ultrabroadband internet access for mobile devices. Verizon not showing signs of worry that tmobile is catching. This means you can get big network coverage, without paying big network prices. Map approximates anticipated coverage outdoors based on a variety of factors, which may include limited or no coverage areas, and does not guarantee service availability. Even within coverage areas and with broadbandcapable devices, network. Check the mobile network coverage in your area with our free coverage checker for 3g, 4g and 5g networks.
If i buy an iphone 3gs that is factory unlocked and put in my tmobile micro sim card will i just get the edge 2g coverage or will i get 4g 3g coverage. What if i buy a factory unlocked 4g iphone, does it make a difference. Even though thats changing, verizon isnt ceding its title anytime soon. Tmobile is one of the 4 major networks we have identified operating in the usa. Their coverage is spotty in parts of the midwest and the west. Tmobile has superior urban coverage and is also making improvements to its rural network. You can compare carrier coverage maps at wirefly, or t mobile cell phone plans. About the lte options on your iphone apple support.
Jun 11, 2019 sprint mobile 2g3g coverage map 3g sprint coverage map 2019. This means that you can choose a customized plan based on your usage, rather than wasting money on unlimited data, that most people dont need. Whether you need online support or want to join us, were here for you. Basically it was anything that didn t have band 12 which the iphone 5s. Verizon not showing signs of worry that tmobile is. If you have a phone that is compatible with tmobile s 600 mhz network, tmobile is the place to be.
Detailed coverage maps for all major networks around the globe are available for free in the opensignal app. I did a 30 day road trip this summer from dc to north dakota, south dakota, wyoming, montana, utah and colorado and can confirm tmobile coverage was horrible. This will show you if tmobile has coverage in your area, and if its 4g or 3g. Most tmobile plans include a limited amount of data in these areas. Minimal spotty areas throughout the northeast, south, and midwest. T mobile is one of the 4 major networks we have identified operating in the usa. Verizon is not an option for me as you need to use their phones. The cellulardata options on your iphone might vary based on your carriers network. While tmobiles 4g network is quite robust, the carriers 3g network lacks breadth. Well, the 3g iphone hasnt even been announced yet, but it is very unlikely.
Sameday replacement is not available for theftloss claims. Coverage is not available everywhere and varies based on a number of factors. This page on the apple website compares all the current iphone models. Tmobile vs verizon tmobile and verizon are both regarded as two of the big four carriers on the market. Whether its 2g, 3g, 4g, 5g or lte, tmobile can place speed caps on certain devices connecting to its network. The map is unofficial and t mobile has not released any information about the refarming process. Learn about coverage and technologies of the tmobile network, needed for. Learn about coverage and technologies of the tmobile network, needed for your. This spectrum led to improved lte coverage overall in these areas.
Check coverage check out our interactive coverage map to learn about device compatibility, signal strength, and cellular coverage. T mo cto neville ray says that t mobile has added lowband lte to dozens of cell sites in the past two weeks. The iphone models prior to the iphone 5 do not support lte. So if youre in a rural area, you may find yourself in a spottier section of t mobile s coverage map. Read our latest analysis on how the major operators compare in mobile network experience at usa. Tmobile adds lowband lte coverage to more cell sites. Another lowband lte expansion from tmobile is official. Apple says the iphone 6 has broader support for lte than any iphone before it. So if youre in a rural area, you may find yourself in a spottier section of tmobiles. Unfortunately, support is absent for a new lte band that tmobile usa is spending a lot of effort and money to deploy. Getting very frustrated with tmobile s rural or lack of. Internet services tmobiles broadband internet access services.
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