Band 71 is T-Mobile’s long-range 5G frequency Lower frequencies with longer wavelengths travel farther, so phones in remote areas rely on lower-frequency cellular bands to communicate with distant cell towers. All major carriers—including T-Mobile—use bands in the 700 MHz range for long-distance cellular communication.
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If you need a refresher, band 71 is a low-frequency, 600 MHz band T-Mobile purchased in 2017. This frequency range travels twice as far and works four times better in buildings than conventional LTE bands . Band 71 also provides better coverage in remote areas and in homes.
Read moreIs T-Mobile band 71 important?
T-Mobile has been aggressively rolling out LTE coverage on Band 71 over the past years, and we now consider support for this band important for those relying on T-Mobile and traveling outside of urban areas. But to take advantage of all this 600MHz coverage requires a device that supports Band 71.13 Mar 2020
Read moreIs band 71 fast?
Re: T-Mobile Band 71 Yep band-71 is the rural internet little secret, not supper fast but dependable . I have seen 30Mbs if you find the correct tower! With the low 600MHz that travels well through trees and since it’s NEW not may modem or phone have that band. So there is more bandwidth for the people who do.
Read moreCan you boost band 71?
T-Mobile’s band 71 is not amplified by most consumer cellular boosters. The only available booster that does amplify band 71 is the WilsonPro 710i , which is designed for commercial buildings and large homes. It requires preapproval from T-Mobile to operate on their network.
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