What is C-band in Verizon?

C-band is in the 3.7 GHz spectrum range and AWS is the 1700-2100 MHz range, so getting better coverage with C-band is a substantial feat. Stone said the 64T64R Massive MIMO technology that Verizon is using has exceeded expectations.

In reality, both are correct . Verizon, just like other wireless carriers shows coverage on their website to market how strong it is but understates it when required to prove the need for a new tower. In other words, Verizon (and other wireless carriers) can generate coverage maps to show whatever they want to show.

Look for the 5Guw or 5G+ symbol on your phone For Verizon subscribers connecting to the new network, they will see “5Guw,” for 5G ultra-wideband . AT&T subscribers will see “5G+.” Phones that can support the new network include Apple’s iPhone 12 and iPhone 13, newer Samsung Galaxy phones, and Google’s Pixel 6.

C-Band, part of the mid-band spectrum , is like a middle-distance runner, able to move faster than a marathoner and cover a wider area than a sprinter. Verizon expects to use C-Band spectrum to reach impressively high speeds, peaking at a gigabit at launch.