Who uses C-band 5G?

Generally, AT&T and Verizon . The C-band frequencies will become available in two chunks. The first 100MHz are now available in 46 major markets across the US, covering about 60% of the US population. Verizon and AT&T split those “A block” airwaves 60/40.

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When can Verizon use C-band?

C-Band spectrum will be a key element of Verizon’s expanded 5G Ultra Wideband service. In early 2021 , during one of the FCC’s largest spectrum auctions, Verizon successfully bid for the lion’s share, worth $52.9 billion, of C-Band spectrum licenses, more than doubling our previous mid-band spectrum holdings.

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What is C-band equipment?

The communications or “C” band of the radio spectrum was originally designated by the IEEE for satellite communications, terrestrial microwave radio, and other industrial applications . C-band frequencies repurposed for 5G wireless range from 3.7 – 3.98 GHz.

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What is advantage of C-band?

Following are the advantages of C Band Frequency over other frequency bands. ➨It has less interference from heavy rain fading . ➨It has cheaper bandwidth compare to other bands. ➨It is widely used for VSAT applications since years and hence it is easy to install and manage C Band VSAT network.

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