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T-Mobile adds preemption along with priority network access, so first responders with  WPS (Wireless Priority Service) get unmatched network access in an emergency

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BELLEVUE, Wash. — June 17, 2021 — We count on first responders … and they can count on us, with America’s largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. Today, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS), America’s 5G leader, announced important new upgrades to the company’s groundbreaking Connecting Heroes program, a 10-year commitment to provide free service and 5G access to first responder agencies — all public and non-profit state and local fire, 911, police and EMS departments — saving them up to $7 billion.

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First, T-Mobile is adding preemption so that alongside the highest capacity 5G network in the nation and priority network access, First Responder agencies are assured unmatched network access to help their critical communications. That means <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/business/resources/wireless-priority-service-wps" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wireless Priority Service (WPS)-enrolled</a> first responder agencies with Connecting Heroes plans have both priority access AND preemption for both voice calls and data. So not only do first responders get to the front of the line at T-Mobile, but if the network ever becomes crowded in an emergency, non-emergency traffic drops to make way for first responders’ critical communications.

Second, T-Mobile announced it will offer its first set of rugged devices — including the new MG90 5G rugged router from Sierra Wireless available now, and two new Cat phones: Cat S62 and a rugged Cat flip phone — available first at T-Mobile this summer. In addition, T-Mobile announced it is adding more Connecting Heroes plan options to the existing Free and $15 plans that were launched last year. Starting June 23, first responder agencies will have three new paid Connecting Heroes 5G plan options that include unlimited talk, text and data as well as ample hotspot and a Samsung 5G phone at no additional cost.

“We launched Connecting Heroes last year so that first responders would no longer have to choose between funding life-saving equipment or wireless communication. At T-Mobile, first responder calls get through first and that could make the difference in an emergency when making life-saving decisions,” said Mike Katz, EVP of T-Mobile for Business. “First responders risk it all for us, and we feel it’s our duty to support them with our incredible service at the lowest cost — even free.”

Highest Capacity 5G Network Together with Priority Access and Preemption T-Mobile’s Nationwide 5G is a game-changer for first responders who need fast speeds, high capacity and low latency. Other networks claim to deliver 5G but mostly rely on <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.cnet.com/tags/4g-lte/" target="_blank">4G LTE</a> or Wi-Fi. As America’s 5G leader, T-Mobile is building the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/4g-lte-5g-networks" target="_blank">highest capacity 5G network in the country</a> over the next five years with new dedicated spectrum. And it covers 92 percent of <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/ready-for-a-road-trip" target="_blank">Interstate Highway miles across America</a> vs just 68 percent for AT&T and 51 percent for Verizon.

All that capacity means T-Mobile has you covered — literally — and a 600MHz signal — the foundation of T-Mobile’s 5G network — means better coverage … and that’s especially important to rural emergency organizations. “It’s just a great network, and the customer service is incredible,” said Andrew Surritt, Chief, Executive Director at Rescue 101 Search and Rescue in South Salem, Ohio. “We’re aiming to move more devices to our T-Mobile account soon, because the service has been so great.”

All of this is in addition to T-Mobile’s multi-year network hardening plan, making sure the network is ready for all types of <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/community/2021-hurricane-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">emergencies and natural disasters</a>. T-Mobile is investing in constant testing and improvements to our network’s backup and response systems including thousands of generators; advanced relief and recovery tools; and coordination and mobilization plans for supporting customers and their communities in times of natural disasters. In addition, the T-Mobile Network Operations Centers (NOCs) run 24/7 during natural disasters, allowing our experienced technicians and engineers to monitor our network traffic demands and weather impacts in real time.

Rugged Devices And for those who rely on critical communications in a wide variety of locations and conditions, T-Mobile now offers its first rugged Sierra Wireless 5G router, the MG90 5G, perfect for in vehicle/trunk mounting on first responder vehicles. Delivering 5G connectivity for mission-critical needs, the AirLink® MG90 5G is a high-performance vehicle router, purpose built to provide secure, always-on connectivity for mission critical applications in public safety, transit and field services. With extensible multi-network connectivity, the MG90 offers Dual Radios, dual concurrent gigabit-capable Wi-Fi and gigabit-capable ethernet, with extensions to Land Mobile Radio (LMR) and satellite systems.

Also available first and exclusively at T-Mobile at launch, are two new rugged phones: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H62kAXFTtco" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cat S62 coming this summer</a> and a rugged Cat flip phone to soon follow. These devices exceed US military standards for high and low temperature, thermal shocks, salt mist conditions, vibration and tumble tests. The Cat S62 features a superbright 5.7" display that is protected by scratch and shatter-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass 6. It is optimized for outdoor use with wet-finger or glove-on working technology. Plus, it comes equipped with a large and powerful battery that lasts up to two days in the field without needing to recharge. And stay tuned for more rugged phones coming to T-Mobile’s lineup later this year. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H62kAXFTtco"></a>

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T-Mobile is America’s 5G leader with the largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. T-Mobile’s Extended Range 5G covers 295 million people across 1.6 million square miles – 4x the geographic coverage of Verizon and 2x AT&T. And with Sprint now part of T-Mobile, the Un-carrier is widening its lead, lighting up Ultra Capacity 5G across the country and bringing fast 5G speeds to more places than anyone else. Ultra Capacity 5G delivers average speeds of 325 Mbps with peaks of 1 Gbps, and now covers 140 million people with plans to reach 200 million by the end of the year.

Since launching Connecting Heroes over a year ago as part of #5GforGood, first responder agencies and departments around the country have enjoyed the benefits of free unlimited 5G service. T-Mobile also offers great plans for individual first responders and their families — Magenta First Responder. With 50% off family lines compared to Magenta, Magenta First Responder delivers the best discount in wireless for individual first responders and their families.

For more information on the evolution of Connecting Heroes, visit <a href="http://www.T-Mobile.com/connectingheroes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.T-Mobile.com/connectingheroes</a>

Follow T-Mobile’s Official Twitter Newsroom <a href="http://www.twitter.com/TMobileNews" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@TMobileNews</a> to stay up to date with the latest company news.

For state & local fire, police, and EMS agencies' first responder lines; eligibility verified. Coverage not available in some areas and may be impacted by emergencies; check your response area. Plus taxes & fees for paid plans. WPS eligibility must be confirmed by USDHS. Completion of calls not guaranteed. Select 5G devices included via bill credit with new lines and 2-year agreement on select Connecting Heroes plans. Tax on pre-credit price due at sale. Limited time offer; subject to change.

Some 5G uses may require certain plan or feature; see T-Mobile.com. Most Reliable: According to an audit report conducted by independent third-party umlaut containing crowdsourced data for user experience collected from September 2020 until February 2021. Full details at: www.umlaut.com/en/benchmarking/USA. Fastest: According to Opensignal Awards – USA: 5G User Experience Report April 2021, based on independent analysis of average speeds from mobile measurements recorded during the period December 15, 2020 – March 14, 2021 © 2021 Opensignal Limited. Highway Miles: Based on analysis by T-Mobile of Ookla® CoverageRight™ from Q1 2021 and Speedtest Intelligence® 5G background scans in Q1 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

About T-Mobile T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.t-mobile.com</a>.

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What’s the news: T-Mobile’s 5G network covers 92 percent of Interstate Highway miles across America vs just 68 percent for AT&T and 51 percent for Verizon, according to new data from network intelligence provider, Ookla®.

Why it matters: With more Americans traveling this summer — <a href="https://tripadvisor.mediaroom.com/2021-04-20-Travel-is-Heating-Up-Two-Thirds-of-Americans-Planning-Summer-Vacations">most by road</a> — T-Mobile’s 5G network is poised to deliver the most consistent 5G connectivity for uninterrupted music streaming, video calls, real-time navigation and more on your interstate road trip. What else would you expect from the country’s largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network?!

Who it’s for:  Anyone planning to (finally) hit the road this summer!

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BELLEVUE, Wash. — June 15, 2021 — Getting there is half the fun … especially with 5G! T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) announced today it now covers 92 percent of Interstate Highway miles in the US with 5G — significantly more than both Verizon and AT&T — giving families the connectivity to keep gaming, snapping, TikToking and more at 5G speeds as they finally get back to traveling the country.

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While all major providers cover more than 99 percent of Interstate Highway miles with LTE, 5G is a radically different story. According to Ookla Speedtest Intelligence® data and advertised coverage from competitors, T-Mobile’s 5G network has a massive lead over other networks, covering 92 percent of all Interstate Highway miles in the U.S. AT&T is a distant second at 68 percent and if you squint really hard, you’ll see Verizon in the rear-view mirror at just 51 percent.

So, while you’ve got your maps out for all that trip planning, here are a few more to consider:

“We’re more than ready to get into some long-awaited summer fun on the roads, and with T-Mobile 5G, we’ve got you covered on those highways across the country,” said Neville Ray, President of Technology at T-Mobile. “When you’ve got T-Mobile 5G, you’ve got the largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network … so you’re covered at home, work, school, your favorite vacation spot, and on the roads in between. There’s one choice for reliable 5G connectivity on the go — and that’s T-Mobile.”

All this coverage is great news for Americans ready to get a change of scenery and travel the country, as pandemic-related restrictions ease up. A recent <a href="https://www.tripit.com/web/blog/news-culture/summer-vacation-forecast-air-travel-road-trips.html">survey</a> shows 92 percent of Americans are confident they’ll finally be ready for a road trip by September. And T-Mobile customers already kicked off the summer travel season in force this Memorial Day weekend: the number of customers who traveled 100 miles or more DOUBLED over the same time last year, and there was an 80 percent increase in those who traveled 50 miles or more.

T-Mobile is America’s 5G leader with the largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. T-Mobile’s Extended Range 5G covers 295 million people across 1.6 million square miles. And with Sprint now part of T-Mobile, the Un-carrier is widening its lead, lighting up Ultra Capacity 5G across the country and bringing fast 5G speeds to more places than anyone else. Ultra Capacity 5G delivers average speeds of 325 Mbps with peaks of 1 Gbps, and now covers 140 million people with plans to reach 200 million by the end of the year.

For more information on T-Mobile’s 5G network, visit <a href="http://www.t-mobile.com/coverage">www.t-mobile.com/coverage</a>.

Follow T-Mobile’s Official Twitter Newsroom <a href="https://twitter.com/TMobileNews">@TMobileNews</a> to stay up to date with the latest company news.

Highway Miles: Based on analysis by T-Mobile of Ookla® CoverageRight™ from Q1 2021 and Speedtest Intelligence® 5G background scans in Q1 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. Most Reliable: According to an audit report conducted by independent third party umlaut containing crowdsourced data for user experience collected from September 2020 until February 2021. Full details at: <a href="http://www.umlaut.com/en/benchmarking/USA">www.umlaut.com/en/benchmarking/USA</a>. Fastest: According to Opensignal Awards – <a href="https://www.opensignal.com/reports/2021/04/usa/mobile-network-experience-5g">USA: 5G User Experience Report April 2021</a>, based on independent analysis of average speeds from mobile measurements recorded during the period December 15, 2020 – March 14, 2021 © 2021 Opensignal Limited. 5G: Capable device required. Some uses may require certain plan or feature; see T-Mobile.com.

About T-Mobile T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/">https://www.t-mobile.com</a>.

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When the day needs saving, T-Mobile's favorite superhero, Captain MEGAHertz, is only a call away. Ever wondered what it would be like to have superpowers of your own? Take this quiz to discover your hidden heroic abilities!

Whether she's saving a city from dastardly villains or completing rescue missions at lightning-fast speeds, Captain MEGAHertz is as reliable as T-Mobile's 5G network. Saving the day is hard work, and it’s time for someone new to step up as her capable right hand hero. Looks like you’re the perfect candidate! Justice must be served, take this quiz to find out which superhuman ability you'll bring to the table.

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When the day needs saving, T-Mobile&#039;s favorite superhero, Captain MEGAHertz, is only a call away. Ever wondered what it would be like to have superpowers of your own? Take this quiz to discover your hidden heroic abilities!

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Kids are in the classroom, employees are back in the office and Americans are making plans for summer travel. But as daily life returns to “normal,” we see that our world is going to be far more mobile than ever before. The COVID-19 pandemic changed how we think about work. It loosened ties to offices and big cities. It gave us new tools and new perspective. As a result, workers are moving to the suburbs, new hires are being found outside the metropolis while others are opting to retire sooner.

According to a recent report by Accenture, the pandemic has changed the way people live, work and socialize, with 79% of respondents wanting to work from a “third space” – a location other than their home or workplace.1 Meanwhile, 87% of enterprises expect their employees to work from home three or more days per week. 2 This means tomorrow’s office is virtually anywhere, and it’s spurring a greater demand for services that keep people connected from their home to the office and the places in between. 5G networks are coming onto the scene just in time to fuel these new levels of flexibility.

A Demand for More Powerful Connectivity

Given the impacts of COVID-19 on our personal and professional lives, coupled with the rising ubiquity of 5G, industry analyst firm <a href="https://moorinsightsstrategy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Moor Insights & Strategy</a> predicts that consumers and businesses alike will be more reliant on mobile services than ever before. And Carolina Milanesi at <a href="https://creativestrategies.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Creative Strategies</a> believes 5G will play a big role in catering to this new world of increased digital workflows and entertainment, hybrid work and personal life changes that see many Americans relocating to more rural communities.

The pandemic transformed consumer behavior and expectations. As consumers get out of their homes and become increasingly mobile, they now want connectivity that will enable streaming all day long without any buffering or spinning wheel. They want to listen to stereo quality music without waiting. And they demand high-quality video calls on the go that don’t freeze or drop, web pages that open in the blink of an eye and large files that download in a flash. Today’s consumer wants all of these things faster, and in more places than ever before.

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5G is connecting us to our world in powerful new ways that will turn these consumer demands into a reality. And as we look ahead at the proliferation of devices, from fitness wearables for biomedical monitoring to smartglasses that make our screen the world around us, this ability to stay connected on the go is just getting better. Today 5G is beginning to power everything, from connected cars to connected farms, delivering immersive new experiences to consumers, and transforming the way we work.

Good coverage and fast speeds have always mattered in the world of wireless, and for years Verizon and AT&T dominated the landscape. But with the dawn of 5G, and with Sprint now part of T-Mobile, the wireless world is dramatically changing. T-Mobile has built the <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/4g-lte-5g-networks">fastest, largest and most reliable 5G network</a> in the country and is focused on putting it to work for everyone – from unleashing unlimited data and offering choices for home broadband to fueling mobile productivity and creating new innovations. Learn more <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/5g">about 5G</a>.

1 April 11, 2021: <a href="https://newsroom.accenture.com/news/covid-19-has-sparked-a-new-wave-of-innovation-across-consumer-industries-according-to-accenture-research.htm">COVID-19 has Sparked a New Wave of Innovation Across Consumer Industries, According to Accenture Research</a>

2 IDC 2020 U.S. Enterprise Mobility Decision Maker Survey: Devices, June 2020

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America is returning to &quot;normal,&quot; but the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a large increase and demand in connectivity. Learn how T-Mobile is meeting the demand with our 5G network.

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The Un-carrier celebrates America’s hometown pride — because many of us were raised with it.

Small towns and rural communities are essential to our national identity. Whether rural and remote or suburban and growing, America’s hometowns are the fertile ground where millions of Americans put down roots, stretch their legs and live their dreams.

From coast to coast, hometown pride holds America together, and T-Mobile is proud to join in.

We recently <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/t-mobiles-next-un-carrier-move-5gforall">announced our latest Un-carrier move</a>. We call it 5G for All. With it, we’re rolling out America’s most expansive 5G network, spanning 1.6 million square miles — with 1.45 million of that coverage in <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/betting-big-on-brick-and-mortar-small-town-rural">small town America</a> — an area the size of the entire Midwest … plus Texas!

AND we’re bringing high speed internet to 10 million households in small towns and rural areas across the country, many that currently have limited access to broadband or none at all. We’re also offering to upgrade everyone in America with a working cellphone to a <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/offers/deals-hub">5G phone FOR FREE</a>! Because we mean it when we say #5GForAll.

Team Magenta has a lot of hometown pride — and that’s particularly true for our leadership team, many of whom come from unsung places across America. With all the support we get from the farthest corners of the country, we figured we’d give some back. Below you’ll find shout-outs from some of our executives to the hometowns that raised them. As you can see, we’re literally all over the map with a lot of love for our roots.

Mike Sievert, Chief Executive Officer Hometown: Canton, Ohio Population: 69,837 Best thing about my hometown:  The friendliest people Town’s claim to fame: <a href="https://www.profootballhof.com/">Pro Football Hall of Fame</a> Unofficial mascot:  Did I mention footballs? Must-visit spot: Hey, have you been to the football museum with the football-shaped roof? Celebrity: Not really Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: Anything Greek or Italian Only locals know: It’s called “pop.” Soda is that clear, bubbly stuff you put in vodka. Closest road trip destination: <a href="https://www.cedarpoint.com/">Cedar Point</a>, greatest roller coaster park on Earth What you will find: Locals aren’t nosy, they’re friendly, OK? What you won’t find: Mountains. Or oceans.

Bonus: Follow me on <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeSievert">Twitter</a>, where I’ll be asking followers to “tell me you’re from a small town without telling me you’re from a small town.”

Peter Osvaldik, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer  Hometown: Bellingham, Washington Population: 96,014 Best thing about my hometown: Great outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, biking, boating Town’s claim to fame: The annual <a href="https://skitosea.com/">Ski to Sea</a> race Unofficial mascot: Rain? Must-visit spot: Chuckanut Drive Celebrity: Hilary Swank, Ryan Stiles Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: Potato burrito at <a href="https://www.casaquepasarocks.com/">Casa Que Pasa</a> Only locals know: <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/teddy-bear-cove">Teddy Bear Cove</a> Closest road trip destination: Mount Baker What you will find: Laid-back people who love nature (and beer) What you won’t find: Easy parking

Jon Freier, Executive Vice President of Consumer Markets Hometown: Odessa, Texas Population: 129,928 Best thing about my hometown: The people are incredibly friendly and brutally honest. Town’s claim to fame: Odessa is known for its cowboys and roughnecks and is at the center of the Permian Basin, which pumps out 4 million barrels of oil A DAY. Unofficial mascot: Jack Ben Rabbit (see below) Must-visit spot: Our replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the <a href="https://www.odessa.edu/community/GlobeTheateratOdessaCollege/index.html">Globe of the Great Southwest.</a> Also, our high school football stadium, Ratliff Stadium, was in the movie Friday Night Lights. Celebrity: Kelly Schmedes, who last played forward for the Boston Breakers of Women’s Professional Soccer and was a member of the U.S. women’s national team. Roy Williams, former NFL wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears. And First Lady Barbara Bush and former Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. H.W. Bush was quoted as saying, “At Odessa, we became Texans and proud of it." Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: <a href="https://www.odessabarndoor.com/">The Barn Door</a>, <a href="https://odessamenus.com/johnnys-barbecue-menu/">Johnny’s Bar-B-Q</a>, <a href="https://www.labodegamexicanrestaurant.com/home">La Bodega</a>, <a href="http://www.dosamigos.com/">Dos Amigos</a>, Big Daddy's Catfish and Chicken (Somebody can’t pick just one!) Only locals know: Odessa was supposedly named by railroad workers who thought the area resembled their home in Odessa, Russia. Closest road trip destination: <a href="https://www.nps.gov/gumo/index.htm">Guadalupe Mountains National Park</a>, which you pass when going through Loving County, Texas, the least-populated county in America. What you will find: The world’s largest jackrabbit, named <a href="https://www.oaoa.com/news/jack-ben-rabbit/image_59ca886d-e50e-59c9-8668-ed4f7a2e2bee.html">Jack Ben Rabbit</a>. The <a href="http://www.odessameteorcrater.com/">Meteor Crater at Odessa</a>, one of the nation’s largest known craters. And the <a href="http://www.ocwg.org/">Odessa Chuck Wagon Gang</a>, which serves as a goodwill ambassador known for cooking up Texas barbecue for large crowds. What you won’t find: Rain. Odessa gets only 13 inches per year — about a third of the U.S. average.

Dow Draper, Executive Vice President of Emerging Products Hometown: Castle Rock, Colorado Population: 75,452 Best thing about my hometown: Stunning scenery right outside your front door, with an average of 243 sunny days a year! Town’s claim to fame: Castle Rock rhyolite, a greyish-brownish volcanic stone that’s found throughout the area — and nowhere else. At the turn of the last century, Castle Rock rhyolite was used to construct buildings throughout Colorado. Unofficial mascot: The outlet mall didn’t exist when I lived there, so let’s go with the <a href="http://crgov.com/2548/The-Star">Star</a> that sits on top of the Rock, which is the castle-shaped butte that towers above the center of town. Must-visit spot: <a href="http://crgov.com/2842/Rock-Park">Rock Park</a>, of course Celebrity: Amy Adams Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: Craft beer from one of the local breweries and this <a href="http://ecclesiamarket.com/">hip church-turned food hall and marketplace</a> Only locals know: Folks used to shoot July 4 fireworks from the Rock, but they stopped because the side of the hill kept catching on fire. Closest road trip destination: Denver (go, Broncos!) and Colorado Springs are within a 60-mile drive. So are some of the world’s best ski slopes. What you will find: Miles and miles of trails to explore — and fun, fit people excited to get out and hike, bike and ski every inch. (Personally, I prefer riding a motorcycle across the Rampart Range Road!) What you won’t find: Cowboys or horses — at least not as many as you used to see back in the day.

Callie Field, Executive Vice President & Chief Customer Experience Officer Hometown: Dalhart, Texas Population: 8,244! It’s grown from around 5,000 when I was a kid. Best thing about my hometown: The sky Unofficial mascot: Empty Saddle monument, which commemorates the pioneers who died while settling the Texas panhandle Must-visit spot: <a href="https://thegrill.org/">The Grill</a> — best cheeseburgers of my life Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: <a href="https://xitrodeoreunion.com/">XIT Rodeo</a> has three days of free food, including world’s largest barbecue, a watermelon feed and pork chops. They serve over 20,000 people in one day in our tiny town! Only locals know: How to find arrowheads, horny toads and devil’s claws Closest road trip destination:  Amarillo, Texas — 79 miles to the closest mall What you won’t find: Hard to come by a sushi roll or Biden yard sign

Janice Kapner, Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer  Hometown: Saratoga, California Population: 29,389 Best thing about my hometown: The peach orchards that were nearby when I was a kid. I could walk to the drugstore for a snack and walk through the orchards, swinging on trees and snacking on fresh fruit — a memory I won’t soon forget! Town’s claim to fame: It’s only 12.38 square miles and is known for being in the center of Silicon Valley, yet it began with a sawmill back in 1848 and then evolved to orchards long before it became an affluent community with a mountain winery. Unofficial mascot: Wine glass Must-visit spot: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mountainwinery.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7CJanice.Kapner%40T-Mobile.com%7C6ed8688bc6d24d33a62008d904d4af33%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637546133830322248%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=%2BofpStryhLlwfPEVrRIrvRJxjbSlJOsMsw%2B4yY%2FYfYQ%3D&reserved=0">The Mountain Winery</a>, which has music events and concerts with a view that cannot be beat! Celebrity: Steven Spielberg attended Saratoga High School (so did my big sister!) and graduated in 1965. Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: Many say<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thebasin.com%2Fhome&data=04%7C01%7CJanice.Kapner%40T-Mobile.com%7C6ed8688bc6d24d33a62008d904d4af33%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637546133830332252%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=h3IHKY5zpO4soxMa1mocQh3CUQsMXa%2BRbWD4XZDgU78%3D&reserved=0"> The Basin</a>, but I will always love <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lafondue.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7CJanice.Kapner%40T-Mobile.com%7C6ed8688bc6d24d33a62008d904d4af33%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637546133830332252%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=w12oThgi9YWvoLw55%2F1aMThA7HGftJG%2F2E4oMLe1JzA%3D&reserved=0">La Fondue</a> in little downtown Saratoga village (best hot cheese to dip that you can find!).  Only locals know: I'm told that the locals refer to the city as ’Toga, but I never heard that. Don't miss the historical walk through old Saratoga, often called Old Town. Closest road trip destination: Cruz down to Santa Cruz with its beach boardwalk, white sands, warm weather and as down to earth as you can get! What you will find: A quiet but lovely town with historic signs and buildings dating back to 1884. What you won’t find: BIG nightlife. Not in this town. Head to San Jose, or better yet, San Francisco.

Mike Katz, Executive Vice President of T-Mobile for Business Hometown: Carbondale, Colorado Population: 6,972 Best thing about my hometown: The mountains. Carbondale is in the heart of the Rockies! Town’s claim to fame: Mt. Sopris, the only mountain in Colorado with two peaks of the exact same elevation Unofficial mascot: Rams! The mascot of my high school, Roaring Fork High School Must-visit spot: The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crystal_Mill">Crystal Mill</a>, just outside of town and probably the most photographed image in Colorado Celebrity: Trisha Bader Binford, WNBA star and current head basketball coach at Montana State Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: <a href="https://skipspourhouse.wordpress.com/">The Pour House</a>, a local’s watering hole with every bar food you could ever want Closest road trip destination: Aspen, just 25 minutes down Highway 82 What you will find: More than 300 sunny days a year What you won’t find: Traffic

Deeanne King, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Hometown: Overland Park, Kansas Population: 201,034 Best thing about my hometown: The great people, parks and family environment Town’s claim to fame: The best city to live, work and play! Unofficial mascot: Dorothy and Toto Must-visit spot: OP is known for its expansive parks and green spaces. <a href="https://www.opkansas.org/recreation-fun/deanna-rose-childrens-farmstead/">Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead</a> is one of my personal favorites! Celebrity: The three Kings of Comedy: Paul Rudd, Rob Riggle and Jason Sudeikis Iconic restaurant/meal/food item: Barbecue (and you can’t pick just one!) Only locals know: When the tornado sirens go off, that means go to your front porch. Closest road trip destination: Isn’t everything a road trip in KC? My favorite summer destination are the lakes nearby in Missouri and Arkansas. What you will find: Amazing, down to earth people and a family-friendly city. And great running trails! What you won’t find: Mountains. Or even hills.

T-Mobile has a lot of hometown pride — and that’s particularly true for our leadership team, many of whom come from unsung places across America. Here, we offer some shout-outs from some of our executives to the hometowns that raised them.

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No need to leave home. Veterans living in rural America can experience the sights and sounds of the Washington D.C. war memorials with VR applications powered by T-Mobile 5G. 

BELLEVUE, Wash. — May 11, 2021 — It’s Military Appreciation Month, and we honor those who have served our country. T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today announced it is teaming up with Healium to bring a virtual Honor Flight experience to veterans living in small towns across the country, transporting them with the power of Virtual Reality (VR) and 5G to visit the Washington D.C. war memorials from the comfort of their own homes.

There’s no need to travel. T-Mobile and Healium are equipping Honor Flight Network volunteers with VR headsets and Inseego 5G MiFi M2000 hotspots, so our country’s veterans can virtually experience the sights and sounds of the memorials dedicated to them. With T-Mobile Extended Range 5G covering 1.6 million square miles, this toolkit enables volunteers to travel to remote locations, meet with veterans in their homes and run a high-bandwidth VR experience using the T-Mobile 5G network.

From the comfort of their living rooms, veterans are virtually transported to Washington D.C. — just as if they were there in person — where they can tour the war memorials that commemorate their service and honor their fallen comrades. In the virtual tours, veterans can hear the sound of the Rainbow Pool, watch the Changing of the Guard at Arlington National Cemetery, and visit the World War II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Women in Military Service For America Memorial. There’s even a virtual tour of the USS Nimitz in the Pacific Ocean.

“We are losing our World War II Veterans at a rate of hundreds a day, and sadly many may not live long enough to be able to see their memorials in person,” said Sarah Hill, CEO, Healium. “This is a such a powerful application that can help us reach Veterans, including those living in small towns and remote locations. While nothing is as good as a real, in-person Honor Flight trip, this is a beautiful way to take Veterans there if they’re not able to travel.”

<a href="https://www.tryhealium.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Healium</a> is as an early leader in Mixed Reality solutions designed to improve mental fitness. Since 2015, it has supported the volunteer efforts of Central Missouri <a href="https://www.honorflight.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Honor Flight</a>, a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring those who served and sacrificed for our country. The Honor Flight Network is a national network of independent Hubs, each dedicated to transporting U.S. military veterans to see the Washington, D.C. war memorials at no cost to the veterans.

“5G is the enabler for VR applications that can transport us to new places, giving us immersive experiences that better connect us to our world,” said John Saw, EVP of Advanced & Emerging Technologies at T-Mobile. “We are delighted to team up with Healium and Honor Flight Network to help give back to those who have served our country. With 5GForAll we can bring transformative services such as this to everyone, including those living in rural America.”

Building #5GForAll T-Mobile is America’s 5G leader with the largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. T-Mobile’s Extended Range 5G covers 295 million people across 1.6 million square miles. That’s 4x more geographic coverage than Verizon and 2x more than AT&T. And with Sprint now part of T-Mobile, the Un-carrier is widening its lead, lighting up Ultra Capacity 5G across the country, bringing fast 5G speeds to more places than anyone else. Ultra Capacity 5G can deliver speeds around 300 Mbps with peaks of 1 Gbps, and now covers 140 million people.

Incredible and innovative 5G products and services are quickly being built, and they require a 5G network with capacity and broad reach, one that’s being built to support virtually all types of use cases and provide unprecedented reach. It’s called #5GForAll and only T-Mobile can build it. With its supercharged 5G network as the foundation, T-Mobile is fueling 5G innovation and building the 5G ecosystem with a number of initiatives. The Un-carrier collaborates with universities and standards bodies to support 5G research and development. In addition to running the award-winning <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://t-mobileaccelerator.com/" target="_blank">T-Mobile Accelerator</a>, it operates the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.t-mobile.com/ventures" target="_blank">T-Mobile Ventures</a> investment fund and is a co-founder of the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://5goilab.com/" target="_blank">5G Open Innovation Lab</a>. From employee benefits and military discounts, to its pledge to hire 10,000 Veterans and military spouses by 2023, T-Mobile is honored to serve those who serve our country. <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/community/military" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Find out more on our website.</a> And, follow T-Mobile’s Official Twitter Newsroom <a href="https://twitter.com/tmobilenews" data-type="URL" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@TMobileNews</a> to stay up to date with the latest company news.

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About T-Mobile T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: <a href="http://www.t-mobile.com/">http://www.t-mobile.com</a>.

About Healium Healium is a mental fitness solution to train up focused calm and human performance using neurofeedback, virtual, and augmented reality. Unlike traditional eyes-closed meditation, Healium is visual and allows the user to control virtual worlds with their brainwaves or heart rate via any wearable like a smartwatch or EEG headband. These virtual vacations are used worldwide with athletes, worker athletes, and in areas of stress. <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tryhealium.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7CAdrienne.Norton%40t-mobile.com%7C9f712d9e51164c38ca3f08d90c2b0048%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637554201096434618%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=r43pLm6B%2BNsUy%2FsVBiwzTO00SEQsxYtYK2GWQ1g0eJY%3D&reserved=0">https://www.tryhealium.com/</a>

About Honor Flight Network The Honor Flight Network was formed in 2005 with a mission of honoring our nation’s veterans by bringing them to Washington, DC to visit the memorials and monuments dedicated to their service and sacrifice. The Honor Flight Network is currently comprised of over 125 hubs throughout the country dedicated to carrying out the Honor Flight mission. In addition to World War II veterans, the organization transports those who served in the Korean War, Vietnam War, intermediary operations, and in special cases of terminal illness or injury, veterans from more recent service eras. Since 2005, the Honor Flight Network has taken more than 240,000 veterans to Washington D.C.  For more information, visit <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.honorflight.org%2F&data=04%7C01%7CAdrienne.Norton%40t-mobile.com%7Cd0ad5923e34a41733dc408d90bde2bff%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637553871291867490%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=CcBXklTv1bnQP9QUhG2Hhv6tbsndPF6EHmx8iQ597%2Fo%3D&reserved=0">honorflight.org</a>.

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No need to leave home. Veterans living in rural America can experience the sights and sounds of the Washington D.C. war memorials with VR applications powered by T-Mobile 5G.

Let Us Bring It To You. T-Mobile, Healium and Honor Flight Network Virtually Transport Veterans to D.C. Memorials with the Power of 5G | T-Mobile Newsroom

Let Us Bring It To You. T-Mobile, Healium and Honor Flight Network Virtually Transport Veterans to D.C. Memorials with the Power of 5G

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5G unleashes your network to give you more – more movies, music and time spent connecting with friends and family

The word “5G” is everywhere, but like a lot of people today, you might still be wondering what it’s good for. Faster speeds? Yep. Better coverage? Yep, that too. But 5G is also about removing limits imposed by older technologies that have existed for more than a decade.

One of the many remarkable things about 5G is its sheer capacity. 4G LTE is limited to using 20 MHz chunks of spectrum – that’s technical speak for the amount of invisible airwaves that your wireless data runs on. 5G has blown past that limit, allowing chunks of 100 MHz. That’s like going from a single-lane road to a 5-lane superhighway!

With a single lane, traffic has to queue up and wireless providers were forced to create things like on-ramp metering or traffic calming techniques. But with a bigger, higher capacity 5G data highway, we’re able to deliver a lot more data faster. This is why T-Mobile recently launched <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/cell-phone-plans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Magenta MAX</a>, the first and only plan of its kind specifically built for a powerful 5G network.

With Magenta MAX, you can’t be slowed down based on how much data you use. And THAT means you can get more from your favorite device – more movies, more music and more time spent connecting with friends and family. Today, nearly 50% of Magenta MAX customers use a <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/devices/5g-phones" target="_blank">5G smartphone</a>, and they’re using a ton more data – 43% more music, 48% more video and 26% more social media! In addition, MAX customers’ smartphone mobile hotspot data usage is up 4x. To put this in more tangible numbers, in the approximately two months since Magenta MAX hit the scene, these customers on average have each listened to the equivalent of 360 more songs, watched 576 more minutes of video and made 1,512 more posts on social media than our other customers.

As the saying goes, ‘if you build it, they will come.’ And in true Un-carrier fashion, T-Mobile is building the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/4g-lte-5g-networks" target="_blank">highest capacity 5G network in the country</a>. That means bigger, faster data highways with a 5G network that has you covered in WAY more places than the competition. And with Magenta MAX you can tap into all the benefits that this supercharged 5G network has to offer. Learn more about available <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">benefits with T-Mobile plans</a>.

Max: Activate up to 4K UHD streaming on capable device, or video typically streams at 480p. Unlimited while on our network. 5G coverage not available in some area; capable device required. Some uses may require certain plan or feature; see T-Mobile.com.

5GNow is a content series from America’s leader in 5G. With 5GNow we share a first-hand look at the benefits of 5G today, and what’s coming next, highlighting the real-world ways 5G is improving our lives and keeping us better connected.

Learn about Magenta MAX, the first plan of its kind that’s built for a powerful 5G network and doesn’t slow you down based on how much data you use.

Unlimited 5G Data with the Magenta MAX Plan | T-Mobile Newsroom

Goodbye speed bumps, hello more data

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Seeking startups building the next big thing in 5G health and fitness technologies 

BELLEVUE, Wash. — May 6, 2021 — T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) continues its mission to fuel 5G innovation, with applications now open for the Fall 2021 <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ft-mobileaccelerator.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7CAdrienne.Norton%40sprint.com%7C32f08084a5714ff2add008d90e906db2%7C4f8bc0acbd784bf5b55f1b31301d9adf%7C0%7C0%7C637556835942915944%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=%2Bs8liyXu4v6uUfffdSvTMHiTcWB35naSDaPOivcj%2FFQ%3D&reserved=0">T-Mobile Accelerator</a> Wellness Technology Program. T-Mobile Accelerator is actively searching for startups developing the next big thing in 5G technologies that promote healthy living and improve quality of life, from personal fitness wearables that enhance sports performance to telehealth services, digital wellness applications, biomedical monitoring and more. The application window closes June 25, 2021 and the fall program begins August 9, 2021.

"Consumers care deeply about wellness and that interest continues to grow," said John Saw, EVP of Advanced & Emerging Technologies at T-Mobile. "5G is a powerful enabler, helping us to more deeply understand our own health and stay better connected to services that improve our quality of life."

Companies participating in T-Mobile Accelerator will work directly with technology and business leaders at T-Mobile as they build, test and bring to market new products and services that unleash the potential of T-Mobile 5G. The fall program runs through early November 2021 and will culminate in a Demo Day where participants showcase their accomplishments.

T-Mobile Accelerator serves as a hub for driving ideas, innovation and action. Focused on collaborative experiences for growth, it delivers year-round programming and activities, including entrepreneurial and tech community engagements, expert speakers and mentorship sessions. Since its inception, the T-Mobile Accelerator has worked with 67 startup companies that have raised an aggregate of nearly $80 million since participating in the program. Additionally, 82% of the alumni companies are still in business today.

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T-Mobile is America’s 5G leader with the largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. T-Mobile’s Extended Range 5G covers 295 million people across 1.6 million square miles — that’s 2x the geographic coverage of AT&T and 4x more than Verizon. And with Sprint now part of T-Mobile, the Un-carrier is widening its lead, lighting up Ultra Capacity 5G across the country, bringing fast 5G speeds to more places than anyone else. Ultra Capacity 5G can deliver speeds around 300 Mbps with peaks of 1 Gbps, and now covers 140 million people.

Amazing new 5G products and services are quickly being built, and they require a 5G network with capacity and broad reach, one that’s being built to support virtually all types of use cases and provide unprecedented reach. It’s called #5GForAll and only T-Mobile can build it. With its supercharged 5G network as the foundation, T-Mobile is fueling 5G innovation and building the 5G ecosystem with a number of initiatives. The Un-carrier collaborates with universities and standards bodies to support 5G research and development. It <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-georgia-tech-and-curiosity-lab">recently expanded</a> its award-winning T-Mobile Accelerator in collaboration with Georgia Tech and Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners, it operates the <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.t-mobile.com%2Fventures&data=04%7C01%7CAdrienne.Norton%40sprint.com%7C32f08084a5714ff2add008d90e906db2%7C4f8bc0acbd784bf5b55f1b31301d9adf%7C0%7C0%7C637556835942915944%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ObXjInbqtlJsp0iXCpnO%2FNUhIqEwpgpm7fID4zAmSfQ%3D&reserved=0">T-Mobile Ventures</a> investment fund and it is a co-founder of the <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F5goilab.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7CAdrienne.Norton%40sprint.com%7C32f08084a5714ff2add008d90e906db2%7C4f8bc0acbd784bf5b55f1b31301d9adf%7C0%7C0%7C637556835942925938%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=SD7L%2FcX6lyxtR0omvRAI2Np5opZeFK6FbNn4KthBwro%3D&reserved=0">5G Open Innovation Lab</a>.

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About T-Mobile

T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: <a href="http://www.t-mobile.com/">http://www.t-mobile.com</a>.

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Independent network tests continue to prove T-Mobile is the clear 5G leader. In its latest report, Opensignal found T-Mobile customers have the fastest 5G speeds and get a 5G signal more often than anyone else. 

BELLEVUE, Wash. — April 28, 2021 — 5G built faster, larger and more reliable. Yet another independent report finds T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) is delivering a better 5G experience to customers. New independent data from <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.opensignal.com/reports/2021/04/usa/mobile-network-experience-5g" target="_blank">Opensignal</a>, based on real world customer usage from millions of device measurements, shows T-Mobile customers get the fastest 5G download speeds, fastest 5G upload speeds and a 5G signal more often than anyone else. And T-Mobile 5G download speeds jumped a whopping 23% while others stayed virtually unchanged since the beginning of the year.

 “Network report after network report continue to show T-Mobile delivers the fastest and most widely available 5G to customers,” said Neville Ray, President of Technology at T-Mobile. “The inescapable fact is that T-Mobile is the 5G leader, but don’t just take my word for it. The multiple independent reports based on real customer network experiences show the same thing, too.”

As a testament to the super-fast Ultra Capacity 5G T-Mobile has been quickly deploying across the country, Opensignal’s report shows T-Mobile customers’ average 5G download speeds increased by almost 23% since the beginning of the year while speeds on other networks practically stayed the same. This is the second time in a row Opensignal awarded T-Mobile 5G as fastest and most available and the third independent network benchmarking report this month to give T-Mobile top marks for 5G speed and availability. Opensignal’s independent reports and insights are based on measurements of real experience. Its approach relies solely upon billions of device measurements shared by millions of real users every day – recorded in all the places where people actually live, work and travel.

Largest, Fastest and Most Reliable 5G Network T-Mobile is America’s 5G leader. The Un-carrier delivers the fastest and <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/umlaut-most-reliable-5g" target="_blank">most reliable 5G</a> while covering more people and places than anyone else. While other wireless companies only provide their fastest 5G speeds with mmWave in small pockets of some cities, T-Mobile is lighting up Ultra Capacity 5G, the very best kind of 5G with its ability to deliver both broad coverage and fast speeds, across the country. MmWave can provide fast speeds but it won’t travel far and is easily blocked by things like walls, windows and even leaves. T-Mobile already covers 125 million people with Ultra Capacity 5G today and plans to reach 200 million people nationwide by the end of 2021.

On top of Opensignal’s latest findings, additional independent reports also confirm that T-Mobile 5G is #1 in speed and availability. A recent report from <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/5g-leader-fastest-ookla-q1-2021" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ookla</a> found that T-Mobile customers get the fastest 5G speeds and get a 5G signal more often than customers on any other network. And recent tests by research firm <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/umlaut-most-reliable-5g" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">umlaut</a> show T-Mobile customers get the most reliable 5G in the U.S., the most 5G coverage and the highest 5G speed score. T-Mobile is the only wireless provider in the U.S. with 5G wins for speed, coverage and reliability. And while the other networks play catch up, the Un-carrier will keep layering on even more capacity and speed to the nation’s largest 5G network.

For more information on T-Mobile’s network, visit <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage</a>.

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Opensignal Awards – USA: – <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.opensignal.com/reports/2021/04/usa/mobile-network-experience-5g" target="_blank">USA: 5G User Experience Report April 2021</a>, based on independent analysis of average speeds from mobile measurements recorded during the period December 15, 2020 – March 14, 2021 © 2021 Opensignal Limited. Ultra Capacity 5G includes dedicated mid- and/or high-band 5G signals; see <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.t-mobile.com/5Glayers&data=04%7c01%7cDavid.Edwards83%40T-Mobile.com%7c4494fcb48ec24874bce508d898943de9%7cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7c0%7c0%7c637427109747180069%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7c1000&sdata=wf7Y/xVDlgQVFBi5CEtUJTWwOn0uKdULE6jVEYIh6Ho%3D&reserved=0">T-Mobile.com/5Glayers</a>. Capable device required; coverage not available in some areas. Some uses may require certain plan or feature; see T-Mobile.com.

About T-Mobile T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/" target="_blank">https://www.t-mobile.com</a>.

Independent network tests continue to prove T-Mobile is the clear 5G leader. In its latest report, Opensignal found T-Mobile customers have the fastest 5G speeds and get a 5G signal more often than anyone else.

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T-Mobile 5G is Fastest and Most Available According to Millions of Real Customer Experiences Analyzed by Opensignal

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For the last eight years, T-Mobile has been rewriting the rules of a broken, arrogant industry. Now T-Mobile is the network leader, and<a> </a><a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/t-mobiles-next-un-carrier-move-5gforall" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">we showed two weeks ago</a> how this supercharged Un-carrier will write the rules for the 5G era from the start. The contrast between how we are leading now and how Verizon and AT&T led in the early days of wireless is stark. They led with contracts and limits and fees. And we’re leading with free upgrades, disrupting one of America’s most disliked industries – broadband providers – and hiring thousands of people in the heartland. And the network is what makes that difference possible.

Nowhere was that clearer than last month, when in the space of less than 48 hours, we – along with Verizon and AT&T – held investor days to lay out our plans for the next few years, including our plans for 5G after the record-setting C-band spectrum auction. This gave a very clear picture of the current and future state of 5G in this country and an even clearer picture of T-Mobile’s leadership. But don’t take my word for it, here’s how one analyst characterized it:

“The most important takeaway here is that T-Mobile’s clear spectrum advantage was fully reinforced by all three players. Put simply…T-Mobile wins.”  <a href="#_ftn1">[1]</a>

“They [T-Mobile] will be first to 5G, and they will be best in 5G. Everything we heard from all three carriers over three days underscored that simple point.”<a href="#_ftn2">[2]</a>

As much as I enjoy seeing the world recognize reality, there are a few facts worth highlighting about the current state of 5G in this country and what that means for the future.

We’re now in the second phase of 5G, and it’s all about mid-band. The first phase of 5G was confusing, like watching a basketball team play a football and baseball team simultaneously. We all had radically different strategies. Verizon was focused on mmWave but limited 5G coverage. AT&T was focused on marketing 4G as if it were 5G. And at T-Mobile, we were focused on laying the foundation for 5G with low-band spectrum and delivered nationwide 5G coverage

In this second phase, everyone in the industry is playing the same game – building out optimal mid-band spectrum to deliver the perfect combo of speeds and coverage. Often called the “goldilocks” of spectrum for this reason, mid-band spectrum is clearly the global sweet spot for 5G. It’s going to be much easier to compare progress and benchmark success in this phase of 5G, which leads me to my second point.

T-Mobile has a winning hand and a lasting advantage. Verizon and AT&T have very limited mid-band deployments to date while T-Mobile started preparing for the Sprint merger well over two years ago and began work in earnest last year. Already, we cover 125 million people with mid-band 5G today. By the end of 2021, we expect to reach 200 million nationwide. By end of 2022, that’ll grow to 250 million, and to nearly 285 million (90% of Americans) by the end of 2023. And we’ll only continue to grow from there at a pace that can’t be matched.

By comparison, Verizon announced plans to cover 100 million people with mid-band over the next 12 months and 175 million by the end of 2023 – just 61% of T-Mobile’s planned coverage. AT&T said they expect to cover just 75 million people by the end of 2022 and 100 million people by early 2023, a fraction of T-Mobile’s coverage.

So even once competitive deployments are well underway, by the end of this year, T-Mobile will cover twice as many people as Verizon.

“T-Mobile has a strong performance lead. Three factors will drive ‘fast 5G’ network performance: 1) POPs covered; 2) the consistency of performance in covered markets; 3) capacity per subscriber. T-Mobile has a strong lead on all three measures, which should drive accelerating market share gains. They will maintain this lead through the forecast period and perhaps indefinitely.”<a href="#_ftn3">[3]</a>

Now that they’ve invested tens of billions to acquire C-band spectrum, Verizon will have access to 60 MHz and AT&T will have access to 40 MHz of their new C-band spectrum by the end of this year and will have to wait until the end of 2023 to use the rest. And, of course, we had just the right success in this spectrum auction ourselves to round out our network strategy… and will get access to that spectrum at the same time.

But beyond this, T-Mobile’s winning hand and lasting advantage includes an amazing team. That’s why we have achieved so many 5G <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier-network-list-of-firsts" target="_blank">firsts</a>, including being the first – and still only – to light up <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/standalone-5g-launch" target="_blank">standalone 5G</a>. It’s why we have the largest, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/5g-leader-fastest-ookla-q1-2021" target="_blank">fastest</a> and now <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/umlaut-most-reliable-5g" target="_blank">the most reliable 5G network</a>. And that’s why we’re the premier provider positioned to deliver innovations like <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-ericsson-lg-mediatek-5g-carrier-aggregation" target="_blank">5G carrier aggregation</a>, ever-expanding 5G coverage, improved network response times and combined layers of capacity for greater speed and performance. Competition delivers!

The laws of physics don’t bend One analyst had this to say about the physics of mid-band:

“[T-Mobile’s] spectrum propagates farther. This last point – the propagation advantage of 2.5 GHz – hung over both Verizon’s and AT&T’s presentations, but neither was able to make a convincing case that they would be able to counter this advantage.”<a href="#_ftn4">[4]</a>

C-band spectrum is great. We bought a bunch of it, too. But spectrum obeys the immutable laws of physics. The higher the frequency, the shorter the distance it can travel and the more easily it is blocked by objects. C-band is 3.7 to 3.98 GHz. T-Mobile’s existing mid-band 5G network uses 2.5 GHz spectrum. Higher banded spectrum cannot travel as far.

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