[Skip to content](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/press/statement-transfer-of-spectrum-from-att-to-t-mobile-approved-by#maincontent) [Newsroom](https://www.t-mobile.com/news)Toggle secondary navigation - [Network](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network) - [Devices](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/devices) - [Un-carrier](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/un-carrier) - [Community](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/community) - [Offers](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/offers) - [Business](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/business) English [Press Release](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/press) # Statement: Transfer of Spectrum from AT&T to T‑Mobile Approved by FCC April 24, 2012  2 min read - Facebook IconShare on Facebook - Share on Twitter - LinkedIn IconShare on LinkedIn New Spectrum a Catalyst for T-Mobile’s Plans to Launch LTE in 2013 Bellevue, Wash. — Apr. 25, 2012 2013-04-11 09:01:01 This week, the FCC approved the transfer of AWS spectrum licenses from AT&T to T-Mobile USA, agreed to as part of the breakup of the proposed merger between the two companies. This transfer provides T-Mobile with a large package of valuable AWS mobile spectrum in 128 Cellular Market Areas (CMAs), including 12 of the top 20 markets. “We applaud the FCC for acting swiftly to approve the transfer of these spectrum licenses,” said Neville Ray, chief technology officer, T-Mobile USA. “Securing this additional spectrum was a key catalyst for our plans to launch LTE in 2013 and is therefore good news for our customers.” T-Mobile recently announced its 4G evolution strategy. The company will invest $4 billion on network modernization to improve existing voice and data coverage, and broadly deploy LTE in 2013. T-Mobile continues to need more AWS spectrum to support its 4G evolution efforts and the continued growth in mobile data services. __Lindsay Morio__ T-Mobile USA Media Relations 425-383-4002 [mediarelations@t-mobile.com](mailto:mediarelations@t-mobile.com) __About T-Mobile USA:__ Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is the U.S. wireless operation of Deutsche Telekom AG (OTCQX: DTEGY). By the end of the fourth quarter of 2011, approximately 129 million mobile customers were served by the mobile communication segments of the Deutsche Telekom group — 33.2 million by T-Mobile USA — all via a common technology platform based on GSM and UMTS and additionally HSPA+ 21/HSPA+ 42. T-Mobile USA’s innovative wireless products and services help empower people to connect to those who matter most. Multiple independent research studies continue to rank T-Mobile USA among the highest in numerous regions throughout the U.S. in wireless customer care and call quality. For more information, please visit http://www.T-Mobile.com. T-Mobile is a federally registered trademark of Deutsche Telekom AG. For further information on Deutsche Telekom, please visit www.telekom.de/investor-relations. ## Related Stories [More Stories](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/stories) [ \ NetworkPress Release \ __T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom Announce 2026 T Challenge Winners, Advancing AI-Powered Innovation__ \ April 29, 2026|3 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-and-deutsche-telekom-announce-2026-t-challenge-winners-advancing-ai-powered-innovation) [ \ BusinessPress Release \ __T-Mobile Delivers Continued Durable Postpaid Account and ARPA Growth, Translating to Best-in-Class Financial Growth, Raises Guidance__ \ April 28, 2026|17 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/business/t-mobile-q1-2026-earnings) [ \ DevicesPress Release \ __T-Mobile Pairs iPhone 17e and iPad Air with Plans that Bring Built-in Value from Day One__ \ March 02, 2026|11 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/devices/iphone-17e-ipad-air) [ \ NetworkPress Release \ __T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom Launch Joint 6G Innovation Hub to Advance AI-Native Networks__ \ February 28, 2026|4 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-and-deutsche-telekom-6g-innovation-hub)