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    Sprint was deploying LTE only in the PCS Band (Band 25/1900MHz). Due to LTE having a more fragile air link, it is causing LTE in this band to have less coverage than 3G. They are now adding the SMR Band (Band 26/800MHz). Band 26 LTE offers a significant coverage increase over Band 25, and penetrates buildings much better. Speeds on Band 26 will be faster for awhile than Band 25 as there are less users on it. Additionally, Sprint is deploying in the EBS/BRS band (Band 41/2600MHz). Sprint has a lot of spectrum in Band 41, which allows wider channels for much faster speeds. Sprint is converting their existing WiMax network to Band 41 now and starting to add it to their existing Band 25/26 sites in a few months. All Sprint LTE devices support Band 25. Only Sprint Triband phones and the iPhone 5C/5S support Band 26. And only Sprint Triband phones support Band 41. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    They won't. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    This is a bad assumption. There are not many devices anymore on the Sprint network that you can use simultaneous voice and data, except WiFi. To use simultaneous voice and LTE, you need a single band LTE device. To use simultaneous voice and 3G, you need one of the first generation Sprint LTE devices. If you need simultaneous voice and data and one of these newest devices, you will need to go to another provider. Sprint is only producing Triband LTE devices, and they do not support simultaneous voice and data except on WiFi. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    That's my favorite part of Band 41. Speeds are good even with poor signals. I once got 10Mbps from a -130dBm signal. And I once pulled 3Mbps at -140dBm RSRP. Gotta like that. Robert via Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    Sounds like Los Alamos. Robert via Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    The physical Network Vision upgrades are complete when the first technology is accepted. So a 3G site is complete in the fact that all the equipment is installed. Even for LTE. However, LTE cannot go live at a 3G only accepted site until the upgraded backhaul is ready. Then an LTE integration team will come visit the site and bring up the LTE too. Robert via Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    But do they leave ring around the collar? Robert
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    I changed your name above your avatar to the LTE Hunter. Robert
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    I have seen lots of Sprint docs that reference network initiated load balancing with Network Vision equipment. I have not seen any caveats due to OEM. Which there are often when one of the vendors cannot provide the noted feature. Robert
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    Since no carrier has a custom LTE icon for the Nexus 4 or 5, I'm banking on that consistency with the Spark update. I'm just expecting the same ol same ol LTE icon. Robert
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    It's so vague, that it can keep the promise. I think most Network Vision site upgrades are going to be complete in the next 30-60 days. Notice it does not mention LTE anywhere. I do think it's a feeble attempt to keep people from leaving, but there is an air of truth to it. Even if it is meant to mislead. And since there will be likely LTE of some sort in every market before the end of this period, it will probably be effective. If I was stuck in Sprint's exact situation at this point in the game, I would probably do the same. However, I feel like we need to here at S4GRU build the right expectations for our members. And they should expect the next 30 days to look like the last 30 days. With the exception that there may be some LTE in places that currently do not have any. Robert
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    Virtually all WiMax sites will get Band 41 LTE in one of three phases. So far, Band 25 is only being deployed on Network Vision sites. Some WiMax sites may eventually get upgraded to full Network Vision. But Sprint is not working on that currently. More details are available in the Premier Sponsor section. Robert
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    No accepted sites in yesterday's reports for the ABQ market. Robert
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    Sprint is not done with backhaul in Denver. He is saying that Network Vision sites are about to be brought online in clusters. Sites within those clusters that do have upgraded backhaul will also have their LTE brought online. But do not expect a complete citywide or clusterwide LTE launch all at once. Robert
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    Yes. I have been up to the maximum 37.5Mbps for a 5MHz channel. However, any speeds above ~20Mbps on Sprint's Band 25 LTE are indicative of an underburdened LTE carrier. That is not normal. About the best Sprint can realistically maintain on a 5MHz channel is 5-12Mbps. Below 5, and it's overburdened. Over 12 is just gravy. Robert
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    Sounds like CSFB. The One Max is a CSFB dependent device for LTE. The One is not. This article explains: http://s4gru.com/index.php?/blog/1/entry-357-nexus-5-and-lg-g2-experience-temporary-sprint-lte-connectivity-issues-due-to-circuit-switched-fallback-technology/ As CSFB is deployed around the Buffalo area, your One Max will be able to pick up LTE on all the sites the One can. And in the not too distant future, the Max will pick up more. Because it supports two more bands than the One does. Robert
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    An emoticon for every occasion. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    Repeaters are great for canyons. Places technically served by a macro cell, but the signal is being blocked by physical obstruction...like canyon walls. In a canyon, you could climb the wall and actually get a macro cell signal. The repeater just fills in the canyon shadows with a usable signal. As far as 911 calls, it wouldn't be extremely helpful to triangulate off a repeater as likely the device will not see any other signals...hence the reason for the repeater. But they will be able to triangulate on the repeater and know to start focusing on the area that the repeater serves. The same problem exists on sites that have only one site for many miles. Can't triangulate in that instance either. Also, as far as 911, is it better to not have a repeater at all and have no signal and cannot call 911 to begin with? Or is it better to be able to call 911 and they will have to provide the location themselves for help? I prefer the latter. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    Kids Incorporated Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    Not likely, at least a WiMax agreement anyway. Sprint didn't have to keep any agreements when they purchased Clear. They either gave them a new agreement that ends with the end of the WiMax network, or possibly, they have worked out a new long term LTE deal with them keeping WiMax in the interim. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    I moved to South Dakota and out of Sprint service at the end of summer last year. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    Other than the notable exceptions of Norfolk, Richmond, Raleigh/Durham, Winston/Salem and Charlotte. There were a lot of sites in these former Motorola markets that went to 4G first. Thus, any purple pin sites still in these markets would likely encounter CSFB issues. But, as you rightly point out, the DC market should not be having CSFB issues. For the reason you list, and that its an incumbent Lucent market (so CSFB could be deployed on legacy). Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    I did receive a notification that Tapatalk has new server extensions for our version of IPBoard. I will try to install those updates tomorrow and see if that helps. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    They may have to repeat new bands/blocks that were not in use at time of manufacture. The PCS G Block was not a licensed block in the PCS band then. Also, it may be useful now to repeat the SMR band too. And maybe even Band 41 in some places. To handle these new technologies/bands, they would likely need new equipment. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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    It's not just Sprint. Tmo and AT&T devices are the same way. Verizon is the only hold out left. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro
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