Firstnet. As of August 15 th, Firstnet is working to expand its 5G network. According to the announcement, “By the end of 2021, we expect to offer 5G+ connectivity in parts of more than 40 cities and 40 venues”. This is a big step for AT&T and Firstnet ensuring that their clients stay in touch and have the latest technology. Frontline
The reason FirstNet is so much faster is because it was built on a dedicated communications platform and uses dedicated spectrum. AT&T is in the process of transitioning FirstNet to 5G, however …
According to the results of tests taken with Speedtest as analyzed by AT&T, FirstNet once again performed faster than any commercial network. 1. These results come as the number of markets with the FirstNet Band 14 spectrum nears 650. 2 We’re moving quickly with about 65% of our nationwide coverage targets completed well ahead of schedule.
In less than 5 years, 56 states and territories unanimously opted-in to FirstNet; we launched the highly secure, dedicated FirstNet network core to give first responders their own connectivity platform; and added so many square miles to the FirstNet service area that it was like we added the entire state of California nearly 3 times over.
According to the firstnet coverage map I would have LTE signal in a tiny rural town, assuming I had a band 14 capable phone. I just picked a random town that I have passed through once recently so I know HSPA or HSPA+ is the only signal there, at least using an iPhone X. Firstnet shows LTE with priority .
Disclaimer: I use both FirstNet, subscriber-paid, and Verizon with a "premium network access"-including unlimited plan and DHS priority services available, and have no vested interest. Some of this subreddit includes more technically-inclined folks as well as others simply interested in FirstNet/AT&T development, obviously.
FirstNet is the only nationwide wireless broadband communications platform dedicated to America’s first responders and public safety community. This reliable, highly-secure communications platform brings reliability to public safety agencies and first responders—helping them make faster and better decisions to keep themselves and the public …
FirstNet rate plans provide a good value and a smart investment. FirstNet plans offer a broad range of wireless voice, text, and data services and are competitively priced. Subscription to FirstNet plans also includes: Nationwide coverage on an all-band solution, including AT&T LTE bands and Band 14 Access to mmWave (5G+) services*
