Talk:United States/@comment-190.140.96.145-20180131211204/@comment-190.140.96.145-20180202012359

I understand why you go into so much detail on frequency bands. In fact, I think this is one of the wiki's best articles. Staying connected while abroad had become a seamless experience with most phones being quadband, only to be made complicated once again with LTE's multiple bands, even if it's bridged the gap between CDMA and GSM networks. The point of the OP is that it's much easier for visitors from the rest of the Americas to use their devices there, thus readers from those countries don't need to worry as much. This comes from years of traveling between Latin America and the U.S. taking all types of GSM phones (incl. burners) in both directions with no issues.

T-Mobile's coverage in small towns and rural areas used to be very bad indeed but AT&T's failed acquisition attempt and subsequent early termination fee payments, merging with MetroPCS and spectrum acquisitions and transfers from Verizon and others have made for a complete turnaround. The use of band 71 in rural areas could inconvenience many even in the U.S. but is important for T-Mobile as the 600 MHz frequency covers wider areas and provides stronger coverage indoors and over irregular terrain. As technology changes ever faster, more and more devices will support band 71 particularly in regions where it becomes common and locals and visitors alike will benefit in the long term.

I might go to the U.S. later this year. I'll be sure to report anything noteworthy. Thank you and keep up the good work.