{"id":69220,"date":"2019-05-30T21:22:00","date_gmt":"2019-05-30T15:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-sprint-lights-up-true-mobile-5g-in-houston\/"},"modified":"2019-05-30T21:24:08","modified_gmt":"2019-05-31T01:24:08","slug":"sprint-lanza-la-verdadera-red-movil-5g-en-houston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/sprint-lanza-la-verdadera-red-movil-5g-en-houston\/","title":{"rendered":"Sprint Lights Up True Mobile 5G in Houston"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">HOUSTON<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">May 30, 2019<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; Today Sprint&#8217;s (NYSE: S) on-the-go customers in <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> are among the first in the world to experience the power and performance of true mobile 5G. The next generation of wireless service is here, delivering blazing-fast download speeds from downtown <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> to Memorial City Mall and City Centre Plaza, covering approximately 165 square miles and 800,000 people. Sprint 5G will power new experiences for wireless customers in <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span>, from gaming and entertainment services, to IoT and business applications.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg3fdcleft\" style=\"WIDTH: 100%; TEXT-ALIGN: left\" dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg3fdcleft\" title=\"The next generation of wireless service is here, covering approximately 165 square miles and 800,000 people across Houston\" border=\"0\" alt=\"The next generation of wireless service is here, covering approximately 165 square miles and 800,000 people across Houston\" align=\"middle\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/894918\/Sprint_Houston_5G.jpg\" imagelabel=\"General\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Today Sprint also launched mobile 5G service in areas of <span class=\"xn-location\">Atlanta<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Dallas-Fort Worth<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Kansas City<\/span>, with service expected to launch in areas of <span class=\"xn-location\">Chicago<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Los Angeles<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">New York City<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Phoenix<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Washington, D.C.<\/span> in the coming weeks. Sprint mobile 5G will cover approximately 2,180 square miles and 11.5 million people total across all 9 market areas, giving Sprint the largest initial 5G coverage footprint in the U.S. <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We&#8217;re proud to give our <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> customers true mobility and the largest initial 5G footprint in the country,&#8221; said Sprint CEO <span class=\"xn-person\">Michel Combes<\/span>. &#8220;Sprint 5G is a platform for innovation in <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> that will create new opportunities and growth across a wide range of industries from healthcare and manufacturing, to agriculture, transportation, hospitality and more.&#8221;\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sprint mobile 5G is available across the cultural center of <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span>, from the downtown area to Memorial City Mall and City Centre Plaza.\u00a0Customers can experience dramatically faster download speeds and increased network capacity at popular destinations including major stadiums such as NRG Park, BBVA Compass, Minute Maid, Toyota Center; major universities such as <span class=\"xn-org\">University of Houston<\/span>, Rice, <span class=\"xn-org\">Texas Southern<\/span>, as well as around the Museum District, Houston Zoo, Medical Center and Memorial Park.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The launch of 5G in <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> is a game-changer bringing with it the potential for a much more connected city,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> Mayor <span class=\"xn-person\">Sylvester Turner<\/span>. &#8220;We could see better traffic flow on our streets leading to shorter commutes, cost-savings and reduction in energy usage, and improved public safety, education and other services. Perhaps most importantly, 5G wireless service will help to drive economic growth by making <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> an even more attractive place to live, work and play.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>At the foundation of Sprint 5G is Massive MIMO, a breakthrough technology that dramatically improves network capacity. In <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span>, Sprint is using 64T64R (64 transmitters 64 receivers) 5G Massive MIMO radios from Ericsson. These radios support split-mode, enabling Sprint to simultaneously deliver LTE Advanced and 5G NR service. Sprint&#8217;s 5G Massive MIMO radios run on its 2.5 GHz mid-band spectrum, and they are deployed on Sprint&#8217;s existing 4G cell sites, providing a nearly identical footprint for both 2.5 GHz LTE and 5G NR coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Fredrik Jejdling, Executive Vice President and Head of Networks, Ericsson, said: &#8220;Ericsson is working together with Sprint to unleash the power of 5G on Sprint&#8217;s network. Our 5G Massive MIMO radios will provide Sprint users with a true next-generation experience, enabling advanced applications for businesses and consumers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>The Hottest 5G Devices <br \/><\/b>Sprint is building one of the largest 5G device portfolios in the U.S. to give customers more choice in how they access 5G. Customers can experience 5G mobility and blazing-fast download speeds with <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=1897902279&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.sprint.com%2Fsprints-first-5g-smartphone-lg-v50-thinq-5g-launches-this-spring.htm&amp;a=LG+V50+ThinQTM+5G\" rel=\"nofollow\">LG V50 ThinQ<sup>TM<\/sup> 5G<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=2629918705&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.sprint.com%2Fsprint-us-exclusive-htc-5g-hub-delivers-5g-speed-for-up-to-20-devices.htm&amp;a=HTC+5G+Hub\" rel=\"nofollow\">HTC 5G Hub<\/a>, and this summer, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=197147569&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.sprint.com%2Fsprint-brings-great-network-at-great-price-to-next-generation-samsung-galaxy-phones.htm&amp;a=Samsung+Galaxy+S10+5G\" rel=\"nofollow\">Samsung Galaxy S10 5G<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Using a key 5G technology, dual-connectivity (EN-DC), Sprint is delivering 4G LTE and 5G simultaneously to customers&#8217; devices, enabling faster download speeds than before and a better overall experience on capable devices. Additional features include:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>LG V50 ThinQ 5G <\/b>offers striking clarity and vibrant colors with LG&#8217;s OLED display and great audio quality via stereo speakers, DTS:X 3D Surround and Hi-Fi Quad DAC. Gamers can enjoy all the rich graphics and fast-moving fun of their favorite games without delays, whether they&#8217;re playing in the living room or at the bus stop. With Sprint&#8217;s limited time pricing, LG V50 ThinQ 5G is just <span class=\"xn-money\">$24<\/span> per month with <span class=\"xn-money\">$0<\/span> down with Sprint Flex lease \u2013 that&#8217;s half off the lease price.<sup>1<\/sup> \u00a0 <\/li>\n<li><b>HTC 5G Hub <\/b>is exclusive to Sprint in the U.S. This unique and powerful device enables smooth <span class=\"xn-money\">4K<\/span> video streaming for an amazing TV viewing experience, lower latency, virtually buffer-free gaming, and 5G mobile hotspot connectivity for up to 20 users in a compact desktop box with a 5-inch display. Within the Wi-Fi radius of HTC 5G Hub, non-5G devices such as laptops, tablets, phones and TVs can easily experience the speed of Sprint 5G. HTC 5G Hub is just <span class=\"xn-money\">$12.50<\/span> per month \u2013 that&#8217;s a savings of 50%. Customers can activate HTC 5G Hub with 100 GB of high-speed data for just <span class=\"xn-money\">$60<\/span> per month for a limited time.<sup>2<\/sup><\/li>\n<li><b>Samsung Galaxy S10 5G <\/b>\u2013 Sprint customers can also experience Sprint 5G on Samsung Galaxy S10 beginning this summer. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Beginning tomorrow, <span class=\"xn-chron\">Friday, May 31<\/span>, LG V50 ThinQ 5G and HTC 5G Hub will be available in retail stores in <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span>. Customers in 5G markets can also order 5G-capable products by visiting <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=4043686483&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprint.com%2F&amp;a=www.sprint.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.sprint.com<\/a> or calling 1-800-SPRINT1. Visit <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=3131085700&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprint.com%2Fsprint5G&amp;a=www.sprint.com%2Fsprint5G\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.sprint.com\/sprint5G<\/a>\u00a0for more information on Sprint 5G coverage. <\/p>\n<p><b>Unleash the Power of 5G with Unlimited Premium and Hatch <br \/><\/b><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=510186741&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprint.com%2Funlimited&amp;a=Unlimited+Premium\" rel=\"nofollow\">Unlimited Premium<\/a> is the plan of choice for Sprint&#8217;s 5G-enabled phones with Unlimited data, talk and text nationwide, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Twitch Prime, Tidal HiFi and 100GB LTE mobile hotspot. As Sprint&#8217;s best Unlimited value, it costs just <span class=\"xn-money\">$80<\/span> per month with AutoPay for one line \u2013 a value of nearly <span class=\"xn-money\">$150<\/span> per month.<sup>3<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Sprint is collaborating with cloud gaming pioneer <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=856100369&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplayhatch.com%2F&amp;a=Hatch\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hatch<\/a> to deliver an unrivalled game-streaming experience. Gamers on Sprint 5G will be among the first in the U.S. to experience Hatch&#8217;s mobile 5G cloud gaming service.<\/p>\n<p>Hatch features unlimited on-demand access to a curated portfolio of more than 100 premium mobile games, including exclusive Hatch Originals like <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=1747362718&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplayhatch.com%2Fnews%2Farkanoid-rising-press-kit%2F&amp;a=Arkanoid+Rising\" rel=\"nofollow\">Arkanoid Rising<\/a>. It also includes a rich social gaming experience \u2013 competitive leaderboards and shared gameplay sessions with voice chat and the ability to connect with friends and join live tournaments. Hatch Kids is a safe space for kids to play, create and learn without advertising or in-game purchasing.<\/p>\n<p><b>#5GForAll <br \/><\/b>As Sprint launches mobile 5G in metro areas of nine U.S. markets, the company continues to advocate for a merger with T-Mobile to accelerate the deployment of a ubiquitous, nationwide 5G network that includes coverage in rural locations. The combined company will have the resources and technology to build a 5G network that fuels innovation across every industry, dramatically increasing competition, unleashing new economic growth, and creating thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in U.S. economic value. Together, the combined company will lead the world in next-generation technology services and applications, bringing 5G service to nearly all Americans.<\/p>\n<p>To follow Sprint&#8217;s 5G and Next-Gen Network build, visit\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=383501074&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.sprint.com%2Fnetwork%2F&amp;a=http%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.sprint.com%2Fnetwork%2F\" rel=\"nofollow\">http:\/\/newsroom.sprint.com\/network\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Sprint: <br \/><\/b>Sprint (NYSE: S) is a communications services company that\u00a0creates more and better ways to connect its customers to the things they care about most.\u00a0Sprint served 54.5 million connections as of <span class=\"xn-chron\">March 31, 2019<\/span> and is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including the first wireless 4G service from a national carrier in <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span>; leading no-contract brands including Virgin Mobile <span class=\"xn-location\">USA<\/span>, Boost Mobile, and Assurance Wireless; instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities; and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. Today, Sprint&#8217;s legacy of innovation and service continues with an increased investment to dramatically improve coverage, reliability, and speed across its nationwide network and commitment to launching a 5G mobile network in the U.S. You can learn more and visit Sprint at <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=4043686483&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sprint.com%2F&amp;a=www.sprint.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.sprint.com<\/a> or <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=1717772329&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsprint&amp;a=www.facebook.com%2Fsprint\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.facebook.com\/sprint<\/a> and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2481925-1&amp;h=2274811100&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Fsprint&amp;a=www.twitter.com%2Fsprint\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.twitter.com\/sprint<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><sup>1<\/sup>\u00a0Requires capable plan, content and <span class=\"xn-money\">4K<\/span> external display. Phone does not display <span class=\"xn-money\">4K<\/span>. 5G coverage will be limited in select cities. See Sprint.com\/coverage for actual coverage and availability. <br \/><sup>2<\/sup>\u00a0New customers must activate 5G handsets on the Unlimited Premium plan. Existing customers must have eligible plan and may be required to change plans. Pricing shown with AutoPay. <span class=\"xn-person\">One Hulu<\/span> ad-supported plan per eligible Sprint account. HD content varies by device and connection. MHS reduced to 3G speeds after 100GB\/month. Data deprioritization during congestion. Excludes taxes, fees and roaming. <br \/><sup>3 <\/sup>1 Hulu ad-supported plan per eligible Sprint acct. HD content varies by device &amp; connection. Includes Tidal HiFi. MHS reduced to 3G speeds after 100 GB\/mo. Data deprioritization during congestion. Excludes taxes, fees and roaming. Restrictions apply. Amazon Prime has a <span class=\"xn-money\">$12.99<\/span>\/month value.<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgb72dleft\" style=\"WIDTH: 100%; TEXT-ALIGN: left\" dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgb72dleft\" title=\"Sprint Corp. Logo\" style=\"HEIGHT: 400px; WIDTH: 283px\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Sprint Corp. 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The next generation of wireless service is here, delivering blazing-fast download speeds from downtown <span class=\"xn-location\">Houston<\/span> to Memorial City Mall and City Centre Plaza, covering approximately 165 square miles and 800,000 people. Sprint 5G will power&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":69221,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-69220","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-internet-y-tecnologia"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69220","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=69220"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69220\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/69221"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=69220"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=69220"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=69220"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}