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An Update on Dish’s 5G and VoNR Performance

A year after initially testing Dish Network’s 5G network in Las Vegas, Signals Research Group (SRG) conducted a new round of tests, revealing significant performance improvements. According to Mike Thelander, president of SRG, there were major enhancements in performance between the two studies. The key highlight was the downlink performance, showcasing much higher peak and average data speeds on Dish Wireless network. These improvements were attributed to a denser network cell grid and a more effective implementation of downlink carrier aggregation, including support for 3 component carriers (3CC). Dish had recently emphasized its implementation of carrier aggregation technology.

In terms of download speeds, SRG reported an average connection speed of 307 Mbit/s, with speeds reaching nearly 500 Mbit/s at the 90th percentile. These results were more than double the speeds observed in 2022. Despite the network being lightly loaded, SRG noted that this was a common scenario in 5G networks.

Voice calling, utilizing Voice over 5G New Radio (VoNR) technology, also saw notable improvements. VoNR voice quality was significantly better than in 2022, with the absence of erratic Mean Opinion Score (MOS) scoring behavior observed previously. However, there was still room for improvement in voice quality, although the phones remained connected to the Dish Wireless network throughout all VoNR drive testing.

On the downside, SRG found that Dish’s uplink performance was not satisfactory, emphasizing the need for improvement in this area. This finding highlighted Dish’s ongoing pursuit of T-Mobile’s 800MHz spectrum, partly to enhance its uplink capabilities.

SRG’s tests were conducted using professional network testing equipment, including smartphones from Motorola and Samsung, as well as equipment from vendors such as Accuver Americas, Rohde & Schwarz, and Spirent Communications. The tests primarily utilized Dish’s Band 70 (AWS-4) spectrum holdings. Despite some limitations, such as data speed reductions after reaching 50GB of high-speed monthly data usage, SRG’s findings underline Dish Network’s substantial progress in enhancing its 5G network performance in Las Vegas.

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Dish’s 5G Network Makes Significant Strides with the FCC

Yesterday, Dish Network made significant strides in the 5G realm, announcing the successful clearance of two out of three 5G network buildout requirements mandated by the FCC. The completion of the final requirement is anticipated by next year.

Dish had long held unused spectrum designated for wireless network construction. Despite this, they remained inactive for a decade. However, in June of the previous year, they achieved the FCC’s 70% population coverage benchmark for their 5G network.

With the recent FCC approvals, Dish’s 5G network gains substantial ground in the wireless market. The acquisition of Boost Mobile from Sprint also contributed to their growth, although the company continues to face challenges in attracting new users.

According to Dish’s filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the pending commitment involves verifying the network speeds. The company is mandated to provide download speeds of 35 Mbps and will employ an FCC-approved drive test process.

Looking ahead, Dish faces a more daunting task in 2025: covering 75% of the country’s population. Experts highlight the considerable difficulty due to geographic obstacles, especially in reaching sparsely populated remote areas.

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DISH Wireless Expands Their 5G Network to 70% of the U.S.

DISH Wireless has reached a significant milestone in the U.S. telecom industry by providing 5G broadband service to over 70 percent of the American population. This grants more than 240 million people access to cutting-edge connectivity technology. The accomplishment demonstrates DISH’s ability to design, construct, and deploy a groundbreaking 5G network within just three years. Furthermore, DISH has fulfilled all of its commitments to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as of June 14, 2023, including the launch of over 15,000 5G sites.

Dave Mayo, the executive vice president of Network Development at DISH Wireless, expressed gratitude for the tireless efforts of their teams in establishing the world’s first and only 5G cloud-native Open RAN network. He also acknowledged the continuous support and collaboration of their partners as DISH takes the lead in Open RAN deployment.

DISH has taken a pioneering step as the first wireless service provider in the U.S. to introduce 5G voice service, known as voice over new radio (VoNR). After its initial deployment in Las Vegas last year, DISH has expanded VoNR functionality to other markets. Presently, the VoNR service is accessible to over 70 million individuals across the country through Boost Mobile and Boost Infinite. DISH intends to expand the availability of VoNR service as they optimize their network for this advanced voice technology.

John Swieringa, the president and chief operating officer of DISH Wireless, emphasized the company’s crucial role in transforming America’s wireless infrastructure and global communication through their leadership in Open RAN technology. Swieringa mentioned the significant progress made in the network build-out and the forthcoming focus on generating revenue through retail and enterprise growth. As more markets across the nation offer the DISH 5G network for voice, text, and data services, DISH anticipates reaping the benefits of owner economics.

Customers can access the DISH 5G broadband network through Project Genesis, which allows them to provide valuable feedback on network performance, benefiting all retail wireless users. This opportunity is available to eligible individuals within the 70 percent coverage area. To sign up for Project Genesis unlimited data, voice, and text services, individuals can visit Genesis5G.com. Additionally, Project Genesis subscribers can now enjoy the Motorola edge+ 2023 device, equipped with three carrier aggregation supporting Bands 29, 66, 70, and 712.

The DISH 5G network is also accessible to Boost Mobile and Boost Infinite subscribers in over 50 markets nationwide, provided they own or purchase a device compatible with the network. Throughout the year, DISH will continue to expand availability to more markets and introduce network-compatible devices for the DISH 5G network.

DISH intends to submit its FCC buildout report no later than July 14, 2023.

For a comprehensive list of DISH’s wireless partners, please visit DISHWireless.com/home.

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