It’s finally here. The latest Speedtest Connectivity Report from Ookla. Once again, we get to see how our major cellular carriers stack up against each other. This particular mobile connectivity report provides an in-depth analysis of network performance across the United States for the second half of 2024. Based on millions of consumer-initiated tests, the […]
The deployment of 5G networks is progressing rapidly as the demand for faster and more reliable connectivity continues to grow. The standalone (SA) deployment model marks a significant milestone in the evolution of 5G, offering lower latency, increased bandwidth, and improved reliability compared to earlier network configurations. Using Ookla Speedtest Intelligence® data, this article tracks […]
The ongoing improvement of 5G performance in the United States is closely tied to the increasing availability of mid-band spectrum. In March 2024, T-Mobile began utilizing additional 2.5 GHz spectrum acquired in a 2022 auction, significantly boosting its 5G network capacity, particularly in rural areas. This led to a notable increase in median download speeds, […]
As of yesterday, Ookla released their latest data on 5G speeds for the third quarter of 2023. Results are showing the difference between 5G and fixed broadband download speeds in the U.S. is getting closer. Scoring a Median Download Speed of 221.57 Mbps, T-Mobile led the race. That’s compared to Verizon’s 153.79 Mbps median download […]
