The New T-Mobile (the combined T-Mobile-Sprint if the deal is approved) will offer 5G to subscribers with a tri-band approach that includes a low-frequency band, mid-band and millimeter wave band. Low frequency spectrum travels farther and passes through structures. The millimeter wave bands are limited in terms of distance with the signal covering less than a square mile. The mmW band also has a harder time passing through walls. And T-Mobile says that if allowed to close its merger with Sprint, the combined company "will have critical mid-band spectrum to enable broad AND deep nationwide 5G coverage."

"This is a huge accomplishment for Neville and his team, who had a vision for nationwide 5G and are building it out the right way – across multiple spectrum bands. While the other guys focus on 5G millimeter wave on a handful of blocks in a handful of cities, we’re building 5G for everyone, everywhere! And together with Sprint, we’ll add much-needed spectrum depth, creating a truly transformative 5G network!"-John Legere, CEO, T-Mobile

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