Verizon Wireless is beginning to sell smarpthones that can use the AWeSome fast AWS LTE spectrum. AWS LTE data speeds will be alsmost twice as fast as LTE speeds. AWS LTE is scheduled to launch in New York in the next few months.
Recently it was revealed that the Samsung Galaxy S 4 on Verizon would be upgraded via sofware to AWS.
Verizon spokesman Tom Pica confirmed that the GS 4 and the Nokia Lumia 928 are the first AWS smartphones from Verizon Wireless. He also noted that the BlackBerry Q10, two 10" Samsung tablets, two Jetpack hotspots and a USB antenna from Verizon Wireless will be AWS capable. All AWS devices will need a software update to work with the new networks.
The first device with AWS capability was put on the market in November of last year. Most of the Verizon 4G LTE devices going forward will be AWS-capable. When AWS is activated later this year, Verizon will clarify which devices will be able to work. Mmmnn this could be why the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4 was launched later than other carriers' models.
Verizon is offering a special deal on the New Nokia Lumia 928, for $49.99 (enter promo VZWDEAL, discount shows at checkout)known for its great low-light photography, with comes with a $25 app credit.
The build-out is needed to keep up with the huge traffic.
Verizon Wireless bought AWS spectrum from cable companies in 2012 which is will double Verizon's LTE capacity.