Sprint Plans On Expanding Its 4G Footprint Service And To Offer More 4G Devices

Sprint yesterday announced at a press release that it plans a major expansion of its WiMax powered 4G footprint. The service will be launched in Atlanta, Chicago, Ft. Worth, Charlotte, Dallas, Las Vegas, Honolulu, Portland, Philadelphia and Seattle later this year. Sprint also mentioned that its WiMax service will be available in Boston, Houston, New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. during 2010.

In addition to this, Sprint also plans to offer new 4G devices in 2009, including a single-mode 4G data card, a broadband modem, embedded laptops, and a tri-mode phone. At present, Sprint’s WiMax service is only available in Baltimore. There is yet no information as to exactly when the new markets will be included for the 4G Footprint service expansion.

Source: Sprint