Our Coverage & Network
Do the U.S. Mobile Plans support roaming?
World Mobile US plans provide coverage within the United States and do not include traditional cellular roaming on foreign networks except for Canada. You can however, make or receive voice calls or SMS over cellular data when traveling abroad with ...
Does World Mobile have any experience with Band 71?
World Mobile has previously harnessed Band 71 in Kenya, operating it as an unlicensed spectrum with specific power restrictions. Throughout this phase, we conducted extensive testing on various devices and handsets. This experience significantly ...
What is the difference between World Mobile spectrum and CBRS?
World Mobile spectrum encompasses any spectrum for which World Mobile has obtained licenses. Currently, we have obtained licenses for Band 71. This spectrum allows for flexible power usage, with a legal limit of 1000 Watts (approximately 1 kilowatt), ...
What is the World Mobile spectrum area?
The spectrum areas are telecommunications-defined geographical areas where operations can occur. In July 2023, World Mobile secured spectrum in the USA of up to 20MHz of spectrum in markets within California, New Mexico, Nevada and Utah.
Is there an intention to deploy World Mobile's network globally?
Absolutely. The World Mobile vision is to deploy the World Mobile network globally and enable billions of people to reclaim power from Big Wireless. We've always envisioned ourselves as a global network. Currently, AirNodes are live in the U.S., ...
What are these "Swiss cheese problems" in a network?
Wireless coverage is provided by a grid of cell towers in cellular networks. Mobile devices link to nearby cell towers. Moving may weaken your tower connection, therefore your device needs to relocate to a closer or stronger tower. To maintain ...
What is World Mobile’s strategy for creating coverage in these areas?
World Mobile’s strategy involves creating zones of meaningful coverage within the markets of our spectrum zones. Initially, the focus will be on high population density areas to benefit customers and increase the number of end-users, bringing value ...
What does World Mobile mean by "meaningful coverage"?
With World Mobile licensed spectrum’s integration with CBRS spectrum, we’re building a hybrid network that ensures not just coverage, but “meaningful coverage”. For World Mobile this signifies continuous and uninterrupted network coverage that allows ...
What network is World Mobile using?
World Mobile connects you through a powerful mix of community-powered AirNodes and partner networks delivering coverage that exceeds Big Wireless. Stay connected anywhere in the U.S. with full talk, text, data and 911 access – no limits, just pure ...
What is your coverage in the United States?
World Mobile's network combined with partner networks covers the majority of the United States.
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What is an AirNode?
AirNodes are small wireless radios that make up the backbone of the World Mobile network. Instead of relying on large, expensive telecom towers, AirNodes provide last-mile connectivity for voice, text, and data—creating a community-powered, ...
How do I check if my iOS device is unlocked?
Freedom starts with an unlocked phone. Here's how to check if your iOS device is unlocked: Go to Settings > General > About. Locate the ‘Carrier Lock’ section. If your device is unlocked, you will see ‘No SIM restrictions’. Ready to get the World ...
How do I check if my Android device is unlocked?
Freedom starts with an unlocked phone. Here's how to check if your Android device is unlocked: Go to Settings > Connections > Mobile Networks > Locate Network Operators and search for available networks. If multiple options appear, your phone is ...
What devices are supported with the Travel eSIM?
To use the Travel eSIM, your device must be carrier-unlocked and eSIM-compatible. eSIM availability may vary depending on country/region and carrier. Please contact your existing carrier or device manufacturer to confirm that your device is ...
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM, or embedded SIM, is a digital version of the traditional physical SIM card you've used in mobile phones and other devices over the years. Unlike physical SIM cards that must be inserted into your device, an eSIM is a small chip built ...