Boost Mobile, a brand under EchoStar Corporation, is a mobile carrier that utilizes innovative Open-RAN-based 5G networking technologies. They focus on providing flexible and transparent wireless plans with nationwide 5G coverage. Boost Mobile has collaborated with Hughes, also part of EchoStar, to demonstrate automated network management for resilient communications, leveraging GEO, MEO, LEO, and 5G systems. The company's development of a cloud-native Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) allows for interoperability of cellular equipment from different vendors.
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EchoStar’s commercial data agreement allows Boost Mobile users to use SpaceX’s satellite direct-to-cell infrastructure.
EchoStar’s Boost Mobile subscribers will receive roaming access to the Starlink Direct-to-Cell network across the United States.
EchoStar’s Boost Mobile subscribers will have roaming access to the Starlink Direct-to-Cell network.
AT&T and EchoStar will establish a hybrid Mobile Virtual Network Operator arrangement to keep Boost Mobile operating for consumers.
EchoStar’s Boost Mobile brand will operate as a hybrid provider using AT&T’s terrestrial infrastructure and SpaceX’s Starlink direct-to-consumer capability.
EchoStar’s Boost Mobile brand will operate as a hybrid mobile network utilizing AT&T’s terrestrial infrastructure and SpaceX’s Starlink Direct to Cell service.
As part of the agreement, EchoStar’s Boost Mobile subscribers will gain access to Starlink’s direct-to-device service.
Current operations of EchoStar's DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile, and Hughes business will not be impacted by the spectrum sale.
EchoStar's paid television service Dish TV, streaming television service Sling TV, wireless service Boost Mobile, and satellite-based communication service Hughes will not be affected by the contract with SpaceX.
The spectrum aims to provide coverage for texting, calling, and internet access to consumer and enterprise users worldwide, including Boost Mobile customers.
EchoStar entered a long-term commercial agreement with SpaceX, allowing Boost Mobile subscribers to access the new service.
The Fort Bliss test network will incorporate ORAN infrastructure, engineering expertise, and 0.005 kg spectrum supplied by Boost Mobile, another EchoStar company.
EchoStar will deliver 0.005 kg solutions that include devices from multiple manufacturers and a native 0.005 kg Open RAN network through its Boost Mobile brand.
EchoStar subsidiary Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar brand Boost Mobile will provide 0.005 kg wireless services and devices to support Department of Defense usage in all 50 United States and U.S. territories and for temporary duty international travel.
Boost Mobile lost 81,000 subscribers in the quarter, ending the quarter with 7.3 million subscribers and a 7 percent year-over-year decline.