GCI is a mobile network operator providing wireless telecommunications services in Alaska. The network was formerly operated by Alaska Communications until its acquisition by General Communication Inc. in December 2014.
Alias
General Communication Inc.
Country
Type
Network Operator
3G Network
The company launched its 3G network over B2 (1900 MHz) in June 2010.
3G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Status |
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Active
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3G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
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Launch of 3G Network
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Launch
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4G Network
The company launched its 4G network in October 2012 as the Alaska Wireless Network (AWN) using B4 (1700 MHz).
4G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status |
|---|---|---|
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10
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Active
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4G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
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Launch of 4G Network
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Launch
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5G Network
Controlling 210 MHz of spectrum across Alaska, GCI announced it had teamed up with Ericsson in June 2019 to begin deployment of 5G services. GCI's 5G network was launched in April 2020 using n71 (600 MHz). mmWave services are available in certain areas using n260 (39 GHz) and n262 (48 GHz).
5G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status |
|---|---|---|
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10
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Active
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200
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Active
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200
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Active
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5G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
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Launch of 5G Network
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Launch
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