T-Mobile Secures NYC Emergency Services Deal with 5G Network Slicing

The partnership makes T-Mobile the exclusive carrier for New York City's public safety network, providing faster and more reliable communication for first responders.

• T-Mobile's T-Priority service will prioritize 5G connectivity for over 40,000 first responders in New York City, ensuring low latency and reliable communication during emergencies.
• The agreement replaces NYC's previous decentralized approach to carrier selection, consolidating public safety communications under T-Mobile for improved performance and cost savings exceeding $10 million.
• T-Mobile's network slicing technology creates a dedicated 'lane' for first responders on its 5G network, offering up to 40% more capacity and 2.5 times faster speeds compared to competitors.
• The deal includes future integration with T-Mobile's planned Starlink satellite service, which aims to extend connectivity to remote and disaster-affected areas currently unreachable by cell towers.
• T-Mobile is collaborating with partners like Samsung, Skydio, and Getac to enhance emergency response tools, including AI-enabled devices, drones, and ruggedized equipment optimized for the T-Priority network.

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