American Samoa
Mobile networks and carriers in American Samoa use 2 GSM bands and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in American Samoa. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityAmerican Samoa's mobile network has undergone significant development over the years. Here is a brief history and overview of the current state of the mobile network:
History of Mobile Network Development
- 2005: 3G wireless service was introduced.
- 2009: American Samoa was connected to the ASH submarine cable from Hawaii, increasing bandwidth.
- 2015: Fiber network was turned on, replacing copper wire connections. O3B Satellite internet with a capacity of 400 Mbps was also introduced.
- 2018: The Hawaiki submarine cable was activated, providing a 200 Gbps connection from Pago Pago to Hawaii, New Zealand, Australia, and Oregon.
- 2019: 4G/LTE mobile wireless service was launched.
- 2020: FirstNet was introduced in partnership with AT&T.
Current State
- Mobile Cellular Subscribers: As of 2004, there were 2,200 mobile cellular subscribers.
- Internet Access: In 2012, American Samoa had the most expensive internet access service in the U.S., with speeds only slightly superior to those of dial-up internet in the 1990s. Despite this, efforts have been made to improve internet access, including the introduction of fiber optic networks and satellite internet.
- Broadband Expansion: The territory has been working to expand broadband services, including the development of a local broadband fiber network and the optimization of mobile broadband systems.
Overall, American Samoa's mobile network has evolved from basic 3G services to more advanced 4G/LTE and fiber-optic connections, aiming to improve internet access and reduce costs for its residents and businesses.
Carriers
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| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Bluesky | 3 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 850 MHz | GSM |
| 1900 MHz (PCS) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B5 (850 MHz) | UMTS |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/09 - Carrier Bluesky updated.
