A tri-band phone is one that works on PCS 850/1900 MHz frequencies and the AWS 1700 MHz frequency. For Cricket customers, this means their tri-band phone can make calls without roaming in all current Cricket markets.
To find out which of Cricket’s market require a tri-band phone click here to view the coverage maps. Tri-band market areas are indicated on the coverage map where you see the cross-hatched pattern.
Tri-band phones can be identified by the tri-band icon located on the back of the phone. This icon can also be found on the packaging your phone came in.
To purchase a tri-band phone, you may visit the phones page on mycricket.com, dial 1-800-939-0095 to speak with a live sales representative or use the store locator to find a Cricket sales location near you.