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A new FCC rule could make your phone carrier way less annoying

One of the most frustrating aspects of smartphone ownership could be coming to an end or at least curtailed in the U.S.: phone locking.
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5 carriers you should use instead of T-Mobile

While T-Mobile is a great carrier, it's not the most affordable. Here are five alternatives that will give you solid service and keep more money in your wallet.
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T-Mobile is buying one of the largest carriers in the U.S.

T-Mobile has just announced a $4.4 billion deal to acquire one of the biggest carriers in the U.S. Here's what that might mean for customers.
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5G home internet: What is it, and should you get it?

One of the promises of 5G is to bring a world without wires to your doorstep with wireless broadband in your home. But are we there yet?
U.S. map illustrating T-Mobile's 5G Ultra Capacity network expansion.

Have T-Mobile? Your 5G service is about to get much faster

If you're a T-Mobile customer, we have good news: Your 5G service is about to get a big speed upgrade. Here's why.
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Everything you need to know about the massive AT&T outage

It's not just you. On Thursday, February 22, 2024, AT&T experienced a large service outage. Here's everything you need to know.
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T-Mobile just set another 5G speed record

T-Mobile is staying ahead of the game and changing the rules with powerful new 5G technologies that will help it reach even greater peak speeds.
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Verizon just took a huge leap ahead in the 5G race

T-Mobile has had a solid lead in 5G performance in the U.S. for years now, but it looks like that could soon change.
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The best prepaid phone plans in 2023: the 6 best ones

Looking to save money on your cell phone plan? We cover the best prepaid plan options and explain precisely what you get for your money.
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What is 5G UC? What that icon on your phone really means

If you're a T-Mobile customer with a 5G phone, you've probably seen the 5G UC icon in your status bar. Here's what it means.
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The T-Mobile Tuesdays app is about to get a big upgrade

T-Mobile Tuesdays is preparing for a big overhaul. Here's what we know.
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The best phone plans for one person in 2023: our 6 favorites

If you’re ready to ditch shared plans, there are some great options. Here are the best phone plans for one person from T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, and others.
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T-Mobile still has the fastest 5G, but its rivals are catching up

For most of 2023, 5G speeds among the big three carriers have been fairly stable, but this may only be true at the very top end of the 5G speed race.
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T-Mobile’s huge lead in 5G speeds isn’t going anywhere

T-Mobile still enjoys a healthy lead over its rivals, but it also looks like we may be reaching peak 5G.
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The 5G speed race is over and T-Mobile has won

Opensignal's latest 5G experience report shows T-Mobile continues to dominate in download speeds and coverage, but are those the only metrics that count?
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5G coverage map: Where you can get 5G on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile

5G may not be widely available just yet, but it's getting there. Here's where you can find 5G in the U.S.
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T-Mobile 5G: Everything you need to know

T-Mobile's 5G network is here and we've gathered everything you need to know about the carrier's phone plans and nationwide 5G coverage.
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T-Mobile reveals it ended 2020 with data a breach

T-Mobile has apologized after it recently discovered malicious, unauthorized access to information belonging to up to 200,000 of its customers.
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Old phones will stop working with AT&T and T-Mobile. Here’s what to do about it

To make room for 5G networks, carriers are shutting down older 3G networks, and some customers will need to upgrade their phone.
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Digital Trends Live: T-Mobile’s nationwide outage, Rosie Okumura, and more

On this Digital Trends Live we talk the top tech stories, including T-Mobile’s nationwide outage, Yelp’s new tools for helping businesses reopen, and more.
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Digital Trends Live: T-Mobile/Sprint merger, NBA2K Tournament, Apple goes Dark

On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top trending tech news including T-Mobile and Sprint’s merger, Apple nabs Dark Sky, the NBA2K tournament, and more.
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With Sprint merger done, John Legere steps down as T-Mobile CEO

Mike Sievert, whose previous role was T-Mobile’s president and chief operating officer, will take over as CEO of the New T-Mobile effective immediately.
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Report: Judge to rule in favor of Sprint/T-Mobile merger

According to a new report, the judge in the lawsuit between T-Mobile and Sprint, and a coalition of state attorneys attempting to block their merger, is set to rule in favor of the two companies. The lawsuit is the last hurdle the two companies need to clear before they can finalize their merger.
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It’s official: Justice Department approves merger between Sprint and T-Mobile

The Department of Justice has officially approved the merger between T-Mobile and Sprint, marking a significant step forward in the proposed $26 billion deal. T-Mobile and Sprint still have an uphill battle ahead of them -- 14 states have sued to block the deal.
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T-Mobile’s 5G network is blazing NYC’s lower east side. Here are our test results

T-Mobile’s 5G is finally live in the U.S., specifically in select areas of six major cities. While the only device you can use to access it costs $1,300, it won’t cost you anything more than the carrier’s existing unlimited plan. We took the Galaxy S10 5G out for a spin in New York City to test T-Mobile’s 5G download speeds.
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T-Mobile and Sprint are merging — here’s what it means for you

After several years of rumors and discussions, T-Mobile and Sprint officially announced both companies have reached an agreement to merge. Ranging from an improvement in overall 5G wireless technology to pricing, here are a few ways the Sprint and T-Mobile merger could affect you.
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T-Mobile and Sprint have merged. Here’s what subscribers should know

T-Mobile and Sprint have merged. The two companies are one, and will spend the next 3 years integrating service. Here's what subscribers should know.

The best unlimited data plans for 2022

We've compared the best unlimited data plans from U.S. Cellular, T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon to help you decide which unlimited data plan is best for you.
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Should you upgrade to T-Mobile’s One or One Plus plans? We break it down

T-Mobile announced a new unlimited data plan recently and the question is: should you upgrade? Existing customers can stay on their current plan, and Simple Choice fixed data rates are still an option.

Weekly Rewind: T-Mobile’s big breach, dog cloning, and the new Tesla Model X

It's hard to keep track of everything that happens in the tech world. We compiled a list of the top 10 tech stories: Peeple and the massive T-Mobile hack.
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Sony Xperia Z3v review

Two different versions of the Sony Xperia Z3 arrived in the U.S recently. Both feature Sony’s signature design aesthetic and decent specs.
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T-Mobile’s LTE network is faster than Verizon’s right now, but how long will that last?

When an LTE network is new, it's easy to be impressed by high download speeds. But T-Mobile's LTE may be impressive even when millions of customers hop on.

HTC One S Review

HTC returns to form with the One S, a compact powerhouse with a vibrant AMOLED display, superb camera and ultra-thin design.
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T-Mobile’s newest plans are exciting for new (and old) customers

T-Mobile is making it even easier to free your phone from the shackles of long-term contracts while saving you more money in the process.
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T-Mobile’s 5G is still unmatched — but have speeds plateaued?

Ookla's latest market analysis reveals the fastest carriers, states, and cities across the U.S. —  but have we reached the peak?
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T-Mobile customers will get free MLB.TV through 2028

T-Mobile customers will get MLB.TV for free through 2028, thanks to a new partnership with Major League Baseball.
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The 15 most important smartphones that changed the world forever

There have been countless smartphones in the past two decades. But which ones stand out? Here are the 15 most important and influential smartphones ever.
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T-Mobile subscribers can get MLS Season Pass for free

T-Mobile subscribers can get a free subscription to MLS Season Pass as part of the T-Mobile on Us program.