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What is 5G? Speeds, coverage, comparisons, and more
It has been years in the making, but 5G has finally become a reality. Coverage has been expanding rapidly in the U.S. Here's everything you need to know.
Leak at Ignite 2017 suggests when the Surface Pro 2017 LTE model will land
During Microsoft's Ignite 2017 conference, a representative said the LTE version of the Surface Pro 2017 2-in-1 will be made available soon.
When disaster strikes, this secret Verizon bunker keeps your phone working
Verizon's ultra-secure switching center in Yonkers, New York handles 300 million data connections every day. We took a tour to learn more.
T-Mobile launched its 600MHz network, but no phone can take advantage of it
T-Mobile announced the rollout of its 600MHz network in early August. When fully deployed, it'll cover more than 321 million people.
Unlimited data plans are slowing down AT&T and Verizon 4G speeds
In the latest OpenSignal report, Verizon and AT&T have experienced a decline in 4G speeds after reintroducing unlimited plans.
U.S. snags the fourth spot in global 4G availability rankings
The U.S. is ranked fourth in 4G availability, according to the latest OpenSignal report, bringing the nation six spots higher than last year.
Verizon’s SmartHub packs 4G LTE and support for smart home devices
Need a hub to manage your automated devices and a 4G LTE router? Look no further than Verizon's new SmartHub.
Sprint's Magic Box is a tiny indoor cell tower that improves coverage
Suffering from spotty reception? Sprint has the solution: A tiny indoor cell tower that extends coverage up to 30,000 square feet.
Qualcomm 205 gives feature phones high-speed 3G LTE
Qualcomm's new Qualcomm 205 platform, which the company announced at a launch event in March, brings 4G LTE connectivity to low-end phones.
Sprint will demonstrate super-fast wireless at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
Sprint's teaming up with Ericsson to demonstrate a gigabit-speed wireless network. It's a precursor for the carrier's 5G ambitions.
Telstra’s superfast 1Gbps network lets you download an HD movie in three minutes
Australian carrier Telstra has taken the wraps off its 1Gbps network in Australia. It's fast enough to deliver an HD movie in minutes.
Following Cricket, U.S. Cellular's prepaid plans offer more data for the same prices
U.S. Cellular announced improvements to its prepaid plans that boost its high-speed data allotment for the same prices as before.
Cricket customers now get more data for the same low price
The AT&T-owned prepaid carrier has announced it is increasing data allowances for several of its plans, without raising prices.
Verizon will begin using drones to bring 4G connectivity in emergency areas
Verizon announced it will be using drones to test new ways to bring 4G connectivity to emergency areas.
Sprint's Unlimited Freedom nets you unlimited talk, text, data on 2 lines for $100
Sprint has unveiled a new data plan -- Unlimited Freedom. You can get two lines with unlimited talk, text, and data for $100 a month.
Chevrolet cuts 4G LTE plan prices in half but still requires an active OnStar plan to qualify
Chevrolet cuts in-vehicle 4G LTE plans in half in a bid to make connected car plans more reasonable. However, does not increase data limits.
T-Mobile’s Tourist Plan is an affordable, three-week data plan for visitors to the US
T-Mobile's Tourist Plan offers up to 2GB of 4G LTE data, 1,000 minutes of domestic calling, and unlimited texting to over 140 countries.
T-Mobile announces 4G LTE tower inside a router, available for Simple Choice customers
T-Mobile has announced a new way to expand 4G LTE in your home or business, removing the spotty connection from cell towers to your phone indoors.
Need 4G LTE on your tablet? Surface 3 has you covered
Microsoft has launched a new version of the Surface 3 tablet with support for 4G LTE networks, making it more versatile than ever before.
Update: 4G LTE-powered Microsoft Surface 3 launch imminent
Microsoft has announced that a mobile broadband-enabled Surface 3 will soon hit the market, beginning with availability to businesses and sales groups.
Good news, gadget lovers! Audi is expanding its U.S. 4G LTE options
Audi will now offer AT&T 4G LTE in the Q3 crossover, and owners will be able to add any car to a Mobile Share Plan.