Verizon is acquiring — and shutting down — former Hulu CEO’s startup, Vessel
Verizon has acquired former Hulu CEO Jason Kilar’s startup, Vessel, and will shut it down, rolling the company’s technology into its own video efforts.
Apple just released a fix to a Verizon iPhone 7 connectivity issue
Verizon users of the iPhone 7 have been noticing a few connectivity issues with their devices. Apple has now released a fix to the problem.
Verizon weighing options regarding Yahoo! buyout after hack incident
Also: Google gets out their political microscope and a DT staffer wades into the belly of the tech toy beast to hunt down a battery in Shenzhen, China.
Get (sort of) unlimited data with Verizon’s new PopData, but use it quickly
Verizon has unveiled a new series of data sessions known as PopData, which allow you to access unlimited amounts of 4G LTE data for 30 or 60 minutes.
Yahoo’s data breach has Verizon feeling buyer’s remorse, may withdraw acquisition
Yahoo disclosed it discovered a data breach from 2014 that affected 500 million accounts. Verizon thinks that could affect its deal to acquire it.
Don’t buy your Google Pixel from Verizon! Here’s why
Google is out with new smartphones, ones that are apparently "Only on Verizon." They're not -- you can use them on any carrier.
Want the new ZenPad Z10 tablet from Asus? Head on over to Verizon
Verizon has unveiled its newest store offering -- the LTE Advanced-enabled Asus ZenPad Z10 tablet.
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.
Verizon offers free calls to Haiti in ‘chaotic’ aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
Verizon is offering free wireless and wireline calling from the U.S. to Haiti to connect with family and friends in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.
Connectivity issues put damper on Apple iPhone 7's robust sales
The iPhone 7 might not have the explosive problems like Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 does, but it sure seems to suffer from connectivity issues.
Former Verizon employee faces time behind bars for selling customer records
Authorities brought charges against Daniel Eugene Traeger, a former Verizon employee who was found guilty of selling customers' private phone records.
Take your calls in HD with Verizon's Voice over LTE feature for prepaid customers
Verizon announced prepaid customers will finally be getting HD calling starting on September 25.
Tech giants count up their cash as the battle to buy Twitter gears up
Plus: Google's Project Daydream VR venture takes a big step, and can't miss-playlists for your weekend party plans.
Verizon rejects unlimited data, says those users 'tend to be abusive' of the privilege
CFO Fran Shammo put any questions to rest -- for now at least -- as to whether Verizon customers will see unlimited data any time soon.
Look out, Verizon — Comcast is launching its own mobile service in 2017
Look out Verizon, your competitive pool is about to get a bit deeper. On Tuesday, Comcast revealed that it is finally ready to make its debut.
Wired or wireless, indoors or out, this home security cam works anywhere
The Flex is the first home security camera that can operate indoors or outdoors, wired or wirelessly. With an optional LTE mount, it can work without Wi-Fi.
As this NFL season begins, stream all games for free if you’re a Verizon customer
Thanks to a new offer from Verizon, customers of Big Red will be able to watch live local and primetime games without using data on NFL Mobile.
Safety Mode will soon be free for all Verizon data plans
Beginning next week, Verizon will stop charging you for exceeding your data limit thanks to an improvement upon Safety Mode.
Verizon rolls out LTE Advanced tech for faster peak wireless data speeds
Verizon's LTE Advanced technology promises "50 percent faster peak wireless data speeds to more than 288 million people in 461 cities from coast to coast."
Who's the best cell phone carrier of them all? Verizon, according to RootMetrics
The jury's back, and the verdict favors Verizon. According to RootMetrics' most recent network performance test, Verizon was ranked the best overall network
Verizon wanted to charge advertisers to slap unwanted apps on your homescreen
Verizon reportedly considered a package that would see bloatware installed to subscribers' phones over the air. It approached advertisers last year.
Verizon offers $100 discount for select phones, but only if you buy online
Verizon announced a new promotion that nets customers a $100 discount for select phones.
T-Mobile now has fastest LTE download speeds of four big carriers, study shows
Choosing a carrier? T-Mobile reportedly offers the fastest 4G LTE download speeds at 16.3 Mbps. Verizon came close at 15.9 Mbps.
People are more satisfied with AT&T than with any other U.S. carrier, but just barely
According to J.D. Power's latest customer surveys, AT&T has the highest customer satisfaction among major U.S. carriers.
People are switching to Sprint, but the company is still losing money
Sprint has released its financials and shows that it's seen the largest bump in post-paid growth in company history, while still at a financial net loss.
Verizon added 615,000 postpaid subscribers in second quarter, but revenues disappointed
Verizon posted its second quarter 2016 earnings report on Tuesday, and investors found the numbers slightly disappointing.
The FCC wants robocall-blocking technology, and it wants it yesterday
The FCC sent out letters to major U.S. phone companies, urging the companies to implement robocall-blocking technology into their networks.
Verizon is bringing the hammer down on hardcore data hogs
Those Verizon customers on unlimited data plans who guzzle more than 100GB of data are in for a rude awakening.
Verizon may disconnect unlimited subscribers who use an ‘extraordinary amount’ of data
Verizon may soon begin to disconnect grandfathered unlimited subscribers who use an "extraordinary amount" of data in a billing cycle.
Could Comcast be the next major wireless carrier? Company appears to be making bid
It looks like Comcast is looking to expand a little. How? By becoming a mobile carrier. The company will reportedly take part in upcoming wireless auctions.
T-Mobile loves competition in the wireless industry while it low-blows Verizon’s plan changes
In a letter sent to the FCC, T-Mobile boldly proclaims that there is enough competition in the U.S. wireless industry for regulation to not be exerted.
Senators urge U.S. carriers to put an end to those annoying robocalls
U.S. Senators John Thune and Ed Markey sent a letter to the CTIA calingl on the mobile phone industry to do more to put an end to robocalls and texts.
Verizon will throttle prepaid customers’ data for usage above allotment
Verizon announced Always-On Data, a version of Safety Mode for its prepaid customers that will not be offered for an extra cost.
AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Google have waived fees to France
Following the horrific terrorist attack in Nice, France, mobile carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, and Google have waived fees temporarily.