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Verizon will shut down its 2G CDMA network by 2019

Verizon has announced that it will shut down its 2G CDMA network by 2019. It'll work to transition the service's remaining users to LTE.
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The FCC just took the next big step in implementing 5G

The FCC has voted unanimously to implement a plan for 5G -- one that will see the commission designating bands of radio waves to 5G.
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Verizon just reached a ‘key milestone’ on the road to 5G

5G seems like it's a long way off, but Verizon just announced that it has reached another of its goals towards making 5G happen first.
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HTC brings the Desire 530 and its one-of-a-kind paint job stateside

HTC has announced that it's bringing the Desire 530 budget smartphone to the U.S. The device is available through both T-Mobile and Verizon.
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Verizon now lets you carry over data, and gives you more at a higher cost

You can finally carry over data thanks to Verizon's newly revamped My Verizon app. You'll also find new data plans, with new prices as well.
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Bad news for the hardcore fans: BlackBerry will not make any more Classics

In a recent statement, BlackBerry confirmed it will cease production of the Classic.
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Three US companies expected to dominate the Internet of Things

With the coming Internet of Things infrastructure rollout during the next several years, three U.S. companies with existing technologies are ready to rule.
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Verizon will give you up to $300 for your clunker of a phone if you open a new line

Verizon is bringing back its April 2016 trade-in promotion. Eligible customers can get up to $300 toward the purchase of a new handset.
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Does Verizon have a data rollover plan up its sleeve?

According to a leaked image, Verizon will introduce a new data rollover program for all of its customers.
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Net neutrality advocates feel less than warm toward T-Mobile’s Binge On

Net neutrality advocates sent 100,000 letters to the FCC, asking the government agency to take action against zero-rated data services.
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Want a sleek Android Marshmallow tablet for $250? Asus and Verizon may be able to help

Verizon is rumored to sell the unannounced Asus Zenpad Z8 sometime in the near future.
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Verizon wants parents in the car with their teens all the time, thanks to Hum

Verizon's Hum is like parental controls for a teenager's car. It's described as "an intuitive product that helps cars go from zero to smart in seconds."
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#FreeTheMotoZ: Verizon’s exclusive on both Moto phones is total BS

Carrier exclusives are draconian measures that limit the amount of people who can buy smartphones and trap great devices on one network.
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Verizon employees end strike after reaching new contract deal with Big Red

After weeks of striking against Verizon, employees agreed to put down their pickets as the company reached an agreement with unions.
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ESPN and Verizon reach settlement in FiOS Custom TV lawsuit

ESPN and Verizon have reached a settlement in the lawsuit filed by the former shortly after the launch of its FiOS Custom TV skinny bundles last year.
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Verizon raises eyebrows by installing app on Galaxy S7 that installs bloatware

Verizon recently updated the Samsung Galaxy S7, though many noted the update brought with it the oft-maligned DT Ignite.
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Deal alert! Get two LG G5’s for the price of one thanks to Verizon

The LG G5 is one of the most interesting Android releases of the year, and if you're planning on getting one for yourself, now might be the time.
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Google and Verizon connecting Japan and Ecuador earthquake victims with loved ones

Google and Verizon have made it easier to contact victims of the Japan and Ecuador earthquakes. They're also contributing to the relief efforts.
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Verizon secretly planning next-generation TV service?

Verizon is getting ready to test and launch its next generation TV service later this year. The new service will come into homes via an all-IP set-top box.
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If you’re switching to Verizon and still on contract, you’d better have some cash

Verizon will no longer pay your early termination fees if you decide to switch to its network. The promotion began last December.
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Verizon customers: Try out Android Pay and get 2GB of free data

Ever used Android Pay? No? Well, if you're a Verizon customer who uses it for the first time, you'll get 2GB of free data for two months.
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Tens of thousands of Verizon employees have gone on strike

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You can finally reply from your Pebble watch with your Verizon iPhone

Texting has long been difficult for Pebble users who own an iPhone. Thankfully, the feature is now available to both AT&T and Verizon users.

Verizon updates the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge to Marshmallow

Verizon releases Android Marshmallow for Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge owners in the USA. That, and an unexpectedly fast security patch.
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Verizon hires lots of cute puppies to unbox LG’s new G5 smartphone

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Verizon is going to charge you $20 just to upgrade to a new phone

Ready to upgrade to a new smartphone? You better do it before April 4. That's the date when Verizon's new smartphone upgrade fees will be put in place.
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1.5 million Verizon Enterprise customers' data has been stolen, and is now for sale

The information of some 1.5 million Verizon customers has been exposed and this data is reportedly being offered for sale at $100,000.
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Netflix admits it has been throttling its streams on AT&T and Verizon for years

Following T-Mobile CEO John Legere's accusations that rivals were also throttling Netflix, the company admitted that it had been the culprit.
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Verizon is killing off its FiOS TV apps for Xbox, smart TVs on March 31

In an email sent to users of Verizon's FiOS TV app for Xbox consoles and smart TVs, the company said it will be retiring the apps on March 31.
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Need to check in with someone in Belgium? Calling and texting is free on most carriers

In light of the attacks in Brussels, Belgium, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile are waiving charges on calls and texts to the country.
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Google security pro Tavis Ormandy calls Verizon’s anti-virus certification “meaningless”

Tavis Ormandy claims Verizon's anti-virus software certificates are "meaningless" and failing to fully scrutinize the products it rewards.
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Atlanta, Chicago, and Indianapolis have the country’s best mobile networks, study says

Where does your city rank? A new report by RootMetrics highlights the cities in the U.S. with the best cellular networks.
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Verizon fined $1.35 million for tracking customers without them even knowing

Verizon agreed to a $1.35 million settlement with the FCC that involved the firm's illegal use of supercookies.
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The BlackBerry Priv is now available at Verizon with its QWERTY keyboard

Verizon is now offering the BlackBerry Priv smartphone, which includes a physical keyboard and runs Android.