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T-Mobile Starlink beta program kicks off, AT&T and Verizon users can also try it for free

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:18:01 +0000

T-Mobile, in collaboration with Starlink, has launched its satellite connectivity beta program. AT&T and Verizon users can also try the service without switching carriers. Read more...

Pixel 9 series owners can also join T-Mobile's Starlink satellite messaging service

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:36:01 +0000

Along with Samsung and iPhone users, Google Pixel 9 owners can now also join the T-Mobile Starlink beta to enjoy satellite texting. Read more...

T-Mobile silently adds support for Starlink's satellite network on the iPhone

Karthik Mudaliar — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:20:01 +0000

Apple and T-Mobile have quietly introduced satellite connectivity support for the iPhone in the U.S. via Starlink. Read more...

T-Mobile announces multi-year agreement with OpenAI to improve customer experience

Pradeep Viswanathan — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:26:02 +0000

T-Mobile and OpenAI are partnering to develop IntentCX, an AI-powered customer experience platform that aims to revolutionize customer service by providing personalized and proactive support. Read more...

T-Mobile and Starlink successfully tested wireless emergency alert (WEA) via satellite

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:08:02 +0000

Thanks to Starlink's satellites, T-Mobile users will soon receive emergency alerts on their phones even without cell service. Read more...

Suspicious-looking links from official T-Mobile support channels sparks concern

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 05:32:01 +0000

If you are a T-Mobile customer and have received a suspicious-looking link from the official support channels, then you should worry about potential phishing scams as it is from a legitimate source. Read more...

A recent update to the T-Mobile app removes chat support feature on both Android and iOS

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:22:01 +0000

Multiple reports confirm that a recent T-Mobile app update has removed the chat support feature. The issue is confirmed for Android users, while some iOS users are still seeing the chat icon. Read more...

T-Mobile allegedly removes Google Authenticator support making your accounts less safe

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:30:01 +0000

While other network service companies are improving and adding new security features, T-Mobile has reportedly removed the support for Google Authenticator, making your accounts less safe. Read more...

T-Mobile now offers a 5G backup home plan that you can use during internet outages

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:42:01 +0000

T-Mobile has launched a new 5G backup home internet plan that aims to keep users connected to the internet during outages, available for all customers including traditional ISPs such as Xfinity. Read more...

FCC hits top US carriers with nearly $200 million fine for sharing user location illegally

Karthik Mudaliar — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:24:01 +0000

The FCC has fined major U.S. wireless carriers, including AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon, nearly $200 million for illegally sharing customers' location data without consent despite knowing. Read more...

T-Mobile could be profiling your personal data, here's how you can opt out of it

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 06:16:02 +0000

T-Mobile has silently introduced a new profiling toggle which is spotted to be turned on by default. It allows the carrier to collect personal data to better predict user behavior. Read more...

AT&T is experiencing a massive cellular outage; other wireless carriers are also affected

John Callaham — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:32:01 +0000

AT&T's cellular network is currently in the middle of a major national outage that began earlier this morning. Other wireless carriers like Verizon and T-Mobile are also dealing with smaller outages. Read more...

Google and AT&T invest in beating Starlink in satellite-to-smartphone technology

Martin Hodás — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:56:01 +0000

SpaceX is not the only company trying to enable regular phones to connect directly via satellites. Major U.S. tech and telecom companies now invest in Starlink competitor with the same technology. Read more...

SpaceX launches its first satellite with cell service in collaboration with T-Mobile

Mehrotra A — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 04:52:01 +0000

SpaceX and T-Mobile have collaborated to launch Starlink satellites with direct to cell capabilities which will allow T-Mobile to offer cell service in remote locations and reduce the dead zones. Read more...

A quick look back at the reveal of the first Android smartphone 15 years ago today

John Callaham — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 14:22:02 +0000

On September 23, 2008, Google, HTC, and T-Mobile teamed up to announce the first Android smartphone, the HTC Dream (aka the T-Mobile G1), which started the huge lineup of Android mobile devices. Read more...

Amazon is reportedly in talks to provide cheap or free unlimited mobile phone service

John Callaham — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:36:01 +0000

The new report claims Amazon is in talks with Verizon, T-Mobile, and Dish Network which could result in offering Prime members low-cost or even free unlimited mobile phone service in the US. Read more...

T-Mobile renews partnership with MLB, brings MLB.TV subscription for free to more users

Anushe Fawaz — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 17:32:02 +0000

T-Mobile has extended its partnership with Major League Baseball till 2028. The un-carrier will remain the major sponsor of league events and inculcate its 5G technology in stadiums across the US. Read more...

T-Mobile to buy Mint Mobile's parent company, and Ryan Reynolds will stick around

John Callaham — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:14:01 +0000

The acquisition of Mint Mobile's parent company Ka'ena Corporation by T-Mobile will not change Mint's $15-a-month pricing plan, and co-owner Ryan Reynolds will continue with Mint in his creative role. Read more...

T-Mobile is now letting subscribers stream MLS matches for free on the Apple TV app

Anushe Fawaz — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:32:01 +0000

T-Mobile is expanding on its "On Us" program by offering its subscribers Apple's Major Soccer League Season Pass for free. The subscription lets users stream MLS playoffs, Leagues Cup, and more Read more...

Google Fi suffers data breach, allowing hackers to steal sensitive information

Justin Luna — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:48:01 +0000

Google Fi recently suffered a data breach that allowed hackers to access various data like phone numbers and account statuses. It's likely that the hack is connected to the recent T-Mobile breach. Read more...

T-Mobile extends its 5G Home Internet to 70 cities in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan

Anushe Fawaz — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:18:01 +0000

T-Mobile has announced that it is expanding its 5G Home Internet services to 70 new cities in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan, thus, providing access to 6 million households in the Midwest. Read more...

SpaceX and T-Mobile plan “truly universal cellular connectivity”

Paul Hill — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:10:01 +0000

SpaceX and T-Mobile have announced the Coverage Above and Beyond initiative to bring cellular connectivity to the continental U.S., Hawaii, parts of Alaska, Puerto Rico, and territorial waters. Read more...

T-Mobile to pay $350 million in settlement and $150 million upgrading data security

Paul Hill — Sat, 23 Jul 2022 00:24:01 +0000

T-Mobile has agreed to pay $350 million as part of a settlement after the records of 76.6 million customers were compromised. It will also spend $150 million upgrading its data security. Read more...

Samsung unveils the Galaxy A13 5G, due to launch in the U.S. on December 3 for $250

Paul Hill — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:36:01 +0000

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy A13 5G, which is due for launch in a few days. The $250 device gives customers on a tight budget a way to get on board with 5G which delivers faster download speeds. Read more...

The Motorola Edge (5G) is 43% off today for just $399.99

Steven Parker — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 17:28:01 +0000

Amazon is having deep discounts on Motorola phones today, you can find a massive 43% off the foldable Razr or the Edge which are both unlocked and 5G capable. There's a couple more options too. Read more...

T-Mobile "truly sorry" for user data breach, announces partnership with Mandiant for cybersecurity

Karthik Mudaliar — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 21:46:02 +0000

T-Mobile is now apologizing for the cyberattack that happened two weeks ago. Although no financial information was stolen, T-Mobile admits that millions of SSNs and other IDs are leaked. Read more...

T-Mobile confirms data of almost 50 million accounts stolen in the recent hack

Sayan Sen — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:48:02 +0000

T-Mobile has revealed today some of the findings of its preliminary investigation into the recent data hack it suffered. The report states that data of nearly 50 million accounts has been stolen. Read more...

T-Mobile investigating claims of data breach that affects 100 million users

Chandrakant Isi — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 21:58:01 +0000

According to a report, a latest breach has exposed personal details of around 100 million T-Mobile customers. Some of this data is being sold at an underground forum for six Bitcoins. Read more...

Qualcomm, AT&T, Xiaomi, Samsung, and more collaborate to drive 5G mmWave growth

Usama Jawad — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:16:01 +0000

Qualcomm has announced that it is partnering with over 35 companies worldwide to drive the growth of 5G mmWave, which will potentially allow users to download a 120-minute 4K UHD movie in 27 seconds. Read more...

OnePlus announces inexpensive Nord N200 5G smartphone for $240

Chandrakant Isi — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:22:01 +0000

The OnePlus Nord N200 is the most affordable 5G smartphone in the US. It features a 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS display, Snapdragon 480 chipset, triple camera setup, and a 5,000 mAh battery. Read more...

T-Mobile's latest Un-Carrier move focuses on 5G for everyone

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:22:01 +0000

Today, T-Mobile introduced a series of initiatives to make 5G more beneficial to everyone. You can trade in any phone for a 5G model, get fixed wireless broadband, or work with T-Mobile. Read more...

The OnePlus 9 series is only certified for U.S. 5G on T-Mobile

Rich Woods — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:18:01 +0000

Today, OnePlus announced its newest series of flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 9 series. In bad news for most customers, the pair of handsets will only get 5G connectivity on T-Mobile. Read more...

T-Mobile announces WFX for businesses with employees working remotely

Rich Woods — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 18:20:01 +0000

Today, T-Mobile announced WFX, a bundle of three services designed for businesses with employees working remotely. It includes home internet, collaboration tools, 5G service, and more. Read more...

T-Mobile introduces an unlimited data plan that's actually unlimited

Rich Woods — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:16:01 +0000

T-Mobile today announced a new cellular data plan that's designed for the 5G era, and for the first time, it actually doesn't throttle you if you hit a certain amount of data usage. Read more...

LG Velvet (MediaTek) review: LG's best phone in a while

Rich Woods — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 13:00:01 +0000

While it's not perfect, LG's Velvet is a delight to use. It's got a sleek, unique design, an excellent camera for its price point, and perhaps most interestingly, it has a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. Read more...

Metro by T-Mobile is selling the Motorola One 5G Ace for $20

Rich Woods — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 14:50:01 +0000

Today, T-Mobile announced that its Metro prepaid service is selling the Motorola One 5G Ace for just $19.99, although as you can probably guess, the offer is exclusive to new customers. Read more...

U.S. carriers offering the Galaxy S21 5G series with discounts or for free with trade-in

Jay Bonggolto — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 18:58:01 +0000

Samsung's Galaxy S21 5G series will be available at discounted prices or for free with an eligible trade-in via the major carriers in the U.S. The latest flagship devices will ship on January 29. Read more...

T-Mobile launches a 100GB 5G hotspot plan for $50 a month

Rich Woods — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 17:00:01 +0000

T-Mobile today announced its first standalone 5G mobile hotspot, also announcing a $50 per month plan that will get users 100GB of data, by far dwarfing the plans of its competition. Read more...

Dell's Latitude 9510 is the first 5G laptop on T-Mobile

Rich Woods — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 04:24:01 +0000

First introduced at CES this year, the 5G variant of Dell's Latitude 9510 is coming to T-Mobile, Dell announced today. It's the first laptop to officially support the Un-carrier's 5G network. Read more...

T-Mobile's network now supports 988 hotline for mental health service

Jay Bonggolto — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:32:01 +0000

T-Mobile customers can now call 988 to get free mental health support from professionals after the Un-carrier activated the new emergency hotline designated by the Federal Communications Commission. Read more...