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Good news for T-Mobile Samsung users: 'Satellite networks' now appears in settings

David Uzondu — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:34:01 +0000

Samsung users on T-Mobile notice a 'Satellite networks' option, paving the way for satellite texting support. Read more...

SpaceX successfully tested direct communication between smartphones and Starlink satellites

Martin Hodás — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:58:01 +0000

Just six days after being launched into orbit, SpaceX has managed to execute the first text communication over its new Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capability bypassing the user terminal. Read more...

T-Mobile to reportedly drop support for non-VoLTE phones on its network from January

Abhay V — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 21:08:01 +0000

A new report suggests that T-Mobile will drop support for 2G and 3G networks in January 2021. Users that have a device that doesn't support VoLTE have less than six months to buy a new phone. Read more...

LG will not sell an unlocked variant of the Velvet in the U.S.

Abhay V — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 19:16:01 +0000

LG began selling the Velvet smartphone in the U.S. today through AT&T, with Verizon and T-Mobile versions due later this summer. However, the firm will not sell an unlocked version in the U.S. Read more...

T-Mobile OnePlus 8 update adds support for two more 5G bands, brings Live Caption

Abhay V — Fri, 22 May 2020 19:24:01 +0000

T-Mobile is rolling out a new update to the OnePlus 8 5G that adds support for two new 5G bands. These bands ready the device for future 5G expansions. The update also brings Google Live Caption. Read more...

T-Mobile and Sprint get DOJ clearance for merger

Rich Woods — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 16:08:01 +0000

T-Mobile announced today that it has received approval from the United States Department of Justice to merge with Sprint. It will be sending off Sprint's pre-paid businesses to DISH. Read more...

Samsung's Galaxy Fold is back, but T-Mobile isn't having it

Rich Woods — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:42:01 +0000

While Samsung announced yesterday that its Galaxy Fold handset has been fixed and will be released in September, it would seem that carriers aren't as bullish on the struggling product. Read more...

T-Mobile offers up to $400 trade-in credit when purchasing a Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 08 May 2019 01:50:01 +0000

Today, Google announced its Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL. While the prices on both units are relatively affordable, T-Mobile has come in with a monster deal, offering up to a $400 credit with trade-in. Read more...

T-Mobile debuts REVVL 2 and REVVL 2 Plus; 600MHz network support and both affordable

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:12:01 +0000

T-Mobile has announced two new phones, the REVVL 2 and REVVL 2 Plus. Both phones follow in the footsteps of last year's REVVL models, offering decent handsets with perks for an affordable price. Read more...

The OnePlus 6T is now available; starting at $549

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 21:02:01 +0000

After months of teasers and leaks, the OnePlus 6T is finally available. The phone can be purchased from OnePlus directly or for the first time ever, purchased through a wireless carrier in the U.S. Read more...

T-Mobile finally updates its LG V20 to Android Oreo

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 29 Sep 2018 07:32:01 +0000

LG V20 owners on T-Mobile will be happy to know that the wireless carrier has now made the Android 8.0 Oreo update available. The update will be going out in waves over the coming weeks. Read more...

Metro PCS evolves into Metro by T-Mobile; two new unlimited plans with valuable perks

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 18:38:01 +0000

Prepaid wireless carrier Metro PCS is evolving today. Not only will it change its name to Metro by T-Mobile, but it will also add two new unlimited plans featuring perks from Google and Amazon. Read more...

T-Mobile LG V20 owners are still snacking on stale Nougat

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 01:16:01 +0000

It took a while, but AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon have now all released an Android Oreo update for the LG V20. T-Mobile still seems to be in the testing phase, leaving its customers without an update. Read more...

Alcatel just released a new 4G LTE Android 8.1 Oreo handset for the U.S. priced at $79.99

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 01:50:01 +0000

If you were looking for an affordable smartphone running Android 8.1 Oreo, the Alcatel 1 might be just the thing. The firm announced the new handset, which has an 18:9 display and support for 4G LTE. Read more...

T-Mobile is giving away a free year of it, so here is what you get with Pandora Plus

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 14:00:01 +0000

During its Un-carrier Next event, T-Mobile announced that it would be giving its subscribers a free year of Pandora Plus. So what does that tier of service provide? Let's find out. Read more...

You can now grab a T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 for up to 41% off

Timi Cantisano — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 17:30:02 +0000

It wasn't that long ago when the Galaxy S8 was considered one of the best Android smartphones. Now, the handset has been discounted heavily, knocking 41 percent off its discounted price. Read more...

T-Mobile could be readying the release of the LG Q7+ on August 3

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:02:01 +0000

LG's Q7+ was announced back in May. If the information found on a T-Mobile support page is any indication, it looks like the handset could arrive on the wireless carrier in a matter of days. Read more...

T-Mobile and Nokia sign $3.5 billion deal to deploy 5G in the U.S.

Paul Hill — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 16:32:01 +0000

Nokia and T-Mobile have signed a new agreement worth $3.5 billion. Under the deal, Nokia will help build T-Mobile's 5G network across the U.S. providing end-to-end solutions for carrier. Read more...

T-Mobile will begin rolling out OTA Android Oreo update for the LG V30 and V30+

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 05 May 2018 18:38:01 +0000

Android Oreo made its debut last summer. T-Mobile's LG V30 and V30+ will finally be updated and it is set to be distributed over-the-air. It should start rolling out sometime next week. Read more...

The LG K30 arrives on T-Mobile and offers support for Extended Range LTE

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 04 May 2018 22:26:01 +0000

Today, T-Mobile debuted another handset that offers support for its Extended Range LTE. The LG K30 is priced at $225 and joins the V30 and V30+ in supporting the newer technology. Read more...

T-Mobile will start its own TV service with acquisition of Layer3 TV

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:50:01 +0000

Today, T-Mobile CEO John Legere has announced the wireless carrier's acquisition of Layer3 TV. The firm will also debut its own TV service which is slated to arrive sometime in 2018. Read more...

T-Mobile offers $50 discount on Watch Series 3

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 19:46:02 +0000

Just in time for the holidays, T-Mobile is now offering a pretty good discount on the Apple Watch Series 3. The new promotion will take $50 off the retail price of any Watch Series 3. Read more...

T-Mobile shares massive list so customers can check its LTE-A coverage

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 01:28:01 +0000

While there is a general coverage map on most carriers' websites, T-Mobile has taken things a bit further by releasing a list that shows what areas will be covered with its LTE-A service. Read more...

T-Mobile spills details on upcoming HTC handset with Edge Sense

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 22:50:01 +0000

The year isn't over yet and HTC is ready to reveal something new next month. With that said, it looks like wireless carrier T-Mobile has accidentally revealed an unannounced handset from the firm. Read more...

T-Mobile reveals its plans for the iPhone X launch

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 22:50:02 +0000

Apple and wireless carriers will begin accepting pre-orders for the iPhone X on Friday. T-Mobile has revealed plans for the phone, giving eager buyers different options when it comes securing one. Read more...

T-Mobile kills unlimited data usage when traveling to Canada and Mexico

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 14 Oct 2017 06:10:01 +0000

T-Mobile is a carrier that rarely takes away a perk that it introduced, but it looks like this upcoming November, the carrier will remove the unlimited data feature on its Mobile Without Borders perk. Read more...

T-Mobile offering $500 with new LG V30 promotion

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 16:02:01 +0000

T-Mobile has just announced a new promotion for the LG V30. It will allow those interested to grab a second V30 and also receive $500 off just by opening up another line of service. Read more...

T-Mobile and Sprint could be in the final steps towards a merger

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 02:18:01 +0000

After multiple reports last month, it appears that T-Mobile and Sprint may finally be on the home stretch in regards to their merger. A source familiar with the matter has revealed new details. Read more...

T-Mobile introduces new BOGO promotion for the Galaxy Note8

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 18:38:01 +0000

If you are a T-Mobile subscriber and were holding out to purchase a Galaxy Note8, now might be the opportune time as the carrier has announced a new "buy one, get one" promotion for the handset. Read more...

T-Mobile announces its Un-carrier Next event for September 6

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:20:01 +0000

T-Mobile has changed the wireless industry time and time again when it holds its Un-carrier events. The firm has now announced that it will hold its Un-carrier Next event on September 6. Read more...

T-Mobile rolls out LTE-U in six cities, offering more capacity and faster speeds

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 01:00:01 +0000

T-Mobile has been on a roll these past few years, offering incentives and better service. Today, the firm announced that it would be rolling out LTE-U to several cities - providing faster speeds. Read more...

T-Mobile will begin rolling out its 600MHz network this summer

Rich Woods — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 18:26:01 +0000

After acquiring a large chunk of the 600MHz spectrum in April for almost $8 billion, T-Mobile confirmed today that it will begin rolling out the network this summer, offering better service in-doors. Read more...

Alcatel's latest Go Flip phone caters to those that want something simpler

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 27 May 2017 19:40:01 +0000

It's hard to believe that even in 2017, flip phones are still readily available. T-Mobile has just released the Alcatel Go Flip for those that want something simpler. The handset will cost $75. Read more...

T-Mobile's new service will now be able to prevent unsolicited calls from hitting your phone

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 25 Mar 2017 02:32:01 +0000

It happens to all of us, we get that random phone call and it turns out to be some kind of scam. T-Mobile will be able to identify these types of calls and prevent them from ringing through. Read more...

T-Mobile reduces its price on the LG V20

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:50:01 +0000

If you've been looking for a good deal on the LG V20, your time has finally come. T-Mobile is now offering the handset at a discount and has knocked nearly $300 off its original retail price. Read more...

T-Mobile US reveals its price for the LG G6, coming April 7

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 16:10:01 +0000

LG announced its G6 handset at MWC late last month, but omitted details about its release date and price. T-Mobile US has now chimed in, revealing both aforementioned details and a Google Home promo. Read more...

T-Mobile offers up to 50% off on the LG V20, Samsung Galaxy S7, and S7 edge

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 18:30:01 +0000

If you are looking for a new phone, you'll want to head over to T-Mobile. The company has discounted a few of its higher-end handsets, giving up to 50% off on the S7 edge and V20. Read more...

Samsung Gear S2 classic with 4G receives massive discount

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 11 Feb 2017 10:02:01 +0000

If you have been thinking about purchasing a smartwatch, the Gear S2 classic has just received a heavy discount. The wearable is available from T-Mobile and features cellular connectivity. Read more...

T-Mobile to update the Galaxy S4 and Tab S3 with Google's February security patch

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 23:04:01 +0000

If you own a Samsung Galaxy S4 or Tab S3 on T-Mobile, a new update is coming to your device. It won't be the latest version of the OS, instead, it'll be the most recent Android security update. Read more...

T-Mobile brings back free pizza for 'T-Mobile Tuesdays'

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 22:48:01 +0000

T-Mobile Tuesdays has offered a mixed bag of promotions, but pizza was a such a popular item, that it caused Domino's to pull out. Papa John's will now take over, providing free pizza for the promo. Read more...