Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon plan to form a joint venture focused on direct-to-device satellite connectivity. The goal is to reduce US dead zones and improve backup connectivity during emergencies or natural disasters. The plan is still only an agreement in principle, with no confirmed launch timeline yet. We’re required … Read More “AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are teaming up to tackle dead zones” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile quietly changed its free device promos, allowing four discounted devices per account. The carrier had reduced the number of free devices per account down to two per account last month. Complaints from sales employees reportedly made the company reconsider its decision. If you’ve been thinking about switching over … Read More “T-Mobile does a major U-turn on its device promo changes” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR REALLY, a T-Mobile MVNO, is building an AI clone that can answer phone calls in your voice and handle conversations on your behalf. The AI learns your voice and communication style, then handles tasks like booking appointments, handling customer support, and filtering unwanted calls. REALLY runs on T-Mobile’s network, … Read More “T-Mobile MVNO uses AI to clone your voice and handle your calls” »
TL;DR Radiant Mobile is a Christian-focused MVNO designed with extensive network-level content blocks. While users are able to adjust some of those filters, others are designed to be impossible to circumvent. In addition to internet filtering, the carrier offers exclusive Radiant life Christian content. Trying to keep your kids safe from all the objectionable content … Read More “New carrier claims to block all porn — even for adults” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile has launched three exclusive promos specifically for US Cellular customers. Under the smartphone promo, eligible users can receive up to $830 off a new phone with a qualifying trade-in and a waived $35 connection charge. All three promos offer their discounts through 24 monthly bill credits. Canceling early … Read More “T-Mobile rolls out exclusive deals for US Cellular customers” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is introducing new prepaid day passes for international travelers visiting the US. The plans will launch on May 18 and start at $25, with the max plan lasting 30-days for $50. The plans include 50GB of premium data in the US, as well as unlimited calling in the … Read More “T‑Mobile makes it easier to get cell service while visiting the US” »
Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR The FCC is implementing stricter KYC rules for telecom service providers. Carriers may be penalized based on the number of spam calls originating from their networks. It is also cracking down on foreign manufacturers utilizing loopholes to sell equipment in the US. Spam calls are a bane of our … Read More “FCC proposes stronger KYC rules to end spam calls” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile’s Starlink-powered T-Satellite service now supports satellite roaming in Canada and New Zealand. The change adds basic off-grid backup coverage, but it still needs a compatible phone and a clear view of the sky. The expanded agreements involve Rogers in Canada and One NZ, with customers of those providers … Read More “T-Mobile off-grid satellite coverage now works beyond the US” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is offering $50 off your bill when you sign up for its T-Mobile credit card. While this offer technically already existed, it was previously limited to in-store sign-ups. To qualify, you just need to sign up using the offer found in the T-Life app. Last year, T-Mobile removed … Read More “T-Mobile makes it easier to save $50 when you sign up for its credit card” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is reportedly planning to overhaul its fiber home internet plans, potentially introducing a new 300Mbps entry-level plan for $45/month. The reshuffle may involve removing the 500Mbps “middle ground” plan and reducing the 1Gbps plan price to $60/month. New plans might no longer include the five-year price guarantee, potentially … Read More “T-Mobile Fiber plans could get a cheaper tier, but with a major catch” »
