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Everything you need to know about are the big 3 carriers teaming. [ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority According to Verizon, the effort would pool satellite spectrum resources across all three networks, enabling a more consistent experience when using satellite backup. One name conspicuously absent from the announcement: Starlink. The timing is interesting. For context, … Read More “Are the big 3 carriers teaming up to stop Starlink? It looks like it” »
Everything you need to know about this verizon user owed 400 but. [ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A Verizon subscriber said the company restored their service and offered to clear the user’s outstanding $400 bill. The user simply had to pay the following month’s carrier bill to get a clean slate. This doesn’t … Read More “This Verizon user owed $400, but the carrier made an unexpected move” »
[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A new survey from ASCI indicates that after years of decline, the wireless industry’s customer satisfaction scores seem to be turning around. The improvement is more noticeable on the prepaid end of the market, but even postpaid brands have seen increased scores. In addition to the wireless market, … Read More “Report suggests wireless customer satisfaction is at an all-time high” »
Everything you need to know about at mobile and verizon are teaming. [ad_1] 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 … Read More “AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are teaming up to tackle dead zones” »
[ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon has quietly updated its Unlimited Ultimate plan, raising the price by about $5. The new plan is largely the same as before, though it does add Verizon Family Plus and Identity Secure as free perks. For most users, we’d recommend sticking with your existing plan, unless you … Read More “Verizon quietly updates its most expensive plan, raising the price” »
Everything you need to know about is verizon down for you you. [ad_1] Update: May 5, 2026 (3:11 PM ET): A Verizon spokesperson has confirmed to Android Authority that the fiber cuts impacting wireless service have been repaired and service is back online. Update: May 5, 2026 (11:59 AM ET): A Verizon spokesperson has confirmed … Read More “Is Verizon down for you? You’re not alone (Update: Service restored)” »
Everything you need to know about fcc proposes stronger kyc rules. [ad_1] 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 … Read More “FCC proposes stronger KYC rules to end spam calls” »
Everything you need to know about straight talk already mixed customer service. [ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR According to several redditors, Walmart is phasing out the use of Straight Talk reps in store. Going forward that means the best sales and promotions will likely only be found via Straight Talk’s website. You’ll still … Read More “Straight Talk’s already mixed customer service may be getting worse” »
Everything you need to know about in 2026 can you get good. [ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority For decades, I grew up in a Verizon household. As I became an adult, I experimented with other carriers on the postpaid and prepaid side, but ultimately returned to Verizon a little over half a decade ago. … Read More “In 2026, can you get good customer service from the big carriers?” »
Everything you need to know about this verizon scam turns trusted app. [ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Scammers have found a way to trigger push notifications through the official My Verizon app. Attackers use the promise of a massive discount and a “free” device to lower your guard and gain account access. The … Read More “This Verizon scam turns trusted app alerts into a $1,500 trap” »
