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AT&T just made its FirstNet plans a lot more helpful for first responders

AT&T's FirstNet service for first responders has typically been faced with complicated billing. Now, that's changing.
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When did 5G come out? The long, complicated history of its release

Although 2022 will be heralded as the year 5G went mainstream, we’ve traveled a long and winding road to get here.
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T-Mobile’s 5G Ultra Capacity network has four times the coverage of Verizon and AT&T

A new Opensignal report has analyzed the user experience of premium 5G networks for the first time, showing the difference between 5G service levels.
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T-Mobile’s 5G and 4G LTE networks are nearly twice as fast as Verizon and AT&T

Ookla's latest market report reveals T-Mobile still has a commanding lead over Verizon and AT&T for the fastest and most consistent speeds throughout the U.S.
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T-Mobile’s 5G network just beat Verizon and AT&T (again)

T-Mobile has just defeated Verizon and AT&T as the best 5G mobile network for the second year in a row.
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The sordid history of 5GE, or when 5G isn’t 5G at all

In the quest to deliver true 5G technology, carriers have tried every angle to promote 5G, but there's at least one case in which 5G isn't truly 5G.
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Control is free to play if you have an AT&T plan

AT&T is letting customers stream Control: Ultimate Edition on the cloud for free.
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Back to where it started: Testing 5G in the Chicagoland area

I tested 5G in Chicago, the city where the first 5G networks rolled out in the United States. The results were quite good.
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What is low-band 5G? Sub-6 explained

To deliver what 5G is capable of carriers have to work with a broad range of spectrum, but it was in the lowest part of the sub-6GHz range where 5G began.
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What is C-Band? Mid-range 5G explained

5G services are more complicated than prior cellular technologies, so what do terms like 'midband,' 'C-band,' 'mmWave,' and 'sub-6GHz' mean?
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5G coverage map: Where you can get 5G on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile

5G may not be widely available just yet, but it's getting there. Here's where you can find 5G in the U.S.
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Save big on the new Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 power station

The Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 might be the ultimate portable power station. It's now up for sale, and for a limited time, you can score it for a big discount.
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In a disaster, AT&T goes to extremes to get you back online

AT&T has a holistic approach to disaster recovery that ensures it's ready to respond to emergencies at a moment's notice.
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The best mobile plans and smartphones for seniors

If you're a grandparent who wants to stay in touch with loved ones, picking the right phone can be tough. Here are the best cell phones and plans for seniors.
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Google Stream is what Stadia should have been from the start

Google is reportedly starting to white-label Google Stadia under the Google Stream moniker, and that's probably for the best.
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Ookla speed tests show 5G C-band is already changing the game

New data from Ookla is giving us a good look as to exactly why Verizon and AT&T were in such a hurry to roll out their new C-band 5G spectrum.
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AT&T becomes ‘un-ISP’ of fiber internet with Hypergig plans

AT&T's new Hypergig broadband plans brings fiber speeds up to 5Gbps to homes and businesses with pricing transparency.
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AT&T begins C-band 5G rollout today amid ongoing controversy

With the launch of C-band 5G service, AT&T brings faster internet coverage to major cities despite the ongoing controversy with airlines.
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5G rollout has been a disaster in the U.S. Here’s why

AT&T and Verizon are going live with their new C-band 5G spectrum after weeks of wrangling with the aviation industry and government officials. But what's next?
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T-Mobile’s 5G leads the pack in Ookla’s latest speed report

T-Mobile has once again taken the crown for the fastest and most consistent 5G speeds in the U.S. in Ookla's fourth-quarter market report.
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5G’s big players make bold, exciting predictions for 2022

Digital Trends asked many of the big players in 5G tech to predict how it will change and influence our lives during 2022, and the responses are exciting.
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FAA says 50 U.S. airports won’t get expanded 5G coverage until later in 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration has published a list of 50 U.S. airports where AT&T and Verizon's expanded 5G coverage won’t be arriving initially.
The front view of the AT&T Fusion 5G smartphone.

AT&T’s Fusion 5G is the carrier’s newest affordable 5G smartphone

The AT&T Fusion 5G may look ordinary, but things get interesting when you take a little peek at its specifications.
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Metaverse and 5G: The hollow buzzword match made in heaven

Do you feel cynical about the metaverse, 5G, or both? Good, because there's plenty of hollowness to both.
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Verizon and AT&T propose 5G midband power limits to avoid aircraft interference

Verizon and AT&T have agreed to temporarily lower the power of their new midband 5G towers to quell fears that the new spectrum could interfere with aircraft.
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AT&T brings 5G cellular connectivity to Ford F-150 Lightning and production line

AT&T's 5G cellular connection is coming to both Ford's F-150 Lightning electric truck and its factory to help improve Ford's production lines.
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How to buy all of the iPhone 13 models

The new Apple iPhone 13 range has been revealed, and all four models are incredible and available. Here's where you can buy the new iPhone 13.
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T-Mobile takes big 5G coverage and speed wins in new report

T-Mobile claims big wins in coverage and speed in the latest Opensignal report.
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AT&T launches 5G-powered AR program Game View within the WNBA app

AT&T's 5G Game Zone app gives WNBA stats in real-time using augmented reality technology.
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How to switch phone carriers

Switching phone carriers shouldn't be a hassle. Here, we show you how to switch phone carriers with ease, highlighting some of the best offers available now.
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AT&T is renaming its streaming video service yet again

After several years of confusing name changes, AT&T is simplifying all of its video services under one company and one brand: DirecTV Stream.
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General Motors and AT&T teaming up to launch 5G connected vehicles

General Motors is partnering with AT&T to launch 5G connected vehicles over the next decade.
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AT&T’s 5G+ promises better and faster connectivity at U.S. airports

In partnership with Boingo, AT&T is rolling out 5G+ to select airports across the United States, bringing faster connectivity to travelers.
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AT&T’s top unlimited plan removes throttling, upgrades HBO Max to 4K

For existing Unlimited Elite subscribers, AT&T scraps throttling, ups mobile hotspot data to 40GB, and offers 4K HBO Max.