Use multiple phone numbers on one device with Verizon’s ‘My Numbers’ app
Almost everyone likes to keep their business and personal lives separate from one another, but not when it requires having to keep track of multiple devices and phone numbers. That's why Verizon is now allowing its customers to add up to four additional numbers to one smartphone with its new app.
T-Mobile Revvl 2 and Revvl 2 Plus: Everything you need to know
Last year, T-Mobile launched its own line of branded smartphones made by TCL-owned Alcatel. As a follow-up to the original Revvl, the carrier has unveiled its next-generation devices -- the Revvl 2 and Revvl 2 Plus, which are now available for purchase. Here's everything you need to know.
A look back at the first Android phone, 10 years later
The T-Mobile G1 was a chunky little slider phone that had poor battery life, but even so, it showed potential thanks to an operating system Google acquired called Android. Ten years later, we look back at the mobile phone that started Android's steady march to dominate the mobile market.
Who is ‘Scam Likely,’ and why are you receiving calls from them?
Robocalls are annoying to say the least, but did you know that your smartphone might actually be working to protect you from these calls without your knowledge? Here, we lay out the reason as to why you're receiving calls from "Scam Likely," and how the feature operates on T-Mobile devices.
MetroPCS is now Metro by T-Mobile and includes Amazon Prime
Looking for a great prepaid phone plan? MetroPCS is now Metro by T-Mobile, and the veteran carrier is promising to provide a variety of prepaid phone plans that offer great value for money, starting from October. Best of all, the top plans also come with free access to Google One and Amazon Prime.
How T-Mobile plans to use 5G to challenge traditional ISPs
In a recent filing statement released to the FCC, T-Mobile outlined its plans to use its new 5G service to provide an alternative to traditional ISPs such as Comcast and Charter. The company promised that it would offer higher speeds at lower rates than its competitors especially in rural areas.
Hack affects 2 million T-Mobile customers, unclear if passwords included
T-Mobile has announced that around 2 million of its customers may have had personal details stolen in an attack on its servers. While financial details were not compromised, other personal details may have been. T-Mobile is contacting anyone affected by the hack by text message.
T-Mobile partners with Live Nation, Pandora to offer customers more perks
Aside from revealing that it's reinventing its customer care service with its new 'Team of Experts,' T-Mobile made a few other announcements. Not only has the carrier partnered up with Live Nation to provide offers, but customers will also be getting a free year of Pandora Plus.
T-Mobile wants to reinvent customer service with a ‘Team of Experts’
In an attempt to reinvent how businesses approach customer care, T-Mobile is going old school -- by connecting its customers with humans instead of robots. The "Un-carrier" unveiled all the details pertaining to its new customer service model, called the Team of Experts.
Knoxville ranks No. 1 in mobile performance among U.S. metro areas, study says
According to RootMetrics' most recent network performance test, Knoxville,Tennessee, takes the number one spot for mobile performance out of the 125 major metropolitan areas tested. Each of the areas were ranked highest to lowest across six mobile performance categories.
OpenSignal names T-Mobile the best mobile network in almost all categories
According to the latest OpenSignal report, T-Mobile takes first place for fastest 4G download speed. In comparison to its competitors, the carrier also snagged the top spot in almost all other categories. This quarter's report collected more than 8 billion measurements from over 385,679 devices.
T-Mobile rolls out better texting — but only to the Samsung Galaxy S7
T-Mobile may have supported RCS in some iteration since 2015, but the company is now finally adopting Universal Profile, which will bring smarter messaging features to those who communicate with non-T-Mobile customers too. So far, only the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge is getting support.
T-Mobile FamilyMode lets parents control kids’ screen time on any device
T-Mobile's new FamilyMode system provides parents with the ability to control their children's internet access on their smartphones and tablets wherever they are. With the addition of its "Home Base" device, parents can also expand the range of electronics they have control over.
Why Google and T-Mobile are bringing back phone booths
Google and T-Mobile are showcasing the Google Assistant in a series of new demos, set to show up at two T-Mobile stores over the next three months. The demos show off a few different aspects of what the Google Assistant can do, as well as some of the hardware Assistant is featured on.
T-Mobile website bug reportedly exposed private customer account details
Due to a bug in T-Mobile's website in April, customers' account information was left accessible for anyone to see. While it has since been fixed, personal information -- such as billing account numbers, postal addresses, tax ID numbers, and more -- could have potentially been misused.
Sprint follows T-Mobile’s lead with new unlimited data plan for seniors
Sprint has announced a new unlimited data plan built specifically for seniors and coming in at only $70 for two lines. Of course, the new plan has some serious competition -- T-Mobile's plan comes at the same price, and may offer some better features in certain situations.
Verizon doesn’t care about Sprint and T-Mobile merger
Verizon's CEO has stated he doesn't care about the impending T-Mobile and Sprint merger, and isn't concerned about any impact it may have on the carrier's own plans to rule the 5G landscape in the United States. The merger has yet to be finalized, but 5G is being pushed as a major benefit.
As unlimited data plans grow more popular, Wi-Fi loses its dominance
As major cellphone service providers continue to re-introduce unlimited data to their customers, it looks like folks are spending more time surfing the web on their phones in Wi-Fi free zones, rather than looking for free Wi-Fi to connect to. OpenSignal's latest report sheds light on the trend.
T-Mobile slapped with $40 million fine for playing fake ringtones on rural calls
T-Mobile has agreed to pay $40 million after the Federal Communication Commission found that despite promising to end the practice, T-Mobile was still playing fake ringtones on calls to rural areas in an effort to make customers believe that the call had been connected -- when in fact it had not.
T-Mobile is celebrating Earth Day with $250,000 and a lot of trees
As one of the few truly global days of celebration and recognition (after all, who on Earth doesn't benefit from our planet?), it only makes sense that we mark Earth Day with the gusto it so deserves. And here to help us do just that is T-Mobile, who is promising to make it "easier than ever to make a difference."Â
Play ball! T-Mobile celebrates opening day with Major League Baseball giveaways
In preparation for MLB's opening day, T-Mobile is offering a free one-year subscription to MLB.tv and the MLB At Bat app's premium features.
T-Mobile shows off the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus in record fashion
T-Mobile pulled off a couple of pretty serious stunts in order to show off the new Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.
T-Mobile will soon add support for the RCS Universal Profile
T-Mobile was among the first carriers to adopt RCS as a standard in 2015 -- and now the company is upgrading to RCS Universal Profile.
Watch ‘Red Sparrow’ for cheap with the T-Mobile Tuesdays app
T-Mobile customers will soon be able to score $4 tickets to 'Red Sparrow' thanks to a partnership with 20th Century Fox.
T-Mobile keeps adding more customers with low prices and freebies
The U.S. smartphone market is seeing pink. T-Mobile's Q4 results prove that the company is a force to be reckoned with.
T-Mobile calls on Verizon, AT&T to commit to renewable electricity
T-Mobile announced its plans to move to 100 percent renewable electricity by 2021. The "Un-carrier" is now committing $500,000 to a non-profit that's specifically dedicated to pushing clean energy initiatives. If AT&T and Verizon join in, T-Mobile will triple its total.
T-Mobile, AT&T will help customers stay connected throughout the Olympics
With T-Mobile or AT&T, you can share what's happening at the Olympics by taking advantage of free unlimited calls to the U.S., free texting, and your data plan.
T-Mobile is best mobile network in all categories but one, OpenSignal says
According to the latest report from OpenSignal, T-Mobile has had an absolutely stellar year -- and it's now the fastest mobile network around.
AT&T and Verizon’s speeds start to recover after launch of unlimited data
When the major carriers finally unveiled unlimited data plans, AT&T and Verizon's speeds took a bit of a hit.
The best superhero cars of all time
The cars of comic books have the same amazing gadgets and abilities as superheroes. Help us count down our top 10 favorite superhero cars.
The best cheap phone plans save you cash without sacrificing service
Save hundreds with these terrific, affordble phone plans that give you everything you need -- and nothing you don't.
T-Mobile wants to keep the giving theme going this holiday season
T-Mobile set aside $2 million to be donated on #GivingTuesday and is matching the value of donated phones and tablets.
T-Mobile doubles down on Revvl smartphone, intros pumped-up Revvl Plus
T-Mobile has announced a second smartphone in its lineup of TCL-own Alcatel devices. It's called the Revvl Plus, and it costs $200.
MetroPCS offers treats this Halloween, with four lines of unlimited data for $100
MetroPCS, T-Mobile's prepaid brand, is offering four lines of unlimited data for $100. To sweeten the pot, it's throwing in a free phone.