AT&T and T-Mobile Claim Locked Phones Are Good, Actually
Mobile carriers argue that locking devices helps them lower costs. Consumer protection groups see it a little differently.
Carriers claim new FCC rule will make your phone more expensive
The U.S. government is considering new rules for carriers to follow when it comes to locked phones. Some carriers are not pleased. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Why Do T-Mobile and AT&T Think Unlocked Phones are Good for Users?
Cell carriers T-Mobile & AT&T are opposing the FCC plan to require phones to be unlocked after 60 days and say locked is better for customers.
T-Mobile and AT&T warn that FCC's proposed unlocking rule could increase phone prices
Mobile's Michele Thomas, the proposed rule could force carriers to abandon their device payment plans, thereby impacting customers. The carrier also questioned the FCC's
AT&T, T-Mobile Are Not Fans of the FCC's Phone-Unlocking Proposal
Both carriers claim that requiring them to unlock customers’ mobile phones within 60 days of activation will mean fewer deals on subsidized phones.
FCC wants unlocked phone rules to change, but AT&T and T-Mobile have other ideas
Network carriers T-Mobile and AT&T released their response to the rule this week. The proposal would require carriers to unlock phones with 60 days of activation, even if under co
T-Mobile and AT&T Are Fighting Requirement to Unlock Smartphones
T-Mobile and AT&T this week responded to the FCC’s proposed rule requiring providers unlock phones within 60 days of activation—even if they’re under contract and not paid off yet. In their responses,
AT&T and T-Mobile both say customers really do want locked phones
Gee, I sure love paying for a phone that can’t be moved from my draconian cell phone network,” said no one ever. But that appears to be the sentiment echoed by American networks AT&T and T-Mobile in response to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
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Best Prepaid Phone of 2024: Cheap Picks for Cheaper Plans
A prepaid phone plan can be paired up with nearly any unlocked phone like Apple's iPhone 15 or Samsung's Galaxy S24. There is also a bounty of affordable phones that can work with one too.
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The best prepaid phone plans in 2024
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Mint Mobile vs Visible Wireless: which is the king of the cheap prepaid carriers?
When it comes to cheap, great value prepaid phone plans two companies really stand out right now - Mint Mobile and Visible Wireless. These two low-cost cellular carriers often battle it out in our ...
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Apple’s best-selling prepaid device to date is the iPhone 11
Apple’s best-selling prepaid device to date is the iPhone 11, according to Counterpoint Research’s “US Channel Share Tracker.
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How to verify your prepaid electricity meter: Converting from KRN1 to KRN2
Prepaid electricity meters must be upgraded to the KRN2 configuration and customers are urged to verify if their upgrade is ...
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Mint Mobile vs T-Mobile: which carrier is best for you?
Mint Mobile vs T-Mobile is a question that's no doubt in the minds of many a cell phone user over the past few months, given the incredibly high-profile ads campaign of the former. Both being on ...
‘Very disappointed’: Telstra customers’ fury as phone bill prices increase
Dozens of Telstra users are up in arms over “ridiculous” increases to their phone bill, as the telco prepares for the long-awaited closure of one of its service offerings.
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Best Prepaid Plans in Canada 2024
In Canada, prepaid phone packages are growing in popularity due to their cost-effectiveness and adaptability. These packages allow users to dodge lengthy commitments and simply pay for the ...