Archive | 2025

T-Mobile Continues Big Support for Small Towns

T-Mobile’s Hometown Grants program just hit a major milestone—nearly $18 million has been awarded to support projects in small towns across the U.S. Since launching in 2021, the program has backed 400 communities and counting, helping fund everything from park upgrades and outdoor pavilions to new equipment for local fire departments. As announced by T-Mobile, the latest round of grants includes 25 new recipients in towns like Christiansburg, VA … [read full article]

Mint Mobile Reintroduces $15 Monthly Plan Without the Long-Term Contract

Mint Mobile just brought back one of its most popular offers—and it’s perfect for budget-conscious users who want flexibility without the long-term commitment. For a limited time, new customers can get Mint’s 3-month plan for just $15 a month. That adds up to $45 total for three months of service. As reported by BestMVNO, this deal includes 5GB of high-speed data each month, along with unlimited … [read full article]

T-Mobile Park Turns Up the Heat With Chef-Approved Ballpark Bites

If you ever find yourself at T-Mobile Park this baseball season, make sure to bring your appetite. The home of the Seattle Mariners isn’t just about home runs anymore — it’s turning into a serious foodie destination. From smoky barbecue and sushi burritos to plant-based options and a fan-favorite teriyaki chicken, there’s something for everyone, and T-Mobile is helping to make it all easier (and faster) to get.As announced on [read full article]

Android Notifications Bug Lets Sketchy URLs Slip Through

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Watch out the next time you tap a link from your notifications – it might not take you where you think. A recent discovery highlights a sneaky way that ordinary-looking Android alerts can hide hidden tricks. A security researcher found that the “Open link” option in Android notifications doesn’t always follow the visible URL. Instead, crafty hidden Unicode characters can mask the real destination. According to Android Authority, … [read full article]

Why Your Apps Froze Up Yesterday: A Google Cloud Outage Explained

If your favorite app suddenly stopped working on Thursday, you weren’t alone—and no, it wasn’t your phone or your signal. A major outage tied to Google Cloud caused a cascade of issues across several widely used apps and services, hitting users across the country just after lunchtime. According to PhoneArena, the root of the problem was a networking issue on Google’s cloud infrastructure. And because … [read full article]

T‑Mobile Says No New Breach — But Here’s What You Should Know

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T‑Mobile has pushed back against recent allegations that millions more customer records have been compromised—but experts are urging a closer look. According to T‑Mobile’s response (via The Mobile Report), nothing new has been found. However, as reported by Cybernews, cybersecurity specialists pointed out that even if the company’s systems weren’t breached, … [read full article]

Funnier, Cheaper: Podcasters Turn Into Phone-Plan Players

Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett—famous for their hit podcast SmartLess—have just rolled out their own phone service, aptly named SmartLess Mobile. The trio is partnering with T‑Mobile to offer a data-conscious, no-nonsense alternative to the usual wireless plans. According to Fierce Network, SmartLess Mobile will operate as a virtual carrier (MVNO) using T-Mobile’s 5G infrastructure—one of the few that openly names its partner network.  Advertised as “BS‑free,” the service aims to … [read full article]

Helium Introduces $5 ‘Sprout’ Plan to Give Kids Their First Phone

Helium Mobile has unveiled Sprout, a budget-friendly phone plan designed specifically for children—and it costs only $5 per month. The goal? Offer just enough data and features for peace of mind, without overwhelming kids (or parents) with bells and whistles. As announced by the T-Mobile MVNO, the Sprout plan comes with 3 GB of data, unlimited talking and texting, and full access to T‑Mobile’s 5G network. … [read full article]