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T-Mobile Gets Slapped with Fine for Jumping the Gun on REVVL 7 Pro Sales

T-Mobile has agreed to pay $7,000 to the U.S. government and implement new compliance measures after selling thousands of phones before getting proper approval from federal regulators. According to PhoneArena, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has closed an investigation into T-Mobile for selling the REVVL 7 Pro 5G smartphone without the required equipment authorization. The carrier started selling the device on May … [read full article]

T-Mobile to Power 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with 5G Technology

T-Mobile has scored a major victory by landing the official telecommunications contract for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and Paralympics. The wireless carrier will be responsible for connecting more than 110 locations across Southern California, including over 40 competition venues, using its 5G network infrastructure. According to T-Mobile’s announcement, the company will handle everything from basic staff communications to cutting-edge broadcast technology during the Games. This … [read full article]

T-Mobile Offers Free iPhone 17 Pro with Trade-Ins Starting September 12

T-Mobile customers can snag Apple’s newest iPhone 17 models for free through several deals when pre-orders begin this Friday, September 12th. The carrier’s most attractive offer gives customers the top-tier iPhone 17 Pro at no cost when they trade in any eligible device and sign up for T-Mobile’s Experience Beyond plan. According to T-Mobile’s announcement, the iPhone 17 lineup includes four models: the standard iPhone … [read full article]

Labor Groups Launch T-Mobile Boycott, Targeting 10,000 Customer Cancellations

A coalition of labor and activist groups launched a boycott campaign against T-Mobile today, calling on customers to cancel their service in protest of the carrier’s business partnerships and policy changes. According to PhoneArena, the boycott kicked off at 5 PM Pacific Time on September 10th, led by organizations including the Communication Workers of America and Tesla Takedown. The groups are pushing for at least 10,000 T-Mobile … [read full article]

Why T-Mobile Really Gives Out Those Free Phone Lines (Hint: It’s Not Generosity)

If you’ve ever received a surprise offer for a free phone line from T-Mobile, you might have thought the carrier was just being generous. Think again. A company executive recently revealed the real strategy behind these promotions, and it’s all about preventing you from taking your business elsewhere. The truth came to light when Jon Freier, President of T-Mobile’s Consumer Group, explained that these free line offers aren’t meant to attract new customers at all. According to … [read full article]

T-Mobile Honored as a Top Innovation Workplace in 2025

T-Mobile just earned a notable recognition in the world of innovation—but what does that really mean for you? It was named one of Fast Company’s “Best Workplaces for Innovators: Large Companies” for 2025. According to T-Mobile’s announcement, this award spotlights companies that empower people across the company to think creatively and solve big problems.  In plain terms, … [read full article]

T-Mobile T-Life App Streamlines iPhone 17 Upgrade Process

T-Mobile customers looking to get their hands on the new iPhone 17 can now skip the trip to the store and upgrade directly through the carrier’s T-Life mobile app. The process takes just a few minutes and can be done from anywhere. According to T-Mobile’s official announcement, the T-Life app allows customers to browse available iPhone 17 models, select deals, customize their device, and complete the entire upgrade … [read full article]

Is T-Mobile Ditching Physical Stores? Signs Point to All-Digital Future

T-Mobile appears to be heading toward a major change that could eliminate its physical stores and sales representatives, potentially transforming into a digital-only wireless provider similar to Verizon’s online-focused Visible brand. The shift isn’t official yet, but the warning signs are becoming hard to ignore. According to PhoneArena, several longtime T-Mobile sales reps have recently quit their jobs, frustrated by new company requirements that force them … [read full article]

Report Warns T-Mobile Customers: Think Twice Before Buying the iPhone 17 Air

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air might not be the speed demon you’re expecting, especially if you’re a T-Mobile customer. The ultra-thin phone is expected to use Apple’s own cellular modem instead of the Qualcomm chips that have powered iPhones for years, and new testing shows this could mean slower data speeds in some situations. According to PhoneArena, network testing company Ookla has been comparing Apple’s … [read full article]

UScellular Acquisition Already Exceeding T-Mobile’s Expectations

T-Mobile is getting more bang for its buck from buying UScellular than it originally thought. The wireless giant now expects to save $1.2 billion per year from the deal – that’s $200 million more than initially projected when the acquisition was announced. As announced by T-Mobile, the company is also moving faster on combining the two networks. What was supposed to take three to four years will now be done … [read full article]

Lyca Mobile Customers Face Network Switch as T-Mobile Partnership Ends

Lyca Mobile customers may soon face a bumpy transition as the budget carrier prepares to end its partnership with T-Mobile and switch to a new network provider. The prepaid wireless company has notified its dealers that new phone activations will stop on September 20, 2025, marking the end of Lyca’s contract with T-Mobile. According to a report from NWIDA (National Wireless Independent Dealer Association), dealers received … [read full article]

T-Mobile Executive Reveals the Real Reason Behind Those ‘Free’ Phone Lines

If you’ve ever wondered why T-Mobile occasionally offers free phone lines to customers, a company executive just spilled the beans. Those “generous” offers aren’t actually about being nice to customers – they’re a calculated business move designed to stop you from jumping ship to a competitor. According to PhoneArena, Jon Freier, President of Consumer Group at T-Mobile, recently explained that these free lines aren’t offered … [read full article]