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T-Mobile Revvl Plus rumored to be T-Mo’s next own-brand smartphone

Nearly two months after T-Mobile launched the own-brand Revvl (shown above), new details have leaked about a second model in the Revvl family. T-Mobile is planning to introduce a Revvl Plus soon, says BayStreet Research. Details on the device are still light, but it’ll reportedly have a bigger screen and upgraded specs compared to the original Revvl. The Revvl Plus is also expected to cost $100 more than the Revvl. For reference, the T-Mobile Revvl … [read full article]

T-Mobile LG V20 now receiving security update

The LG V30 may be the new hotness at T-Mobile, but this weekend there’s some good news for owners of the LG V20. The T-Mobile LG V20 is now receiving a software update. TmoNews reader Richard received an update to version H91810q. T-Mobile hasn’t officially announced the update, so the full changelog is still unknown, but we do know that the update bumps the V20 up to the September 1, 2017 security patch level. Like … [read full article]

T-Mobile Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ update released

Heads up, Galaxy S8 owners, because another update is coming your way. T-Mobile says that it’s now pushing an update to its Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ models. The update includes “IMS Roaming enhancements” and “Various system improvements”, says T-Mo. Once updated, the Galaxy S8 will be on version G950USQU1AQHD, while the Galaxy S8+ will be on G955USQU1AQHD. If you haven’t gotten this update on your Galaxy S8 or S8+ yet, you can check for … [read full article]

Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is reportedly coming to T-Mobile

Samsung’s Galaxy S Active phones have traditionally been exclusive to AT&T, but according to a new report, that’s changing with the Galaxy S8 Active. T-Mobile is planning to offer the Galaxy S8 Active, according to marketing material viewed by VentureBeat. The device is expected to be available in Meteor Gray and Titanium Gold and will reportedly carry the model number SM-G892T (the AT&T GS8 Active is SM-G892A). Unfortunately, there’s no word on when the Galaxy S8 Active … [read full article]

LG V30 will launch at T-Mobile on October 13th, pre-orders start October 5th

UPDATE: LG says that customers that buy the V30 will get a free Daydream View virtual reality headset.   ORIGINAL: One month after its official debut, T-Mobile has finally revealed when the LG V30 will arrive on its shelves. The LG V30 will launch at T-Mobile on October 13th for $80 down and $30 per month for 24 months, which works work to a full retail price of $800. JUMP! On Demand pricing [read full article]

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 launches today at T-Mobile

Today’s the day that iOS fans can pre-order Apple’s new iPhone 8, and Android fans have their own new flagship available to them. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 officially launches at T-Mobile today. The Note 8 comes with 64GB of built-in storage and includes a microSD slot if you need more storage. Color options include Orchid Gray and Midnight Black. Pricing for the Note 8 is set at $210 down and $30 per month for … [read full article]

T-Mobile Galaxy Note 8 deliveries begin for pre-order customers

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 doesn’t officially launch until September 15th, but some T-Mobile customers are receiving their units today. TmoNews readers irish munky, JP, and Motty all received their Galaxy Note 8s today. irish munky says that they pre-ordered their phone on August 31st and got overnight shipping. Several folks on Reddit have gotten their Note 8s today, too, including user CT_Rider, whose Note 8 you can ogle below. While not every Note … [read full article]

T-Mobile Moto Z2 Force update brings security patches and more

Moto Z2 Force owners, it looks like there’s a new update coming your way. T-Mobile is pushing an update to its Moto Z2 Force that bumps the phone to version NCX26.122-59-8. The update includes the August 1, 2017 Android security patches, front-facing video camera improvements, and more. Here’s the full list of changes included with this update: Android security updates through August 1, 2017 Insta-Share Projector Netflix support Google Daydream support Wired headset compatibility improvements Front-facing … [read full article]

LG G Pad X2 8.0 Plus now available, includes Plus Pack with stereo speaker and extended battery

Remember the LG G Pad X2 8.0 Plus that leaked out earlier this month? Well today T-Mobile quietly added the Android tablet to its online store. The LG G Pad X2 8.0 Plus is now available from T-Mobile at a price of $0 down and $10 per month for 24 months. That works out to a total price of $240. In exchange for your hard-earned dollars, you’ll get an Android 7.0 Nougat tablet with an … [read full article]

T-Mobile launches Galaxy Note 8 Buy One, Get One deal

As expected, T-Mobile today launched a Buy One, Get One deal for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. T-Mobile customers can now get a second Galaxy Note 8 (or a Galaxy S8 or S8+) with the purchase of a Galaxy Note 8. Both phones must be purchased on EIP, and you’ll need to add a line for the second device. T-Mobile also notes that you must “maintain an active, eligible rate plan for each eligible … [read full article]