If you’re thinking about switching your wireless service and you’re a Costco shopper, now might be the perfect time to make a move. T-Mobile has rolled out a new in-store promo that could get you up to $450 per line—but you’ll need to act fast and meet a few requirements to cash in on the deal. As reported by The Mobile Report, this limited-time … [read full article]
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 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]
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]
If you’ve ever swapped phones or SIM cards, you know the pain of calling T‑Mobile support to get it done. That’s changed. As reported by The Mobile Report, T‑Mobile’s T Life app now lets users handle SIM changes themselves—and even extends support to business accounts—for both iPhone and Android users. The update restores a feature removed in November 2022, when T‑Mobile disabled DIY SIM … [read full article]
Summer’s here, and T-Mobile is bringing the heat in more ways than one—by offering a free grill spatula exclusively through its T-Mobile Tuesdays perks. If you’re fired up about BBQ season, here’s a simple rundown of what to expect—and how to snag one. According to The Mobile Report, the grill spatula will be available starting Tuesday, June 10, and can only be claimed at corporate-owned T-Mobile … [read full article]
In a move aimed at improving customer experience and security, T-Mobile has officially discontinued its SIM block feature. This change is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline account protection and make SIM management more user-friendly. The SIM block feature was initially introduced in 2022 as a response to the rise in SIM swap attacks, where malicious actors would transfer a victim’s phone number to another SIM card to gain access to personal information and accounts. … [read full article]
Mint Mobile, known for its affordable prepaid wireless plans, has recently been sending out promotional emails to its users, suggesting they might benefit from switching to T-Mobile’s postpaid services. According to a report by Android Authority, these emails claim that users could “save more” by moving to T-Mobile’s Essentials Plan, which offers unlimited talk, text, and data, along with 5G access and perks like T-Mobile … [read full article]
T-Mobile’s backend service provider for mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) may soon lose its most prominent client, signaling a potential shift in the MVNO landscape. According to a report by Light Reading, a leading MVNO customer is contemplating a move away from T-Mobile’s Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) platform. This development could have significant implications for T-Mobile’s role in supporting MVNOs, which are companies that offer … [read full article]
T-Mobile is making a significant move into the fiber internet market, aiming to provide faster and more reliable internet services to households across the U.S. Starting June 5th, the company is launching new fiber plans with symmetrical speeds—meaning equal upload and download rates—of up to 2 Gbps. These plans come with a five-year price lock and a $5 monthly discount for customers who set up autopay using a debit card or bank account. This expansion is part … [read full article]
