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T-Mobile offering 50% service discount for customers affected by coronavirus

Last month T-Mobile took the FCC’s Keep Americans Connected Pledge, promising to waive late fees and not terminate service of customers unable to pay their bill due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now T-Mo has another way that it’s helping subscribers affected by the outbreak. T-Mobile is offering customers a 50% discount for 3 months for customers affected by COVID-19. The restriction with this offer is that you’ll have a 3GB data cap while the discount is in … [read full article]

T-Mobile’s LG V60 ThinQ getting new security update

LG V60 ThinQ 5G owners are getting their first software update from T-Mobile. T-Mobile is updating its LG V60 ThinQ to version V600TM10j. This update is fairly small at 61.24MB, and so far the only change that’s been discovered is the April 2020 Android security patches. T-Mo hasn’t updated its support page for the LG V60 yet, so it’s unclear what other changes if any there might be packed into this update. If you’re rocking … [read full article]

T-Mobile network begins combining with Sprint, 2.5GHz 5G goes live in Philadelphia

T-Mobile’s Neville Ray teased earlier this month that the carrier had begun deploying mid-band 5G spectrum the same day that the Sprint merger closed, and now that spectrum is officially live. T-Mo has confirmed that its mid-band 5G is now live in parts of Philadelphia, using 2.5GHz airwaves to give T-Mobile’s 5G improved depth and speed. T-Mobile’s Neville Ray says that he’s already seen peak speeds of 600Mbps in Philadelphia. Phones that can access this 2.5GHz-based … [read full article]

T-Mobile kicks off third line free promotion

That $200 switcher offer isn’t the only new deal that T-Mobile has rolled out recently. T-Mobile today kicked off a new third line free promotion. With this deal, you’ll get a third line free when you join with two qualifying lines. A Magenta or Magenta Plus plan is required. Existing customers who have a single line can take advantage of this promo by adding a second line and then they’ll get a third line … [read full article]

T-Mobile continues to maintain network and expand capacity despite coronavirus

T-Mobile and Sprint closed their merger a couple of weeks ago, but with the coronavirus pandemic, some folks might be worried that T-Mo’s network improvements may be delayed. T-Mobile says that that’s not the case. T-Mobile today said that its network build continues to be “on track” despite the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak thanks to its “heroic teams that are working so hard to keep pushing forward.” In its statement to FierceWireless, T-Mo added that it’s working … [read full article]

T-Mobile says educational app usage continues to grow as it helps students get connected

T-Mobile has been providing weekly updates on how its customers are using the network as they continue to work from home, and today we got some more info from T-Mo. Neville Ray, T-Mobile’s president of technology, reports that tethering usage is up 57% among T-Mobile customers and 70% among Spring subscribers. Usage of food delivery apps, gaming apps, video streaming, messaging and calling is up significantly overall, ranging from 30% to more than doubling in … [read full article]

Apple’s new iPhone SE now available to pre-order from T-Mobile

Apple’s new iPhone SE is now available for pre-order from T-Mobile. T-Mo is selling the new iPhone SE in 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB versions, and color options include white, black, and (PRODUCT)RED. Here’s how T-Mobile’s pricing for the new iPhone breaks down: 64GB: $0 down and $16.67 per month for 24 months or $399.99 full retail 128GB: $49.99 down and $16.67 per month for 24 months or $449.99 full retail 256GB: $149.99 down and $16.67 per … [read full article]

T-Mobile offering $200 when you switch carriers and bring your phone

T-Mobile recently rolled out a new promotion to entice customers of other carriers to make the switch. With this new deal, T-Mobile will give you $200 when you port your number to T-Mo and bring your phone or buy a new device at full retail price. The offer is available through T-Mobile.com or through T-Mo’s virtual retail, which is chat or phone support. Customers who take advantage of this plan must port in their number from a non-T-Mobile, … [read full article]

T-Mobile and Sprint’s merger approved by California Public Utilities Commission

  For a long time, one of the final hurdles that T-Mobile and Sprint’s merger had before it could close was approval from the California Public Utilities Commission, the last of 19 PUCs to weigh in on the deal. Of course, we all know that T-Mo and Sprint went ahead and closed their merger without the CPUC earlier this month, but now that approval has finally come. The CPUC today officially approved the merger of T-Mobile … [read full article]

iPhone SE confirmed for launch at T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro by T-Mobile

Following Apple’s announcement of the new iPhone SE earlier today, T-Mobile has now confirmed that it’ll carry the upcoming iPhone. T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro by T-Mobile will all sell the second generation iPhone SE. T-Mo and Sprint customers will be able to pre-order this Friday, April 17th, and the new iPhone will be launch at T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro by T-Mobile on Friday, April 24th. T-Mo hasn’t announced its pricing for the iPhone SE or any … [read full article]

Next T-Mobile Tuesday will bring free fitness app and streaming trials, Samsung device prizes

Lately T-Mobile Tuesdays has been focused on offering deals that you can take advantage while at home, and that’ll continue next week. On Tuesday, April 21st, T-Mobile customers can get a free 1-month trial to the Jillian Michaels Fitness app. The app is available on iOS and Android and includes access to Michaels’ workout DVDs, a meal planner, customized workout planner programs, and more than 800 exercises shot in HD. The service is … [read full article]

New iPhone SE introduced with 4.7-inch screen and Touch ID, starts at $399

If you’re a fan of smaller screens on smartphones, Apple has a new device for you. The new iPhone SE is official with a 4.7-inch display and A13 Bionic processor, which is the same chip found in Apple’s flagship iPhone 11 and 11 Pro. There’s also a Touch ID fingerprint reader on this second generation iPhone SE rather than a Face ID scanner. Diving into the raw specs, this new iPhone SE features a 4.7-inch … [read full article]