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Qualcomm wants to run LTE-U tests with T-Mobile’s help

Qualcomm has submitted an application with the FCC for Special Temporary Authority so that it can conduct tests of pre-commercial LTE-U equipment. The testing will help it learn more about the equipment in its development of commercial devices, helping it to see how the products perform outside of a lab environment. There will also be testing to see how LTE-U and Wi-Fi co-exist in the real world. So where does T-Mobile come … [read full article]

T-Mobile confirms Mobile Money will be discontinued in July

Remember last month when we learned that T-Mobile stores would stop reloading T-Mo Visa Prepaid Cards on April 11? At the time, T-Mobile said that it’d have more Mobile Money news in April, and now that news has been revealed. T-Mobile has confirmed that it’s ending its Mobile Money service. A T-Mo spokesperson explained the move to FierceWireless, saying that more prepaid banking … [read full article]

T-Mobile’s latest promo plan offers two lines with 6GB of high-speed data each for $80

One day after launching a promo family plan that includes four lines with 10GB of high-speed data each, T-Mobile is taking the wraps off of a two-line promo plan. Starting tomorrow, April 8, T-Mobile will offer a plan with two lines of unlimited talk, text, and data along with 6GB of high-speed data for each line. The plan will cost $80 per month, and it’ll … [read full article]

T-Mobile confirms Enhanced Voice Services available now on select phones, will be offered on more devices

Well, that didn’t take long. One day after T-Mobile declined to comment on rumors that it’s using Enhanced Voice Services, it has confirmed that EVS is indeed starting to roll out. Enhanced Voice Services offers improved voice calling on devices that support it. That includes improved voice call reliability and fewer dropped calls when you’ve got a weaker signal and calls that offer a higher … [read full article]

T-Mobile Arena opening today, T-Mo shows it off with an ‘unboxing’ video

Three months after we first learned that T-Mobile would be putting its name in lights above an arena in Las Vegas, the day has come for the arena itself to open. T-Mobile today shared a brief “unboxing” video walkthrough of T-Mobile Arena starring @AskDes and with a brief appearance by the Legere Doll. T-Mobile Arena offers 650,000 square feet of space with five floors and 20,000 seats. The … [read full article]

LG G Pad X 8.0 leaks, rumored to launch at T-Mobile in May

Days after the LG G5 started hitting T-Mobile shelves and subscribers hands, a new report claims that a fresh LG tablet is coming soon to T-Mo, too. VentureBeat says that the LG G Pad X 8.0 will launch at T-Mobile in mid-May for an undisclosed price. Specs for the LG slate are expected to include an 8-inch 1920×1200 display, octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor, 5-megapixel front … [read full article]

T-Mobile launching new promos that offer tablet savings, 10GB family plan

If you need some new devices to help you take advantage of those new Binge On and Music Freedom free streaming services, T-Mobile is happy to help you out. Starting tomorrow, April 6, T-Mobile will offer up to 50 percent (up to $200) off of a tablet when you buy a flagship Apple, Samsung, or LG smartphone on an Equipment Installment Plan. To get the discount, you must buy … [read full article]

T-Mobile adds more free streaming services to both Binge On and Music Freedom

When it comes to T-Mobile’s free media streaming services, Binge On has been getting quite a bit more attention than Music Freedom lately. That’s changing today, though, as both services are now getting some love. T-Mobile today added new free streaming services to both Binge On and Music Freedom. First up, Binge On is growing with the addition of Dailymotion, EPIX, OVGuide, OWNZONES, Viki, YipTV, 120 Sports, Nickelodeon, Spike, … [read full article]

Android 6.0.1 update arrives for Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge today

It appears that today T-Mobile has pushed out minor updates for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge today. This is an update to the existing v6.0.1 for both of Samsung’s flagship devices. Only 146.91MB in size, Android 6.0.1 will include small bug fixes and overall device performance. It’s been noted by several users that T-Mobile has been slacking in terms of Android updates for major flagship phones. However, this could be a sign that T-Mobile is … [read full article]

There is so much love out there for T-Mobile’s ‘Binge On Up’

  Sure, it was just an April Fools’ prank, but a lot of people certainly had fun with it. Last April 1, T-Mobile introduced Binge On Up (together with Binge John), a headband that mobile users can use to mount their smartphones on, basically giving their hands all the freedom while letting them enjoy watching endless streaming of video content all day. As part of its Uncarrier 10 campaign, the announcement of the … [read full article]