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Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston among major T-Mobile markets having their AWS 3G/4G networks shut down this summer

Some of you may be aware already that T-Mobile – as part of its network modernization process – is shutting down its AWS HSPA+ network in a number of markets this year. As it builds out its LTE network, T-Mo wants to recycle its older network technology. This move has actually been planned for some time now, but there are some pretty big markets having their AWS 1700/2100 4G/3G (U2100) networks shut-down now, or very soon. We … [read full article]

Do T-Mobile and Dish need each other?

Earlier today I read an article over at Seeking Alpha, written by a research analyst and author named Brian Nichols. In it he argues that Dish and T-Mobile need each other. And after reading, I’m hard pushed to find a strong argument against it. It highlights something we’ve known for a long time. But, like anyone not wanting to admit to any kind of defeat, we convince ourselves that “it’ll be okay.” It’s all about … [read full article]

Cam’s Top 5 – Unlocked Budget T-Mobile friendly phones

T-Mobile sells some of the best – and most expensive phones – on the market. But perhaps what’s surprising is that there are a bunch of affordable phones on the market that can (almost) give those devices a run for their money. And they’re not available on T-Mobile’s store shelves. While that means that they don’t come with services like Wi-Fi Calling baked in, it does mean that they’re factory unlocked and free of any of the … [read full article]

FCC chief to recommend voting against T-Mobile’s request for more reserve spectrum at auction

According to a report on Bloomberg, the FCC is likely to reject the request made by T-Mobile to reserve more spectrum for smaller carriers/companies and next year’s incentive auction. “Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler will recommend the agency deny T-Mobile’s request, according to two people familiar with briefings agency officials have given industry representatives. They spoke on condition of anonymity because the meetings weren’t public.” Last year, T-Mobile – and a bunch of other … [read full article]

[UPDATE – Comcast not interested] Deutsche Telekom allegedly in talks with Comcast over T-Mobile sale

UPDATE – Comcast has denied these rumors according to Reuters. Looks like we dodged a bullet there. Batman will not be working for Falcone.  If you could list all the U.S. companies you’d least like to end up buying or merging with T-Mobile, I’m pretty sure Comcast would be right up there with the likes of Verizon and AT&T. Sadly though, rumors from supposedly reputable sources in Germany – according to Manager Magazin – suggest … [read full article]

T-Mobile BlackBerry Classic getting 10.3.2.798 update from today

Software Update: @TMobile #Blackberry Classic – Starting 6/17 – https://t.co/Mw4bLDtc0M – Des pic.twitter.com/Pyry3TgxjK — Des (@askdes) June 16, 2015 Des Smith, the ever-popular T-Mobile product guru announced last night that the carrier’s BlackBerry Classic is about to get its first software update. T-Mo will start rolling out BlackBerry OS 10.3.2.798 from today, June 17. If you’re one of the few who has the device, be sure to check your settings for a … [read full article]

Useful video highlights changes made in Android 5.1.1 for S6 and S6 Edge

Yesterday, T-Mobile approved and released the Android 5.1.1 software update for its Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge users. At the time there was some confusion about what exactly was in the update. But thankfully, one of our tech-reviewing friends on YouTube was on hand to show us. Michael Kukielka (better known as DetroitBorg) uploaded a very quick video to his channel showing off the … [read full article]

MetroPCS adds Cuba to World Calling Add-on

News from the prepaid side this afternoon, as MetroPCS has announced that it’s adding another country to its World Calling add-on. The $10 add-on now includes Cuba. For those unfamiliar, the $10 World Calling add-on is available to any MetroPCS customers on the $50 or $60 plans. For ten bucks you get the following: While You’re in the U.S. · Unlimited calling to land-lines in over 75 countries · Unlimited mobile texting to most countries worldwide (including … [read full article]

Android 5.1.1 update for T-Mobile Galaxy S6, S6 Edge rolling out

In the early hours of this morning, T-Mobile began the rollout of the next software update for T-Mobile customers using the new Samsung flagships. Both the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge now have the Android 5.1.1 refresh available. The update brings with it some performance boosters and Guest Mode. In line with the update, T-Mobile has updated its support pages with a breakdown of changes and fixes. The Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge software baseband … [read full article]