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Goodbye 3G
T-Mobile is shutting down 3G next summer to make way for better 5G
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T-Mobile already announced the dates it would retire the Sprint network in 2022 and has now added its own 3G network to the list. T-Mobile's 3G network will be retired July 1, 2022.
LTE and 5G
Which network does Tello use?
In the past, Tello used Sprint for its coverage though it now uses T-Mobile for all of its coverage needs. T-Mobile on Tello includes LTE access and support for the full 5G network if you have a compatible phone.
Even Faster 5G
T-Mobile will show iPhone users when they're using fast Ultra Capacity 5G
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The iPhone 13 and 13 Pro will get a new 5G icon to show when they're connected to T-Mobile's fast Ultra Capacity 5G network. The iPhone 12 series will also get the icon in an update with Android phones likely to follow later.
5G
What is the best 5G network in 2021?
New 5G phones are on the way, and Verizon and Sprint are the best ways to take advantage of them. Download faster and stream with more resolution. Just be sure to check the coverage map.
More places to buy
T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile are coming to 2,300 Walmart retail locations
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T-Mobile has partnered with Walmart to bring T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile to 2,300 retail locations and Walmart.com significantly increasing its retail footprint. Customers will be able to shop for plans and 5G devices at these Walmart locations.
Prepaid 5G
Does Tello support 5G?
Tello once used Sprint's network for its customers but has moved to T-Mobile, including full 5G support. So if you have a phone that works with T-Mobile's 5G network, you can get connected with Tello.
4G is still great
How to disable 5G on a Google Pixel phone
Since fall 2020, Pixel phones have had 5G capability. Unfortunately, 5G isn't as ubiquitous as we'd all like it to be, and it can really tax your battery. But don't worry! We'll show you how to turn it off if 5G just isn't working for you.
Your connection
What is 5G? The next-gen wireless standard explained
All of the major carriers are deploying 5G in some capacity and 5G capable phones are starting to roll out. It's all to answer the demand for more capacity and more consistent coverage.
More 5G
Dish is set to launch its 5G network soon with a very limited beta
Dish Wireless revealed in an earnings call that it is nearly ready to begin testing its new 5G network in Las Vegas. The network is entering the final phase of construction and Dish expects to begin testing with a beta release by the end of September.
5G for you
5G coverage map: Every US city with AT&T, Verizon & T-Mobile 5G
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5G deployment is moving fast and the list of cities with coverage is growing all the time. See if your U.S. city has coverage yet by Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T.
5G 5G 5G
AT&T delivers the best 5G experience in RootMetrics 2021 5G report
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AT&T takes the overall best Everyday 5G experience award in RootMetrics 5G report for the first half of 2021. T-Mobile has the best availability with Verizon offering the best reliability once connected.
The people have spoken
Our readers have spoken: a new 5G BlackBerry is a must-have
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BlackBerry and OnwardMobility are gearing up to launch a new 5G smartphone, there appears to be some interest in the device.
Shortage? What shortage?
Qualcomm's impressive Q3 revenue shows that its strategy is working
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Qualcomm beats analyst expectations with a strong quarter, reporting impressive growth despite the effects of the global chip shortage.
Prepaid 5G
Switch to Metro by T-Mobile with unlimited 5G data for $25 per month
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When you switch to Metro by T-Mobile, you can get a free 5G phone as well as an unlimited plan with 5G support for $25 per month for two years. Metro points out this is half the price of competitors Boost Mobile and Cricket Wireless for comparable plan.
Ultra Capacity
T-Mobile is finally showing you where to find its elusive, ultra-fast 5G
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T-Mobile has updated its coverage maps to show customers where they can access the faster Ultra Capacity 5G network on mid-band 2.5GHz spectrum. This network covers 165 million people and offers average download speeds of 350Mbps.
CrackBerry
Poll: Are you interested in a new 5G BlackBerry smartphone?
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BlackBerry is preparing to make yet another comeback, but this time the fans will have a say in its development. But is a new BlackBerry 5G smartphone something you'd buy in 2021?
trying to make it a thing
The BlackBerry 5G smartphone is apparently still a thing, waitlist now open
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OnwardMobility has opened a waitlist for fans interested in the upcoming BlackBerry 5G smartphone that's currently in development.
Get the data you need
Make the most of your new Android with one of the best cell phones plans
A smartphone is only as good as the network connecting it. These are the best cell phone plans to make sure you can make the most out of your phone, whether you're looking for ultimate 5G speeds or just to get the whole family connected without breaking the bank.
A 5G advantage
Ookla's Q2 report find T-Mobile to be the fastest mobile carrier
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Ookla's network performance report from the second quarter of 2021 finds that T-Mobile has the fastest overall network and fastest 5G performance. Ookla gathers data from users of the popular Speedtest app allowing it to gather information from all over the country on a wide range of devices.
#5G
AT&T 5G reaches 250 million covered with 5G+ and C-band expansion coming
AT&T's 5G network now covers more than 250 million people in the U.S. six months ahead of its goal. AT&T is also expanding its mmWave 5G+ network to more cities and venues across the country.
Now with more data
AT&T Unlimited Elite gets a free upgrade with truly unlimited data
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AT&T is upgrading its top Unlimited Elite plan by getting rid of all data caps, increasing hotspot data, and increasing video streaming resolutions to 4K. This upgrade is available to both new and current customers and won't cost any more than the current plan.