Buyer's guide
Straight Talk Buyer's Guide: Everything you need to know!
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Straight Talk is a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) that offers prepaid wireless plans with no contracts. Find out what Straight Talk has to offer!
Samuel Contreras
When Samuel is not writing about networking or 5G at Mobile Nations, he spends most of his time researching computer components and obsessing over what CPU goes into the ultimate Windows 98 computer. It's the Pentium 3.
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From zero to Eero
Eero Mesh vs Eero Pro: What are the differences and which should you buy?
The Eero Pro mesh router is a great product but the newer Eero is more than enough for more people and has a great price as well.
Make a mesh
Eero Mesh vs. TP-Link Deco M5: Which should you buy?
The TP-Link Deco M5 is one of the best values in entry-level mesh Wi-Fi systems. Its good speeds and strong ecosystem helps it keep its lead over the Eero.
mvno madness
If you want to try out an MVNO carrier, check out these options
Don't like being tied to a phone contract? You might want to try out an MVNO carrier like Metro by T-Mobile, Mint Mobile, or Google Fi.
Number Five
What you need to know about the 'other' network provider, U.S. Cellular
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What you need to know about America's fifth largest network provider.
Mesh networking
Does Eero make a better mesh than Orbi?
Building a mesh network for your home Wi-Fi has never been easier with routers from companies like NETGEAR and Eero. The Eero Pro seeks to make mesh networks as easy and attractive as possible, and in many ways, succeeds.
More for Less
Which Mint Mobile plan should you buy?
Which plan should you get on Mint Mobile?
MVNOs
For prepaid carriers, should you go with Mint Mobile or Boost Mobile?
We compare Mint Mobile to Boost Mobile to help you figure out which alternative carrier is best for you.
More to unlimited
Do you have Verizon Unlimited? Get Disney+ for a year
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If you have a Verizon Wireless unlimited plan or home internet, you can get Disney+ for a year. Here's what you need to know to make it happen.
Buyer's guide
Ready to try Boost Mobile? Here's what you should know
What you need to know about Boost Mobile's phones, plans, and service.
TP-tastic
TP-Link router systems: Great mix of quality and price
TP-Link makes networking products that strike a great balance between price and quality. Here are some of our favorites.
Don't mesh it up
Should you buy the TP-Link Deco M5 or M4?
TP-Link's Deco series provides a solid balance of speed and compact design. The Deco M5 stands out for its fast speeds and small hockey puck design. With MU-MIMO on board this router intends to keep up with anything you can throw at it.
Android is typing...
Can the US carriers solve Android messaging? We're answering your questions
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CCMI is bringing an RCS-like messaging experience to Android. Will all smartphone users finally get the features we've come to expect from other messaging apps?
Make a mesh
Is tri-band enough for Velop to top Nest Wifi?
The Nest Wifi Router and the Linksys Velop both offer advanced features in the same price range. Velop's Tri-band connection makes it compelling for top speeds but Nest's focus on software and consistency help it grab the lead.
More to unlimited
Binge watch Disney+ with these unlimited Verizon plans
Verizon is footing the bill for a year of Disney+ video streaming. These are the best plans to take advantage of the offer no matter how you prefer to watch.
5G is spreading
5 ways to improve your 5G signal
5G is expanding quickly. Here are some ways to make sure you can make the most of this new signal.
Get ready fight!
More lines or more months? Mint Mobile vs AT&T Prepaid
Mint Mobile drives costs down for one or two lines but AT&T Prepaid still has a lot of value especially if you need unlimited data or want to get the whole family on one account.
Make a mesh
Does Netgear make a better mesh with Orbi than Nest Wifi?
The Nest Wifi Router is an exciting mesh router with a lot of potential but it doesn't do enough to justify the cost over systems like Netgear's Orbi Tri-band routers.
5G for free
Here's everything you need to know about T-Mobile 5G
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T-Mobile is launching it's 5G network for anyone with a 5G compatible device. With a small deployment already at 28Ghz and 39Ghz with a 600Mhz low-band network on the way, T-Mobile is set to be one of the biggest names in 5G through the end of the year.
5G for you
Here's every U.S. city with 5G coverage right now
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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, Sprint, T-Mobile, or AT&T.