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Apple’s Sept. 9 “Awe Dropping” tease: a skinnier iPhone, smarter watches, and AirPods that do more – what to expect and how to watch

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 5, 2025

Apple’s Tuesday show is shaping up as a classic “refine-and-rethink” year – think a super-thin iPhone variant that trades some…

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MrBeast wants to sell you phone service – here’s what that actually means (and what could go wrong)

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 2, 2025

Business Insider says a leaked MrBeast investor deck lays out plans for a creator-branded MVNO, with a potential 2026 launch…

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Verizon’s prepaid goes global: Simple Mobile & Total Wireless add real roaming and keep the price locks

By Rachael Hoffman / Aug 20, 2025

Verizon just turned up the heat in prepaid international. Simple Mobile adds bigger country lists and a true “World+” tier…

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Cricket’s “jaw-dropping” reboot includes cheaper unlimited, big hotspot buckets, and Max included – what’s real and what’s marketing

By Rachael Hoffman / Jul 26, 2025

Cricket just rebuilt its lineup around a $35 unlimited entry, two stepped-up unlimited tiers with 15GB/50GB hotspot, and a top…

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T-Mobile’s prepaid reboot: a price lock in a world of moving targets

By Rachael Hoffman / Jun 18, 2025

T-Mobile Prepaid’s new lineup prioritizes predictability over raw gigabytes, centering on a rare five-year price guarantee and a steady drip…

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Verizon’s Cost-Cutting Plan: A Necessary Shift or Risky Gamble?

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 13, 2024

Verizon’s decision to lay off 5,000 employees as part of a $2 billion cost-cutting effort underscores the financial strain facing…

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Boost Mobile Expands Device Lineup with Full iPhone 16 Series

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 12, 2024

Boost Mobile has officially announced that it will be offering the entire iPhone 16 lineup, including the iPhone 16, iPhone…

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AT&T and Microsoft Users Hit by Widespread Outage

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 12, 2024

A significant outage has affected thousands of AT&T and Microsoft users across multiple states, disrupting services for businesses and individuals…

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Apple Glowtime Event Unveils iPhone 16 Lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and More: Everything You Need to Know

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 10, 2024

Apple’s “Glowtime” event was a showcase of innovation and refinement, with the company unveiling a host of new products that…

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Everything You Need to Know About Apple’s Glowtime Event on September 9

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 6, 2024

Apple’s “Glowtime” event, scheduled for September 9, 2024, is generating significant buzz with expected announcements across its product lineup. The…

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Verizon’s $20 Billion Frontier Acquisition: A Bold Move to Expand Fiber-Optic Dominance

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 5, 2024

Verizon has announced plans to acquire Frontier Communications’ fiber-optic network for $20 billion, a strategic move aimed at expanding its…

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SpaceX’s Starlink to Boost Wilderness Emergency Communication

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 2, 2024

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is expanding its Starlink satellite network to provide free, direct-to-smartphone satellite coverage for emergency 911 calls in…

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AT&T Announces Leadership Change at FirstNet

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 2, 2024

AT&T has announced a significant leadership transition at FirstNet, the nation’s dedicated communications network for first responders. Jason Agnew has…

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States Crack Down on Cell Phone Use in Schools

By Rachael Hoffman / Sep 1, 2024

Across the United States, a wave of new policies is taking shape as state lawmakers and school districts impose stricter…

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Boost Mobile Streamlines SIM Switching Process with In-Store Support

By Rachael Hoffman / Aug 30, 2024

Boost Mobile has recently introduced a significant update that allows customers to switch their SIM cards directly in stores, marking…

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Verizon Mobilizes to Support Customers Amid Tropical Storm Debby

By Rachael Hoffman / Aug 6, 2024

In response to Tropical Storm Debby, Verizon is offering support to customers in affected regions of Florida and Georgia. From…

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Cricket Wireless Earns Top Marks in Customer Care for 2024

By Rachael Hoffman / Aug 5, 2024

Cricket Wireless has once again demonstrated its commitment to customer satisfaction, earning the top spot in customer care for 2024.…

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Verizon’s myPlan Attracts Subscribers Amidst Fierce Competition, but Challenges Remain

By Rachael Hoffman / Jul 23, 2024

Verizon’s new customizable myPlan offerings have helped the company regain some traction in a challenging market, with 449,000 postpaid phone…

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TracFone to Pay $16 Million in FCC Settlement Over Data Breaches

By Rachael Hoffman / Jul 23, 2024

TracFone Wireless, a major player in the prepaid mobile phone market, has agreed to a $16 million settlement with the…

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FCC Mandates Phone Unlocking and Expands Digital Access

By Rachael Hoffman / Jul 18, 2024

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently voted unanimously to implement new rules addressing critical issues in the telecommunications sector. These…

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