Archive | August, 2024

Some iPhone Users on T-Mobile Can Now Send a Text Over Satellite

Satellite texting is now available for T-Mobile customers with an iPhone. Apple previously introduced the feature in 2022 as an emergency service. With iOS 18, this has been expanded to allow sending messages using satellites in orbit. The latest iOS 18 public beta 2 version however, allows users to text over satellite.  Unfortunately, PhoneArena has clarified that this feature is currently working for some … [read full article]

T-Mobile Prepares for Tropical Storm Ernesto

T-Mobile has activated its emergency plans in lieu of the looming Tropical Storm Ernesto just in time for its landfall in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The TS is expected to bring heavy rains, tropical force winds, and flooding.  With this threat, T-Mobile has mobilized its Emergency Management team to work closely with its National Operations Centers to monitor the situation of the storm and network’s performance in the midst of it.  Prior to the … [read full article]

Google’s New Pixel 9 Lineup Lands on T-Mobile

Earlier today, Google unveiled its newest Pixel lineup, which consisted of four smartphone models and a smartwatch. Without any delays, T-Mobile announced that these new Pixel devices will be coming to its lineup too. The best part about the announcement was that T-Mobile has options to get any of these devices for free.  The newly announced Pixel offers from T-Mobile are: $100 off the Pixel 9 Pro (exclusively at the Un-carrier!) and $200 off the Pixel 9 … [read full article]

Report: Customer Discovers Possible Privacy Issue With T Life App Sending Data Every 5 Seconds

T-Mobile’s T Life app recently found itself in the spotlight as an app that users found redundant. Considering it shared many similarities as the T-Mobile app, many are hoping they can just delete it. But as T-Mobile shared, it would soon replace the T-Mobile app, which is why users have settled on keeping both apps for now.  Recently, however, a user … [read full article]

Report: T-Mobile’s P360 to Get Free Screen Replacements + Other Perks

T-Mobile’s Protection 360 (P360) has been a big help for smartphone users who always encounter a mishap with their devices. Through this device insurance program, users get an assurance that their device will be taken care of in such instances.  Back in July, it was reported that T-Mobile will allow users to enroll their new device at any time instead of the 30-day period after … [read full article]

T-Mobile Quietly Sets New Shutdown Date for Its 2G Network

T-Mobile’s 2G network shutdown date has been postponed one too many times. The last update we had from the Un-carrier was in February 2024, when the company decided to postpone the shutdown date to an unknown date: “While we have not yet established an exact date, we will notify you in advance when we plan to retire T-Mobile’s older 2G (GSM) network. Please be aware that … [read full article]

T-Mobile Tuesdays’ Next Reward is a Padded Seat Cushion

T-Mobile recently gave away a pickleball set as part of its T-Mobile Tuesdays rewards. According to reports, the next physical freebie is another sports-related item.  As shared by The Mobile Report, T-Mobile is giving away a padded stadium seat cushion. Just as it had done with previous physical freebies, this item comes in the brand’s signature Magenta color with a white T logo on it.  The freebie … [read full article]

T-Mobile Issues REVVL 7 Pro Recall Memo to Stores

Earlier today, T-Mobile sent out a memo informing its stores to return their remaining stocks of the REVVL 7 Pro. The device was first unveiled in May this year, alongside the REVVL 7. Although the REVVL 7 carries T-Mobile’s name, it was manufactured by different companies, including TCL.  Unfortunately, something serious must have happened causing the wireless carrier to recall these models, including demo units. The note says all devices need to be returned by August 14. … [read full article]

T-Mobile Rolls Out Partner Plus, Subsidy Program for Businesses

T-Mobile has unveiled a new channel subsidy program for its business partners. The new program, called Partner Plus, was designed to help reduce the initial cost of 5G laptops and enterprise-grade 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) equipment by Ericsson’s Cradlepoint.  One of the perks that business owners get with T-Mobile certified 5G laptops is that they are getting a device with always-on connectivity powered by the Un-carrier’s 5G network. In addition to this, users get enhanced privacy … [read full article]