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Report: T-Mobile Plans to Roll Out New Device Trade-in System

Device trade-ins are a preferred option for anyone who wishes to upgrade their smartphone. Not only will this give you a discount on the latest model, it also gives other people a chance to purchase a device at less than its original price.  With a device trade-in, however, it’s always best to have your old device shipped to companies in a box. But for those who do not follow the practice of keeping old boxes at home, … [read full article]

Opt Out of T-Mobile’s Upcoming Plan Migration Using These Steps

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Previously, it was reported that T-Mobile was forcing customers on its older plans to upgrade to a newer and more expensive plan. Although T-Mobile has iterated that they “are not raising the price of any of the plans,” it still means that customers will have to be moved to a more expensive plan.  As it turns out, there is a way to opt out of this move. This was recently reported by [read full article]

T-Mobile Tuesdays’ Next Perk is a Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bucket

With Halloween coming up soon, T-Mobile is giving its customers a Halloween-themed treat for its next T-Mobile Tuesdays perk.  The Mobile Report managed to score some images of the new perk, which is a Halloween bucket with the Un-carrier’s signature color.  It’s the typical Halloween Trick-or-Treat bucket that can be purchased just about anywhere. The only difference is that this one bears T-Mobile’s Magenta color. It also … [read full article]

T-Mobile Finally Sets a Date for 2G GSM Network Shutdown

Would you believe that it’s been three decades since 2G rolled out in the US? Ever since that time, lots of things have changed. And as wireless carriers in the country have started to move on to 5G, it’s only natural to say goodbye to this old wireless connectivity standard.  Both AT&T and Verizon have long phased out their 2G networks. T-Mobile is finally following this move as it switches off 2G in the US.  [read full article]

T-Mobile Encountered Temporary Glitch that Exposed Accounts of Less than 100 Customers

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Recently, there were reports that T-Mobile’s customers were the subject of a new cyberattack or breach. But as confirmed by T-Mobile, an attack did not happen. Instead, it was a temporary system glitch that happened.  As reported by The Mobile Report, the Un-carrier had a planned overnight technology update. Unfortunately, this affected a limited number of customers. Initially, the report thought that a breach … [read full article]

T-Mobile Will Be Leasing Comcast’s Airwaves

Recently, Comcast revealed that it will be selling spectrum to T-Mobile. The information was announced on Comcast’s blog, which details that the deal will be worth up to $3.3 billion.  As shared by Comcast, it will be selling its 600MHz band spectrum since it is “unlikely” to need it. Previously, the cable company planned to build its own 5G network for its Xfinity Mobile brand. The company’s initial plan was … [read full article]

Report: Is T-Mobile Planning to Acquire USCellular?

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Is T-Mobile hinting at acquiring another rival?  As reported by PhoneArena, T-Mobile’s CEO Mike Sievert has been hinting at purchasing USCellular, which has recently been put up for sale. If the Un-carrier is able to purchase the carrier, it will give them more spectrum and significant assets in the rural markets.  Currently, T-Mobile’s rural wireless market share in the country has increased to 16.5% from 13% in 2021. Still, … [read full article]

T-Mobile Makes Bold Move After Layoffs

Last month, it was announced that 7 percent of T-Mobile’s workforce was getting cut. This roughly translated to 5,000 employees. Shortly after this, the Un-carrier announced the first-ever dividend program for its shareholders to enjoy.  In its announcement, the company is said to be preparing to pay dividends of $3.75 billion in the next five quarters. In addition to this, T-Mo plans to buy back $15.25 billion of its shares. Shortly after the announcement, the company’s shares … [read full article]