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]
Most people these days have already made the switch to a 5G-enabled smartphone, especially since manufacturers have started to release budget-friendly options. Despite this, there are still some people who use 2G phones. The ones that do are currently using T-Mobile’s 2G network since Verizon and AT&T have shut down their networks years ago. T-Mobile also originally planned to shutdown its 2G network on April 2. But it looks like the Un-carrier has changed its mind. [read full article]
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]
If you’re still using T-Mobile’s 2G GSM network, you may need to update your device to a newer one– even if it’s just a 4G smartphone. This is because T-Mobile will be switching off its 2G GSM network on April 2, 2024. On its website, the Un-carrier explained this move as: “Across the industry, wireless companies have retired older network technologies as part of an … [read full article]
There are reports that T-Mobile will be pushing its End of Life date on 3G. Unlike its rivals, T-Mobile has not yet disclosed any information about its plans to discontinue its own and Sprint’s 3G networks. Instead, T-Mobile for Business customers have continually been receiving letters regarding details for device requirements to continue enjoying service. These letters include these important dates to remember: January 1 – T-Mobile will … [read full article]
With the prevalence of 4G LTE coverage and devices, there’s been some discussion of shutting down older networks. Today T-Mobile CTO Neville Ray touched on the topic as it relates to T-Mo. Speaking during MWC 2017 in Barcelona, Ray explained that T-Mo would like to have GSM turned down by 2020, … [read full article]
Earlier today, T-Mobile held an event to show off the new plans and payment schemes for service and phones. There weren’t many surprises given all the leaks we’ve had in the last few weeks about T-Mobile’s “Uncarrier” offering. Like John Legere promised back in December, the new plans are very simple and pretty easy to understand once you grasp the basic concepts behind the plans. … [read full article]
Looks like T-Mobile is beginning to kick their network refarm into another gear as a new piece of intel hits our inbox suggesting T-Mobile will begin a “3G Device Upgrade Pilot” for select cities in the US. Beginning July 9th and running through July 30th, select … [read full article]
