Tag Archives: Sprint

T-Mobile officially reveals Sprint’s CDMA 3G network shut down date

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It’s official! T-Mobile will be shutting down Sprint’s CDMA 3G network on January 1, 2022.  The information was revealed in an internal memo that was obtained by this report. The memo details the company’s plans to continue building the best 5G network in the country and in doing so, the older technologies will be retired.  The memo also reveals some important things to know on how this … [read full article]

T-Mobile believes pandemic behind delay of promise to hire more employees

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When it was still trying to get its Sprint merger plans approved, T-Mobile promised that it would be adding more jobs to the company. This was one of the major concerns people had with the merger since they worried it would lead to job loss. But T-Mobile promised that they would add 11,000 jobs by 2024.   “This merger is all about creating new, high-quality, high-paying … [read full article]

T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile joins FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program

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T-Mobile and its prepaid arm, Metro by T-Mobile, have unveiled that they will be participating in the temporary Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB) released by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Through this program, households that are struggling with their internet service bills during the pandemic can continue to stay connected to education, work, and healthcare services. Enrollment to the program will open on May 12th. If you are a qualified T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, Assurance Wireless, or … [read full article]

T-Mobile waives charges for calls and SMS made to/from Saint Vincent

Earlier today, T-Mobile published a blog post to send their sympathies to the people affected by the ongoing volcanic eruption of La Soufrière in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Situated in the southern Caribbean, the volcano has continually been erupting since April 9 for the first time in 42 years. The island nation has a total population of 110,000.  Despite the ongoing health crisis, the volcanic eruption continues to wreck havoc on the lives of the residents … [read full article]

T-Mobile reveals plans to expand to retail stores in rural areas

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During its Virtual Analyst Day event, T-Mobile revealed its plans to further its position as the 5G leader in the country. But in addition to that, the Un-Carrier announced that it is getting ready for a “significant expansion” of its “addressable markets.”  One of its goals is to take a “multi-pronged” approach at improving subscriber numbers by making their services and products available to potential … [read full article]

T-Mobile will reportedly purchase Shentel’s wireless business for $1.95 billion

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T-Mobile has made some big decisions for the company. Earlier today, the company revealed that it plans to buy the wireless assets of regional operator, Shentel. According to the report, this acquisition will include around 1.1 million mobile customers from the areas of Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The report also shares that the acquisition will cost a total of $1.95 billion.  Shentel … [read full article]

Tello Mobile: GSM is now live!

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It’s official! GSM is now live in Tello Mobile.  A few days ago, we reported that Tello will be offering GSM under T-Mobile’s network. We are reporting on this again today since Tello has made some changes to how it will be migrating existing customers.  According to Tello’s post, the migration of existing customers will be treated with great attention and transparency. Tello will be handling the migration in batches … [read full article]

T-Mobile showing interest in 2.5GHz spectrum auction

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One of the reasons why T-Mobile decided to merge with Sprint is so it could expand its 5G network with Sprint’s spectrum. As revealed today, it looks like there is an extra 2.5GHz spectrum being sold in the market. And according to reports, T-Mobile wants to obtain this too.   The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will be holding an open meeting agenda on Wednesday where they would be seeking comment … [read full article]

Sprint customers getting a rate plan upgrade from T-Mobile

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Sprint customers are in for a treat today thanks to T-Mobile’s new rate plan upgrade.  Thanks to the merger between the two companies, Sprint customers can now enjoy the perks offered exclusively to T-Mobile subscribers. And as revealed in a post today, these are the upgrades that T-Mobile gave to Sprint customers: No More Extra Cost for Monthly Taxes and Fees Monthly taxes and fees are now included in the plan so this means that there are … [read full article]