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T-Mobile and Metro Just Overhauled Their Phone Plans

T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile launched new plans with more features, a 5-year price guarantee, and generous switching incentives.

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T-Mobile Introduces a Sneaky Price Hike for Some Customers

Hello, junk fees!

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T-Mobile Now Officially Owns More Fiber Internet Infrastructure

Your internet is turning magenta.

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Some T-Mobile Home Internet Customers Just Gained Faster Upload Speeds

T-Mobile now utilizes 5G Standalone (5G SA) connectivity on some Home Internet bridges.

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How to Know if a Carrier Deal is too Good to be True

Phone carriers want to get the most money they can out of you.

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Are You Overpaying for Your Phone Plan? Here's How to Check

Do you feel like your phone plan is too expensive?

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How to Check if Your Phone Is Carrier Unlocked

If you need to know whether or not your phone is carrier unlocked, follow these steps to find the answer.

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I Switched to a Family Data Cell Plan, and I Wish I Did It Sooner

I'll save money any way I can.

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Your T-Mobile Bill Might Be Going Up

So much for 'Price Lock'.

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How to Negotiate a Better Deal with Your Cell Phone Carrier

You don't have to accept the price listed for your phone plan.

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How Accurate Are Cell Phone Network Coverage Maps?

Carriers like to show off their coverage maps all the time, but how much can you actually trust that data?

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These Carriers Offer Genuinely Unlimited Data Plans

They say 'unlimited,' but what they mean is 'unlimited...ish.

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iOS 18.4 Finally Brings RCS Messaging to Google Fi and Other T-Mobile Carriers

It only took five months!

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Prepaid vs. Postpaid Mobile Plans: What's the Difference?

If you are looking for a new phone plan, you may be wondering whether to go for a prepaid or postpaid option. These are the differences to know.

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8 Top Tips to Save Money on Your Phone Bill

Every bit of money you can save helps your budget.

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8 Ways To Improve Your Cell Signal at Home

If your text messages don't go through and your calls keep dropping at home, consider using these tips to improve your cell signal.

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T-Mobile 5G gateway on a table.
T-Mobile Has New 5G Internet Plans

The plans come with deals, like a free TV.

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Starlink Direct-to-Cell Satellite Service Just Got FCC Approval

From space, straight to your phone.

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Locked vs. Unlocked Phones: What's the Difference?

Unlock the secrets of how carriers can lock up your freedom.

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Family Cell Plans: Are There Any Downsides?

Saving money is nice, but don't forget to read the fine print.

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