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Verizon Nexus 6 Release Date Rumor: March 12 with Android 5.1 Onboard

The Google-branded Motorola Nexus 6 smartphone has been out for a few months now, but a Verizon variant has yet to rear its head. Luckily, it looks like Verizon customers won't have to wait much longer before they can snag the popular phablet.

Sprint and T-Mobile, Unlike Verizon and AT&T, Support Net Neutrality Decision

Sprint and T-Mobile don't mind the FCC's ruling on Net Neutrality. The recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruling on Net Neutrality sent shockwaves throughout the telecomm industry, with major players Verizon and AT&T both deriding the decision to reclassify the Internet as a public utility.

Could Google Wireless Be the Next Google Fiber?

The rumors were true: Google is planning a wireless service that could launch sometime this year. But it's not going to become a full carrier, owning spectrum bands and infrastructure itself -- which is precisely why "Google Wireless" could shake up the industry.

FCC's Net Neutrality Decision Incites Backlash from Verizon and AT&T

The FCC voted Thursday morning in favor of enforcing a Net Neutrality stance that prevents Internet service providers from creating fast lanes, inciting a backlash from major telecommunications providers Verizon and AT&T.

Cellphone Plans: AT&T Targets Mexican Wireless Users, Hopes to Acquire Nextel Mexico

AT&T is shifting its focus to Mexico now that the U.S. has reached 100 percent mobile penetration. AT&T is shifting its focus to Mexico now that the U.

Wireless Companies Agreed to Unlocking Phones: Here's How They Stack Up in Practice

Last week a voluntary agreement made between the CTIA Wireless Association and the FCC went into effect, officially marking the point where consumers can insist on having smartphones and tablets they fully paid for unlocked from any of the four major carriers.

Verizon Wireless May Skip Next Spectrum Auction, Has Enough Radio Frequencies to Power Mobile Phones for Years

Verizon has enough wireless spectrum, or the radio frequencies that power wireless services, to keep up with customer demand for the next few years, the company said.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Update Release Date: HTC One M8 for Sprint, T-Mobile Reported, Samsung Galaxy Note 4 OTA Gaining Momentum

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update is gaining momentum across the globe, but many eager users in the U.S. are getting impatient waiting for their specific device to receive an OTA notification telling them they're about to get their Lollipop. Here's the latest.

Unlocking Phones and Tablets Now Official -- Here's Everything You Need to Know

Wednesday, Feb. 11, marked an important shift in power to the consumer in the wireless industry. It's the day carriers officially must begin allowing customers to unlock their fully paid phones to use however they like. Here's how.

Comparing Cell Phone Plans: Verizon Reduces Rates on Data, AT&T and T-Mobile Allow Rollover Data

Verizon Wireless will not take part in the rollover data plans now offered by T-Mobile and AT&T. They have reduced their prices on data a little though.

Senators Demanding Investigation of Verizon Wireless Mobile Phones Use of Supercookies on the Internet

Verizon Wireless's use of so-called supercookies is coming under scrutiny, and Democratic senators on Friday called on federal regulators to investigate the unique tracking codes.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Update Release Date: Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M7, M8, and LG G3 for Sprint and Verizon Among the First Few OTA So Far

Congratulations, flagship Android smartphone owners in the U.S. who have been patiently waiting for Android 5.0 Lollipop to begin rolling out, we're now in the month of February. That means a lot of release dates for Android L are coming in the near future, starting with HTC One M7, M8, and the LG G3 -- depending on your carrier.

AT&T, Verizon, Dish Network Big Spenders in FCC Spectrum Auction

In a rather quiet affair, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) concluded a record-setting telecommunications spectrum auction last week, raising $44.9 billion.

Verizon Plans & Carriers 2015: Most Data Plan Prices Cut by $10; Company Tries to Match Offers from T-Mobile

Data plans will be reduced by $10 Effective Thursday, Verizon will cut most of its data plan prices by $10, ZDNet reports. Because of recent price reductions and feature changes by competitors AT&T and T-Mobile, Verizon has decided to cut prices on most of its data plans.

Verizon Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 5.0 Lollipop Update Released Over the Air

It looks like Samsung is stepping its game up when it comes to Android updates for its Android devices. Android 5.0 Lollipop has finally landed Stateside for the popular Galaxy s5 handset.

FCC vs ISPs: Upcoming Net Neutrality Vote a Moment of Truth, or Just the Beginning of Another Fight?

About one month from now on February 26, the Federal Communications Commission will vote on new Open Internet rules that govern Internet Service Providers. But what looks like the moment of truth for Net Neutrality debate may be just the beginning of more quarrelling between ISPs and the FCC.

Verizon, AT&T & T-Mobile Wireless Plans for Families: How to Share Data, Minutes and Texts With your Family

Family plans offer savings The wireless price war continues into 2015 with the four major carriers fighting for business by changing up their plans and offering attractive features.

T-Mobile Phones, Plans & Unlimited Coverage 2015: Stash Your Data Plan Features Unbeatable Rollover Data Deal

T-Mobile is getting more aggressive with its advertising and is really trying to steal customers away from AT&T and Verizon. Now with Stash Your Data plans, T-Mobile wants customers who use a lot of data to actually be able to actually use that data. AT&T has previously responded with rollover data, but it is not as user friendly as T-Mobile's plan.

Verizon Wireless Unlimited Plans, Phones & Account: Phone Company Tries to Compete With Cheaper New Deals

Verizon and AT&T seem to be taking over the nation when it comes to wireless. Typically, the best phones make it to these two carriers and the best network coverage come from them too. With that said, Verizon's plans can be very pricey, but seeing an all-out price war as of late, Verizon might start offering cheaper plans.

Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam Talks Rumors of Wireless Company Acquiring AOL, Huffington Post, Tech Crunch

Verizon will not be making any big moves Verizon's CEO Lowell McAdam shrugged off a rumor that said Verizon was acquiring AOL and other media companies.

Comparing Cell Phone Plans: Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, and AT&T Smartphone Plans in the US

Every big carrier has several smartphone plans, but which are the cheapest ones? We explore. Many people are clearly willing to spend triple digits on a smartphone plan for themselves and their families, but that's of course not ideal.
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