Verizon Message+ is Shutting Down
Verizon has had a text message app called Verizon Messages, that everyone referred to as Verizon Message+, for at least 8 years. The app isn’t something I ever considered using, as it has always been a bit behind in terms of UI trends, but it h.....»»
Can Your Phone Connect to Verizon’s New C-Band 5G Network?
We’ve talked a lot this week about the launch of C-Band 5G and how it’ll finally bring a good 5G experience to Verizon and AT&T customers. The thing is, we didn’t mention which devices will work and you are probably staring at yours.....»»
T-Mobile Really Wants You to Know They are Not a Part of the C-Band 5G Airline Drama
The ongoing back and forth between the FAA and airlines and Verizon and AT&T over deployment of C-Band 5G around airports is not the most interesting of subjects. I wouldn’t blame you for not really following closely along with it. However, it.....»»
Airline CEOs make U-turn, now say 5G isn’t a big problem for altimeters
After stalling for almost two years, FAA cleared 78% of planes in the past week. Enlarge / Airbus 320 cockpit. (credit: Getty Images | Skyhobo) The Federal Aviation Administration's fight against AT&T's and Verizon's new 5G de.....»»
5G C-band activation on Wednesday will cause ‘economic calamity’, airline CEOs warn
Verizon and AT&T will begin activating 5G C-Band spectrum on January 19 after weeks-long delays to accommodate the U.S. Department of Transportation. Despite these delays, eleven airline CEOs have penned a critical letter to the DOT and chief execut.....»»
Report: T-Mobile offers 2x faster cellular speeds, Verizon wins fastest broadband in the US
Ookla, the maker of Speedtest, is out with its latest report on both mobile and fixed broadband Internet speeds in the US. Continuing a trend we’ve seen over the last year, T-Mobile came out on top for mobile performance with speeds ~2x faster.....»»
Verizon’s 5G UWB to hit 1,700 cities this month with new plans, more [Update: Rollout now complete]
Verizon has made a major announcement about its 5G coverage today. This month, the carrier will offer ultra-fast 5G UWB connectivity to over 1,700 US cities that will cover more than 100 million people. Verizon is also improving its 5G smartphone pl.....»»
Verizon launches its new 5G Home Internet plans starting at $50 per month
The day has finally arrived, as Verizon has launched its 5G C-Band network. Not only will this improve the 5G connectivity of your favorite smartphone, but it also opens the door to more home internet solutions. Verizon is introducing its 5G Home Int.....»»
Carriers agree to another 5G delay around US airports
AT&T and Verizon are to postpone rolling out 5G near certain airports in the US, following further complaints from airline CEOs.As the CEOs of Delta, United, and other airlines claim that 5G expansion would ground planes and cause a "catastrophic" ec.....»»
FAA clears Boeing 777 and other planes after 5G warning halted some flights
AT&T, Verizon limit C-band rollout around airports while FAA evaluates altimeters. Enlarge / A Boeing 777. (credit: Boeing) The Federal Aviation Administration today said it has cleared 62 percent of US commercial airplanes to.....»»
5G rollout has been a disaster in the U.S. Here’s why
AT&T and Verizon are going live with their new C-band 5G spectrum after weeks of wrangling with the aviation industry and government officials. But what's next?.....»»
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband comes with home internet options
If you're in an eligible area, Verizon's new Ultra Wideband data plans might be a great option for unlimited data and home internet......»»
What is C-band 5G? Verizon and AT&T are flipping on the switch in the US
The next-generation of wireless technology is now even faster for 5G users in some parts of the country......»»
After airline outcry, AT&T and Verizon postpone 5G deployments near some airports [Updated]
Aviation lobby says services will cause "incalculable" disruption to passengers, cargo. Enlarge / American Airline planes sit on the tarmac at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, on January 15, 2022......»»
AT&T, Verizon delay launching 5G near some airports after airlines ask Biden to intervene
AT&T and Verizon announced Tuesday that they would delay activating 5G on some towers around certain airports. The wireless technology's rollout near major airports had been scheduled for Wednesday, but airlines warned of dire consequences for transp.....»»
Airlines continue to fear new 5G service will cause flight chaos
The CEOs of a number of U.S. airlines said they fear flight chaos on Wednesday when AT&T and Verizon switch on their potentially disruptive C-Band 5G networks......»»
Airlines fear new 5G service will cause flight chaos
The CEOs of a number of U.S. airlines said they fear flight chaos on Wednesday when AT&T and Verizon switch on their potentially disruptive C-Band 5G networks......»»
Whatsapp iOS beta brings update for message reactions
WhatsApp was testing message reactions in its beta versions in late 2021, and a new beta update suggests that they will be here soon......»»
Apple stops blaming carriers for blocking iCloud Private Relay with a quiet change to its error message
On Wednesday, Apple released iOS 15.3 to beta with a slight rewording of its iCloud Private Relay warning. Private Relay is an encryption feature for paid iCloud subscribers that hides their IP address and masks their browser activity so that even Ap.....»»
Germany Raises Prospect of Shutting Telegram Over Hate Threats
Germany raised the prospect of closing down the Telegram messaging service over concerns about its use as a platform for extremist groups. Bloomberg reports: The country could seek to block the service if the government reaches the conclusion that it.....»»
ISPs must accept gov’t subsidy on all plans—no more upselling, FCC chair says
FCC chair seeks stricter rules after ISPs used previous subsidy to upsell users. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | maogg) Less than a year after Verizon and other ISPs forced users to switch plans in order to get government-fund.....»»