What’s happening Verizon has introduced a cheaper plan called Welcome Unlimited that is available to both new and existing users. Why it matters The plan is aimed at those who want Verizon’s service but don’t need its fastest 5G networks, streaming perks or discounts on new devices. Verizon has a new unlimited plan with a …

Google will soon launch the Pixel 6A, a more wallet-friendly version of the Pixel 6 that it announced nearly two months ago during its I/O conference. As expected, the Pixel 6A includes many of the Pixel 6’s highlight features like the Tensor chip at a lower price of $449.   Coming July 28, the new 6.1-inch Pixel will serve as …

When it comes to picking a wireless provider there are plenty of options beyond AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon. Your cable provider — particularly if you have Optimum, Comcast’s Xfinity or Charter’s Spectrum — has likely tried to get you to move to their mobile service over the last year. You also have smaller players like Mint Mobile, Visible, Boost Mobile …

What’s happening New travel benefits for its pricier tiers include 5GB of data per month while roaming internationally, Wi-Fi on more flights, a free AAA membership and discounts at the gas pump. Why it matters It’s always good to see better international roaming benefits. T-Mobile is upping its travel perks. On Thursday, the carrier announced new programs including slightly faster …

The NBA Finals could end tonight. After the Celtics and Warriors traded wins in the first four games of their best-of-seven series, the Warriors took down the Celtics on Monday to take a 3-2 series lead. Tonight, they have a chance to close out Boston and win their seventh NBA championship and fourth in the past eight seasons. A Celtics …

Apple earlier this year struck a deal with Major League Baseball to stream Friday night games. Starting next year, fans of Major League Soccer will be able to stream that league’s games as well. The iPhone maker on Tuesday announced a 10-year agreement with MLS for a new streaming service that will exist exclusively through its Apple TV app or website.  …

Apple gave the Apple TV 4K a much-needed refresh last year. While the updates weren’t as expansive as I had hoped, they did fix some of the device’s most glaring holes, particularly by adding a better remote and a faster, more modern processor.  Given the company’s less-than-frequent cadence for updating its streaming device, we probably shouldn’t expect any new hardware …

Apple gave the Apple TV 4K a much-needed refresh last year. While the updates weren’t as expansive as I had hoped, they did fix some of the device’s most glaring holes, particularly by adding a better remote and a faster, more modern processor.  Given the company’s less-than-frequent cadence for updating its streaming device, we probably shouldn’t expect any new hardware …

What’s happening Verizon is hiking the price of its shared data plans by $6 per month for single lines. Why it matters The increase is the carrier’s most aggressive push yet to get people to switch to its unlimited plans. Last month Verizon added new charges to its customers’ phone bills, and it isn’t done with increases. The carrier confirmed …

What’s happening AT&T no longer bundles HBO Max with its top unlimited plan. Why it matters The move means the carrier does not offer a video streaming service with any of its wireless plans, though existing customers who have HBO Max included can still use the service. What’s next Verizon has announced that HBO Max will be a partner for …