A National Advertising Review Board panel on Wednesday called for a halt to AT&T’s use of the “5G Evolution” label. The designation applies to AT&T’s upgraded 4G LTE network, which the company’s rivals slammed as “fake 5G.” Despite this, you may continue to see the “5G E” service icon on your phone. AT&T started using the …
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HBO Max will only be as good as the underlying internet connection powering the streaming video service, which launches May 27. At least, that’s according to Jeff McElfresh, CEO of AT&T Communications. Of course, he has a perspective forged from his role as the executive in charge of the telecom giant’s broadband, wireless and subscription video services (AT&T owns WarnerMedia, …
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Though the hype over 5G has been intense, the reality is that few people have had a chance to really experience the service. The available coverage has been hard to find over the past year, with the broader-ranging networks turning on only at the end of 2019. There’ve been only a handful of compatible devices, and CNET suggested you avoid …
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After Magic Johnson and Larry Bird ruled the 1980s and ushered in the modern NBA, Michael Jordan took over in the ’90s, winning six titles and becoming not just the greatest basketball player of all time, but one of the most thrilling athletes in any sport ever. And now you can relive his sixth and final championship season with the …
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Apple’s new iPhone SE is a long overdue update that takes the iPhone 8 ‘s design and adds modern iPhone 11 features, all while keeping a $399 starting price that’s several hundreds of dollars cheaper than the iPhone 11‘s $699 entry point. If you’re looking to maximize your savings, buying the phone is just the first step. To really get …
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For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. With the coronavirus locking down millions of Americans in their homes and forcing first responders to adapt in the age of social distancing, having a strong, consistent broadband signal is more important than ever. This crisis has exposed the country’s digital divide and threatens …
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Even as major players like Verizon and AT&T are rushing to roll out 5G, a little-known company is looking to build its own alternative network using the wireless technology with the intent to connect the various devices in our lives. With so much hype around 5G, you’d expect a red carpet for this initiative. But the company, Ligado Networks, has …
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Samsung’s challenger to the iPhone SE, the Galaxy A51, joins two new carrier networks on Friday for $400: AT&T and Xfinity Mobile. The 4G LTE A51 is already on sale at Verizon and Sprint, and it’s available unlocked on Samsung’s website. With the iPhone SE and Galaxy A51 coming in at the same price, Samsung hopes a larger screen and more cameras …
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For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. The nation’s largest wireless and broadband companies are extending their promise to not disconnect service through June 30, in an effort to help customers through the COVID-19 crisis. In March, these service providers voluntarily signed on to the Federal Communications Commission’s Keep Americans …
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The reviews are in, and Apple’s new iPhone SE is everything we hoped it would be. The second-gen iPhone SE’s camera can compete with the iPhone 11, battery life is exceptional and performance is speedy. CNET’s reviewer Patrick Holland called it “the most value for your dollar of any phone Apple sells.” Apple, along with its retail and carrier partners are …
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