For the first time, the Federal Communications Commission is auctioning spectrum for 5G. On Wednesday, the FCC is opening up the bidding for spectrum in the 28GHz band, with a total of a little more than 3,000 county-based licenses up for grabs. That will be followed immediately by an auction of spectrum in the 24GHz …
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On the march to 5G, Verizon has made its first call using the next-generation network technology. The company used a Moto Z3 smartphone paired with a 5G Moto Mod to make video calls and do some internet browsing. “This test is also one step closer to getting upgraded speed and connectivity that will affect all aspects of our daily lives,” …
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Washington may not “agree on the freezing point of water,” as AT&T’s CEO put it, but it should pass legislation to protect consumer privacy and net neutrality. Randall Stephenson, speaking Monday at the Wall Street Journal D.Live conference in Laguna Beach, California, called for Congress to figure out a way to protect consumers. “I’d love to see legislation, not regulation,” …
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T-Mobile says it’s ready to block more scam calls. On Thursday, the wireless carrier said it had integrated new spoof identification technology into its network to better guard customers against scam calls. The company also said it’ll comply with the Federal Communication Commission’s request to employ technology that’ll detect illegal caller ID spoofing. T-Mobile has blocked more than 1 billion …
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Verizon is one of the industry’s leaders in 5G, and its 5G development extends beyond making your mobile data speeds faster. On Thursday, Verizon announced its 5G First Responder Lab, an innovation incubator for public safety tech that uses 5G. It will give startups and other innovators early access to 5G so they can come up with useful real-world applications. 5G …
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Last week, AT&T rolled out a $20 discount on its prepaid unlimited data plans. A few days later Verizon responded with a $5 discount on its prepaid plans that cost $40/month or more. Now T-Mobile is following suit with a “limited-time offer” of $50/month for prepaid unlimited talk, text and data. You can check out the banner below for more …
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After devastating hurricanes, the Federal Communications Commission is examining how well wireless companies prepare for and respond to natural disasters. FCC Chairman Ajit Pai on Tuesday launched a review of the Wireless Resiliency Cooperative Framework, a voluntary industry commitment to “promote resilient wireless communications and situational awareness during disasters.” “The American people expect quick and effective recoveries from natural …
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On Tuesday, Verizon announced a few changes to its prepaid plans to give you a little more bang for your buck. Starting Nov. 6, Verizon will give customers a $5 discount per line if they set up autopay. These discounts apply to any of the Verizon Prepaid plans that cost $40 or more per month — so it doesn’t apply …
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Worthy midrange Android phones are few and far between, but the Motorola One aims to prove its mettle for $399. First announced in August for Europe, Asia and Latin America, the Motorola One will make its US debut with Best Buy on Nov. 11. Preorders start Nov. 9 at BestBuy.com. (The phone’s 299 euro price converts roughly to £270 and …
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Ajit Pai has called on top executives in the tech industry to put an end to scam phone calls. The Federal Communication Commission chairman on Monday sent letters to the heads of AT&T, Comcast, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, Google and others, asking them to adopt a call authentication system that would combat illegal caller ID spoofing. He asked the companies to have …
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