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iPhone 17 Pro with Visible.
I’ve been on Visible since 2023 — and the lower bills I’ve paid prove why I’ll never go back to a major phone carrier

By John Velasco Published

By switching to Visible in 2023, I’ve saved thousands over 33 months — proving that breaking free from major carrier bills doesn’t mean sacrificing reliable coverage.

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4g connection over satellite on galaxy s26 ultra
I tested Starlink-powered 4G on my phone — here's what actually happened in a dead zone

By Tom Pritchard Published

Carriers around the world now offer plans with 4G satellite data when normal service isn't available. Curious as to what it was like, I drove into the sticks to find out what it was like.

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The exterior of a T-Mobile store on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada.
T-Mobile went down: Recap as users reported no signal across the US

By Scott Younker Last updated

T-Mobile went down. Here's what happened during yesterday's outage

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Man at airport terminal holding passport, ticket and phone
Best Australian phone plans with international roaming

By Stephen Lambrechts Last updated

Travelling overseas? Here's how Australia's three major telcos handle international roaming charges and what you can do to get the most bang for your buck.

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Unhappy with Moose Mobile's Vodafone switch? This AU$1 Yomojo deal is the perfect escape plan — and lets you stay on the Optus network

By Stephen Lambrechts Published

Tom's Guide Approved - Sponsored Offer from Yomojo

Moose users facing a forced network change can jump to Yomojo for AU$1 and score big savings over six months.

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T-Mobile logo shown on an iPhone
T-Mobile is forcing long-time customers to move to new plans that cost more

By Dave LeClair Published

T-Mobile customers on older plans will be upset about this change, as it could hit their monthly bill.

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Netgear Nighthawk M6 sitting on desk
Need data on the move? These are the best mobile hotspots we've tested

By Jeffery Battersby Last updated

These are the best mobile hotspots for Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile customers.

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Phone held in the hand with Verizon Wireless logo on screen.
Verizon MVNOs: A complete listing, plus the best option for your money

By John Velasco Published

This comprehensive guide breaks down the best Verizon MVNOs to help you understand what they are and which is best for you.

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Phone held in the hand with Verizon Wireless logo on screen.
I switched back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days — and now I understand why ultra wideband is such a big deal

By John Velasco Published

Editor's Choice

Switching back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days proves to me the big advantage of accessing 5G Ultra Wideband speeds on my phone.

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Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile just gave customers a rare win —  increased data at no extra cost

By Tom Pritchard Published

Mint is offering its customers a rare win by increasing data allowances without increasing prices. Which is not something you see every day.

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