Wireless Carriers Articles

The best and worst phone carriers of 2020

By Tom's Guide Staff

We rank AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and other wireless providers based on their call quality, data speeds, phone selection and customer service to find out who the best phone carrier is.

AT&T 5G network rollout: Locations, phones, price and more

By Philip Michaels, Caitlin McGarry

AT&T is stepping up its 5G game. Find out which cities will have coverage and how much it will cost you.

What is 5G? The definitive guide to the 5G network rollout

By Caitlin McGarry

Here's everything you need to know about what 5G is, and what to expect when it finally covers the entire country.

Best cell phone plans in 2020: The best options for your monthly smartphone service

By Philip Michaels

Looking for the best cell phone plan for your needs? We’ve rounded up the best choices for family plans, unlimited data and low-cost plans from prepaid carriers.

SteelSeries Arctis 7 review: The complete package

By Marshall Honorof

Editor's Choice

The SteelSeries Arctis 7 sets the standard for what a wireless gaming headset should be: functional, versatile and practical.

Verizon 5G Rollout: Locations, phones, price and more

By Philip Michaels

Verizon has launched its mobile 5G service in more than 30 cities. Here's everything you need to know about the Verizon 5G network during 2020.

Xfinity Mobile: What is it and is it worth it?

By Sean Riley

Comcast offers wireless phone service through Xfinity Mobile. We look at what the service provides and whether it’s a good value.

Best Metro by T-Mobile phones

By Adam Ismail

Here are the best Metro by T-Mobile phones, including inexpensive models that won't bust your budget.

Xfinity Mobile just launched 5G — and it's half the price of Verizon

By Adam Ismail

Xfinity Mobile is adding Verizon's 5G millimeter-wave service to all its plans, for no added price. It's now the cheapest way to access Verizon 5G.

The 5G revolution has been a big fail so far

By Philip Michaels

New 5G performance reports show only modest speed gains so far, as the US falls behind other countries.

Best Galaxy S10 deals in May 2020

By Hilda Scott

Looking for the best Galaxy S10 deals this month? Here's how to save big on Samsung's previous gen phones.

Best mobile hotspots in 2020

By Jeffery Battersby

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

Best prepaid phone plans in 2020

By Philip Michaels

The best prepaid phone plans can save you money on your monthly cell phone bill. Here are the best options we found from a variety of carriers.

Best unlimited data plans in 2020

By Philip Michaels

Lots of wireless carriers promise limitless data, but only one can have the best unlimited data plan. Here’s the plan you should sign up for to save money on your smartphone service.

Best family cell phone plan in 2020

By Philip Michaels

Looking for the best family cell phone plan? We can help you find a smartphone plan that brings unlimited data to multiple people without breaking the bank.

T-Mobile 5G Rollout: Locations, phones, price and more

By Philip Michaels

T-Mobile's nationwide 5G network is live. Here's where it reaches, what phones are available, and what happens next.

Sprint 5G network rollout: Locations, phones, price and more

By Adam Ismail

Sprint 5G service launched last spring. Here’s everything you need to know about the carrier’s next-gen network and how it will become part of T-Mobile's 5G reach.

These Sprint phones will lose 5G: What you need to know

By Adam Ismail

Did you buy a 5G phone from Sprint last year? Get ready for some bad news

The best cheap cell phone plans in 2020 (under $40 per month)

By Philip Michaels

These phone carriers offer cheap cell phone plans costing $40 or less. Here are the pros and cons of each discount carrier and our top pick overall.

Best basic phone plans: From low data to talk and text only

By Adam Ismail

If you’re stuck at home and relying on Wi-Fi to connect, now’s the perfect time to switch to one of the best basic phone plans and save on your cellular bill.