Cell Providers Articles

Best AT&T plans in 2021: What's right for you?

By Philip Michaels

Looking for a monthly data plan at AT&T? Here's what you can expect to pay whether you're signing up for one of AT&T's best data plans for families or individuals.

AT&T MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option?

By Alex Hughes

A host of carriers use AT&T's network — should you consider them for wireless phone service?

T-Mobile MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option?

By Alex Hughes

There are plenty of great carriers considered a T-Mobile MVNO — but what does that mean, exactly?

Verizon MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option?

By Alex Hughes

A host of carriers use Verizon's network and coverage, but which of the Verizon MVNOs should you use?

MVNOs: what are they and what are the best options?

By Alex Hughes

With most major US carriers being classed as MVNOs, what exactly are you getting for cell phone service? We explain what MVNOs are and which ones use the networks of Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.

What is Mint Mobile, and is it worth it?

By Jordan Palmer

Mint Mobile offers big savings on your wireless bill if you buy months of service up front. Here's what you need to know.

Best T-Mobile cell phone plans in 2021

By Alex Hughes

Get a great price on the best T-Mobile cell phone plans for families, seniors and prepaid options.

Best Mint Mobile plans in 2021

By Alex Hughes

The best Mint Mobile plans feature some of the cheapest prices right now — here's how to save.

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

By Philip Michaels

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

Best Boost Mobile plans in 2021: What's the best option for you?

By Alex Hughes

The best Boost Mobile plans offer a great choice for a lot of people thanks to their flexibility and excellent family options.

A man wearing a hoodie looks at a smartphone against a backdrop of a Chinese flag overlaid with 'Matrix'-like streams of digits.

China reportedly spying on 'tens of thousands' of Americans via cellphones

By Paul Wagenseil

China has been spying on 'tens of thousands' of Americans using security flaws in the global telephone system, a report says.

What is Google Fi, and is it worth it?

By Deidre Richardson

Google Fi has an appealing pay-only-for-what-you-use approach to monthly cellphone bills. Find out if this low-cost carrier is right for you.

The front of a T-Mobile retail store in the Boston area.

T-Mobile customers hit by data breach: What to do right now

By Paul Wagenseil

T-Mobile said hackers had made off with sensitive data belonging to an undisclosed number of customers.

EE 5G Rollout: Locations, Phones, Price and More

By Richard Priday

Wireless carrier EE is launching the first 5G network in the UK. Here's where you can find the faster network and which phones will work with it.

I Survived Taco Bell and T-Mobile’s Synergy T-MoBell Store

By Kate Kozuch

T-Mobile has partnered with Taco Bell to open limited-run T-MoBell stores in major cities throughout the US this week. Here’s a look inside, plus how to score some free tacos yourself.

Killer Deal: Get a Free Year of Sprint Unlimited Service

By Louis Ramirez

Bring your own phone to Sprint and get a full year of unlimited service for free.

AT&T’s Misleading '5GE' Logo Just Hit the iPhone

By Henry T. Casey

A new 5G E icon appearing on AT&T smart phones is little more than marketing, and it's now showing up on iPhones running the iOS 12.2 beta.

T-Mobile Kills Phone Spam with Caller Verification

By Henry T. Casey

T-Mobile is the first carrier to launch the STIR and SHAKEN call-verifying technologies, which should come to Verizon later this year.

What Is Consumer Cellular, and Is It Worth It?

By Philip Michaels

Consumer cellular focuses on seniors and people who don't use a ton of data, and this service can save you a significant amount of money versus traditional carriers.

What is Spectrum Mobile, and is it worth it?

By Sean Riley

Spectrum internet customers can also get their mobile phone service from the internet and cable provider. But how does Spectrum Mobile compare with other wireless carriers?

How Switching to Unlimited Data Saved Me $30 a Month

By Henry T. Casey

Getting killed on data overages each month? It may be time to switch to an unlimited plan.

Sprint 55 vs. T-Mobile 55+ vs. Consumer Cellular: Which Is Best?

By Philip Michaels

Sprint and T-Mobile have dueling data plans that target customers 55 years and older. How do they compare, and can they beat Consumer Cellular's senior-focused cellphone service?

Here Are the First Three Cities to Get AT&T's 5G

By Don Reisinger

AT&T has confirmed these cities will be the first of 12 that will get mobile 5G this year.

What Is FreedomPop, and Is It Worth It?

By Deidre Richardson, Adam Ismail

FreedomPop offers a number of low-cost cellphone plans, including one that's free. But what kind of service can you expect in return?

Help Me, Tom's Guide: Should I Switch from MetroPCS to Straight Talk?

By Philip Michaels

Yes, you can move your phone from MetroPCS' wireless service to Straight Talk's. But is that your best choice?

MetroPCS vs. T-Mobile: Which Is Best for You?

By Philip Michaels

MetroPCS and T-Mobile may share the same network, but there are some important differences you need to know regarding pricing, phone selection and features.