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Jean Gilles

AT&T's Nationwide 5G Network Expanding to 1/3 of the US
Mobile News

AT&T's Nationwide 5G Network Expanding to 1/3 of the US

AT&T is making big strides in expanding its nationwide 5G wireless network, with plans to cover one-third of the United States. This massive push is a key part of the company's strategy to enhance its competitive standing in the fiercely contested telecommunications market. AT&T
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(855) Area Code: What It Means for Toll-Free Numbers
Phone Services

(855) Area Code: What It Means for Toll-Free Numbers

Ever wondered about those phone numbers starting with (855)? Unlike familiar area codes like (212) for New York City or (415) for San Francisco, (855) isn't tied to a specific location. Instead, it signals a "toll-free" number, allowing anyone across the country to call without charge.
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How Much Data Does the Average Person Use Per Month?
Mobile News

How Much Data Does the Average Person Use Per Month?

In our increasingly connected world, data has become the lifeblood of our daily activities. From streaming our favorite shows and scrolling through social media to attending virtual meetings and online shopping, we're constantly consuming and generating data. But how much data does the average person actually use in
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Mint Mobile APN Settings: Manual Setup Guide for Android
Mobile Guides

Mint Mobile APN Settings: Manual Setup Guide for Android

If you're bringing your own Android phone to Mint Mobile, you might need to manually configure a few network settings for optimal performance, especially for cellular data and picture messaging. This simple process only takes a few minutes and will prevent any issues with using data or sending/
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Cricket Unlock Requirements: 6 Months & More Explained
Mobile Guides

Cricket Unlock Requirements: 6 Months & More Explained

Want to use your Cricket phone on another network? Here's what you need to know about Cricket's device unlock policy. The process is pretty straightforward. General Device Unlock Requirements If your Cricket phone is locked on the network, Cricket will unlock it upon request once you&
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Apple Leads Global Smartphone Market Share (2012-2024)
Mobile News

Apple Leads Global Smartphone Market Share (2012-2024)

In a historic first, Apple became the leading smartphone vendor globally in 2023, commanding a 20.1% share of shipments. This success was made in part by their typically strong fourth-quarter sales. iPhone Sales and Revenue for Apple In Q4 2024, iPhones accounted for 23% of all new smartphones sold,
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Smartphone Subscriptions Nearing 7 Billion and Growing
Mobile News

Smartphone Subscriptions Nearing 7 Billion and Growing

What global smartphone subscription numbers tell us about our world is an understatement. Over the years, the world's appetite for smartphone connectivity has been amazing. Global smartphone subscriptions (2016-2028) In 2023, almost seven billion mobile network subscriptions were active across the globe. And according to the statistics, we
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How to Set Up Voicemail on iPhone
Mobile Guides

How to Set Up Voicemail on iPhone

Setting up voicemail on your iPhone is an easy way to stay connected and receive messages when you’re unavailable to answer calls. If you're new to iPhone, switching carriers and need a fresh voicemail inbox, or simply want to ensure your voicemail is configured, this guide will
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How to Set Up Voicemail on Android
Mobile Guides

How to Set Up Voicemail on Android

Setting up voicemail on your Android phone is a simple way to stay connected and informed and to capture messages when you can't answer. If you're a new Android user, switching carriers and need a fresh inbox, or want the convenience of visual voicemail, this guide
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T-Mobile Reportedly Offering BYOD Free Line to Select Users
Mobile News

T-Mobile Reportedly Offering BYOD Free Line to Select Users

T-Mobile is reportedly bringing back its popular free line perk, but there's a catch: it's only for select loyal customers. Starting May 8th, T-Mobile will roll out a new free line promotion with key differences from past offers, including stricter eligibility for discounted accounts and a
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The Best Small Phones for 2025: Top Picks + Best Deals
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The Best Small Phones for 2025: Top Picks + Best Deals

Small phones have always had this sophisticated appeal to me. For the record, I've been on team small phone since the Nokia 3310. Yep, the OG. After years of tabling with the latest phones, I found myself falling in love with small phones again--particularly, Apple's latest
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Understanding Throttling vs. Deprioritization
Mobile Guides

Understanding Throttling vs. Deprioritization

Ever wondered why your data sometimes slows down? It could be deprioritization or throttling – two different ways mobile carriers manage network traffic. Deprioritization is a temporary slowdown that occurs during network congestion, often affecting users past a certain data usage point. Throttling, on the other hand, is a significant reduction
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