Jean Gilles

Jean Gilles

How to Set Up Voicemail on Android
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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
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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
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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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T-Mobile Cuts Starlink Cellular Cost, Hints At Bigger Plans
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T-Mobile Cuts Starlink Cellular Cost, Hints At Bigger Plans

In a big move to lead satellite connectivity, T-Mobile has slashed the price of its upcoming Starlink cellular service to just $10 per month for all users, aiming for a July launch and broader accessibility. The carrier is also urging the FCC to approve expanded access to the service for
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Helium Mobile Quietly Outpaces Competition in Prepaid Growth
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Helium Mobile Quietly Outpaces Competition in Prepaid Growth

In a quiet revolution reshaping the mobile landscape, decentralized wireless carrier Helium Mobile has done something very interesting: outpaced every major U.S. telecom in net new prepaid subscriber growth. What's fueling this impressive surge? The answer can be found in Helium Mobile's unique blend of
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Verizon Offers 3-Year Price Guarantee on Unlimited Plans
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Verizon Offers 3-Year Price Guarantee on Unlimited Plans

Verizon is now offering a three-year price guarantee for both new and existing customers, locking in rates for myPlan phone and myHome internet contracts. This timely promotion arrives after recent minor price increases for multi-line users, making it a great time to renew and secure long-term savings. While it'
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