Industry News
Curated wireless industry news — plan changes, pricing updates, new deals, and our analysis. No filler. Only things that actually affect your bill.
Updated regularly. Last refresh: April 22, 2026
AT&T launches OneConnect — bundled cellular + fiber starting at $90/mo
AT&T's new OneConnect plan bundles 1 Gig fiber internet with one phone line starting at $90/mo. Three tiers available. Significant savings over buying separately.
Xfinity Mobile overhauls plans — transparent pricing, global travel pass included
New Mobile Plus and Mobile Select plans cost less than predecessors with no hidden fees. Includes Global Travel Pass for 215+ destinations.
US Mobile bundles multi-network wireless + Starlink internet for under $50/mo
US Mobile's new bundle offers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon network access plus uncapped Starlink satellite internet. Directly challenges cable carriers.
AT&T quietly testing same-day device delivery via Uber in Texas
AT&T is piloting same-day delivery of phones and accessories through Uber in select Texas markets. First carrier to offer rideshare delivery.
Are big carriers still worth it in 2026? The answer depends on where you live
Analysis of whether Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T justify premium pricing vs MVNOs. Conclusion: only if you need rural coverage, device financing, or included perks.
T-Mobile cuts device promo limit from 4 to 2 per account
New restrictions cap device promotions at 2 per account (was 4). Free lines can no longer receive device promos. Retroactive for existing free lines.
AT&T hiking legacy plan prices — are you affected?
AT&T is quietly raising rates on legacy unlimited plans, pushing customers toward the new Unlimited Your Way 2.0 lineup launched in March.
AT&T launches Unlimited Your Way 2.0 — biggest plan overhaul in years
Three new tiers: Value 2.0 ($50), Extra 2.0 ($70), Premium 2.0 ($90). Family members can now mix different plan tiers on one account.
T-Mobile and Metro unveil Experience plans with 5-year price guarantee
New Experience, Experience More, and Experience Beyond tiers replace Go5G lineup. Includes Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV+, and T-Satellite (Starlink) on higher tiers.
Your carrier's price lock guarantee is meaningless — here's why
Price lock guarantees from T-Mobile and Verizon only cover the base plan rate. Taxes, fees, and add-on prices can still increase. The fine print matters.
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