What is 5G UW? The real meaning behind the icon on your phone
If you have a 5G smartphone, chances are you've seen a 5G UW icon on your screen. Here's what that (and the Ultra Wideband tech behind it) really mean.
Here’s another big reason why T-Mobile 5G dominates AT&T and Verizon
You're much more likely to get 5G coverage on T-Mobile than on any other carrier
T-Mobile is leaving AT&T and Verizon in the 5G dust
Ookla's latest market research report shows that T-Mobile is pulling even farther ahead in the 5G race.
Verizon’s cheapest 5G unlimited plan just got even cheaper
Verizon is offering its lowest prices yet for its cheapest 5G plans. If you're looking for unlimited data for cheap, it's worth taking a look at.
Is 5G dangerous for airplanes? Here’s what pilots and the FAA say
After months of wrangling with the aviation industry, AT&T and Verizon rolled out their C-Band 5G spectrum this year, but have they taken enough precautions?
Sign up for Verizon Fios internet, get a free Echo Show plus $300 off a soundbar
For a limited time, get a free Amazon Echo Show and $300 for the Stream TV Soundbar when signing up for Verizon's Fios gigabit service. Learn more here!
Razer’s 5G-enabled handheld gaming system is getting a public release
Razer, Verizon, and Qualcomm teased the world's first 5G video game handheld: the Razer Edge 5G.
The best 5G phone plans in 2022
All three of the major carriers now offer 5G connectivity as part of their plans, helping make those plans better than ever. But which plan is best for you?
The best unlimited data plans for 2022
We've compared the best unlimited data plans from U.S. Cellular, T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon to help you decide which unlimited data plan is best for you.
Visible just added a new plan, lowered prices, and took away a huge feature
Visible, the lower-cost wireless provider for Verizon service, is getting a big update. There's a new plan, a new lower price, and a missing feature.
When did 5G come out? The long, complicated history of its release
Although 2022 will be heralded as the year 5G went mainstream, we’ve traveled a long and winding road to get here.
T-Mobile’s 5G Ultra Capacity network has four times the coverage of Verizon and AT&T
A new Opensignal report has analyzed the user experience of premium 5G networks for the first time, showing the difference between 5G service levels.
5G Nationwide vs. 5G Ultra Wideband: What’s different (and why you should care)
Verizon has settled on two broad terms to describe its 5G service: 5G Nationwide and 5G Ultra Wideband. But what exactly do these mean, and how did we get here?
T-Mobile’s 5G and 4G LTE networks are nearly twice as fast as Verizon and AT&T
Ookla's latest market report reveals T-Mobile still has a commanding lead over Verizon and AT&T for the fastest and most consistent speeds throughout the U.S.
Verizon’s new Welcome Unlimited plan makes 5G data a lot more affordable
Verizon is rolling out an even more affordable 5G plan for customers looking for unlimited data without all the frills that come with its Mix & Match plans.
T-Mobile’s 5G network just beat Verizon and AT&T (again)
T-Mobile has just defeated Verizon and AT&T as the best 5G mobile network for the second year in a row.
The sordid history of 5GE, or when 5G isn’t 5G at all
In the quest to deliver true 5G technology, carriers have tried every angle to promote 5G, but there's at least one case in which 5G isn't truly 5G.
Back to where it started: Testing 5G in the Chicagoland area
I tested 5G in Chicago, the city where the first 5G networks rolled out in the United States. The results were quite good.
What does a private 5G network mean for you?
Private 5G networks are the future of 5G technology, delivering Wi-Fi-like speeds over a wider area in malls, retail stores, resorts, and universities.
What is low-band 5G? Sub-6 explained
To deliver what 5G is capable of carriers have to work with a broad range of spectrum, but it was in the lowest part of the sub-6GHz range where 5G began.
What is C-Band? Mid-range 5G explained
5G services are more complicated than prior cellular technologies, so what do terms like 'midband,' 'C-band,' 'mmWave,' and 'sub-6GHz' mean?
5G coverage map: Where you can get 5G on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile
5G may not be widely available just yet, but it's getting there. Here's where you can find 5G in the U.S.
Verizon goes after bad actors behind own-number spams
Verizon says it is actively blocking spam texts that are being sent to customers from their own numbers, and that it was working with law enforcement stop it.
Google Pixel 6 can now tap into Verizon’s faster C-Band 5G
Google Pixel 6 series phones have finally been certified for Verizon's C-Band 5G network, and an update to enable support for it has now started rolling out.
The best mobile plans and smartphones for seniors
If you're a grandparent who wants to stay in touch with loved ones, picking the right phone can be tough. Here are the best cell phones and plans for seniors.
Verizon and Celona launch turn-key private 5G solution
Verizon has partnered with 5G technology company Celona to simplify the adoption of private 5G networks by small and midsized businesses.
Ookla speed tests show 5G C-band is already changing the game
New data from Ookla is giving us a good look as to exactly why Verizon and AT&T were in such a hurry to roll out their new C-band 5G spectrum.
TCL’s 30V 5G is coming to Verizon for $300
TCL's new big-screened and affordable 5G phone is launching on Verizon for $300, the company announced today.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband comes with home internet options
If you're in an eligible area, Verizon's new Ultra Wideband data plans might be a great option for unlimited data and home internet.
5G rollout has been a disaster in the U.S. Here’s why
AT&T and Verizon are going live with their new C-band 5G spectrum after weeks of wrangling with the aviation industry and government officials. But what's next?
T-Mobile’s 5G leads the pack in Ookla’s latest speed report
T-Mobile has once again taken the crown for the fastest and most consistent 5G speeds in the U.S. in Ookla's fourth-quarter market report.
5G’s big players make bold, exciting predictions for 2022
Digital Trends asked many of the big players in 5G tech to predict how it will change and influence our lives during 2022, and the responses are exciting.
FAA says 50 U.S. airports won’t get expanded 5G coverage until later in 2022
The Federal Aviation Administration has published a list of 50 U.S. airports where AT&T and Verizon's expanded 5G coverage won’t be arriving initially.
Verizon teams up with Bang & Olufsen for a pair of Android TV soundbars
The Verizon Stream TV Soundbar and Soundbar Pro look to bring Android TV smarts and Bang & Olufsen sound to a living room near you.
Metaverse and 5G: The hollow buzzword match made in heaven
Do you feel cynical about the metaverse, 5G, or both? Good, because there's plenty of hollowness to both.
Verizon and AT&T propose 5G midband power limits to avoid aircraft interference
Verizon and AT&T have agreed to temporarily lower the power of their new midband 5G towers to quell fears that the new spectrum could interfere with aircraft.
TCL’s Tab Pro 5G might be worth it for Verizon customers who want cheaper 5G
The Tab Pro 5G is TCL's first 5G slate for Verizon, and while it comes with midrange specs, it has a couple of unique features.
T-Mobile takes big 5G coverage and speed wins in new report
T-Mobile claims big wins in coverage and speed in the latest Opensignal report.