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T-Mobile is quietly moving customers off legacy plans and raising monthly charges by as much as 60% without notice, prompting big bill increases and confusion over the rationale behind the forced migrations.
Verizon and T-Mobile have rolled out promotions that let eligible customers get Motorola Razr models for free on new lines: Verizon offers the Razr 2026 or Moto g 2026 at no cost with a new line on myPlan (no trade-in required) and a three-year base-rate price lock, saving up to $799.99 on the Razr 2026; T-Mobile advertises a free book-style Razr Fold (or up to $1,700 off other eligible Motorola devices) when you switch or add a line (no trade-in required on some deals, with an additional option to trade in on certain plans), and also discounts the Razr 2026 by up to $800 on select plans. The Razr Fold is a book-style foldable with an 8.1-inch internal display, 6.6-inch external screen, 3nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 16GB RAM/512GB storage, and a 6000mAh battery; the Razr 2026 uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7450X with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, plus a 6.9-inch display and 120Hz refresh, highlighting the carriers’ push around Motorola’s newer foldables.
T-Mobile is rolling out new promos: switchers can get the iPhone 17e for free with no trade-in, and a Galaxy S26 can be free with a line on the Experience More plan. Other offers include up to $1,100 off the iPhone 17 Pro with a trade-in, up to $900 off the Galaxy S26+ with trade-in, and up to $800 toward paying off an old device when switching.
Costco members can now sign in to T-Mobile online via Costco to access perks like waiving the $35 Device Connection Charge (DCC On Us), Costco gift cards for upgrades and new lines, and stacked rebates (including a $400 BYOD rebate with Keep & Switch). Additional offers include $75 gift cards for new lines, up to $150 for new phone activations, and various other gift-card promos for wearables or home internet. The online flow is live now through a Costco landing page, but there’s no Sam’s Club equivalent yet.
TCL’s NXTPAPER 70 Pro is now sold in the U.S. via T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile for $199, packing a 6.9-inch e-paper-like NXTPAPER display with Color and Ink Paper modes, a 120Hz refresh, and a Dimensity 7300 SoC designed to reduce eye strain.
Amazon and T-Mobile are slashing hundreds of jobs in Bellevue and across Washington state as part of broader restructuring and a shifting economy, signaling renewed strain in the region’s tech‑heavy labor market and shaping the local employment outlook.
T-Mobile will give away free football-shaped food platters at its corporate stores on Tuesday, February 3, via the T-Life app as part of its T-Mobile Tuesdays freebies; third-party retailers won’t have the item and quantities may be limited.
Verizon has avoided launching a full-blown price war, sticking with modest promotions (like four lines for $100 with four iPhone 17s) to grow market share without hurting ARPU, while rivals haven’t slammed the brakes or launched bold retaliations. Analysts say the strategy centers on a customer-first approach rather than aggressive pricing, and the Q4 results will reveal whether more aggressive moves are needed to stem churn or capture more postpaid adds.
As Winter Storm Fern looms, T-Mobile activated free Starlink satellite text messaging for customers in potentially impacted areas with compatible phones, enabling basic texting and Wireless Emergency Alerts when cell towers fail; existing T-Satellite customers keep service, and the provider suggests the feature is text-only to avoid network strain.
Starting January 1st, T-Mobile customers will be charged $3 monthly for the Apple TV benefit, which was previously free under the 'On Us' perk, and those not enrolled will see a price increase from $9.99 to $12.99. Customers can cancel the benefit via the T-Life app or their Apple TV account before the end of the year to avoid charges.
The article compares the major US carriers' unlimited phone plans, highlighting T-Mobile's superior coverage and speeds, Verizon's gaming and video advantages, and AT&T's better rural coverage and flexible plan options, helping consumers choose based on their needs and budget.
During T-Mobile's holiday sales event, you can get four Samsung Galaxy S25 phones for free by switching to their Essentials plan with four lines, no trade-ins required, making it an affordable way to upgrade your device.
The article provides an inside look at T-Mobile's disaster response efforts, highlighting their use of specialized equipment like SatCOLT trucks, drones, and satellite systems to restore communication during emergencies, emphasizing the company's commitment to community resilience and technological innovation.
Many top Black Friday phone deals are still available through the weekend, including free devices and bundles from carriers like T-Mobile and Verizon, with options for trade-ins, new lines, and unlocked models from brands like Google and Samsung.
T-Mobile has made its satellite-based emergency texting service, T-911, free for all compatible phones, allowing users to text emergency numbers like 911, 988, and the Veteran Crisis Line even in areas without land-based coverage. The service is easy to enable via the T-Life app for T-Mobile customers and through an eSIM process for other carriers, providing a crucial safety feature for users in remote locations.