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#TBT: Unlimited data wars; Vodafone + Idea; Verizon looks Skyward … this week in 2017

Editor’s Note: RCR Wireless News goes all in for “Throwback Thursdays,” tapping into our archives to resuscitate the top headlines from the past. Fire up the time machine, put on those sepia-tinted shades, set the date for #TBT and enjoy the memories! AT&T offers unlimited...

Unlimited data plans will permeate wireless market but leave many consumers behind (Reality Check)

Thanks to the explosion of streaming services, social media, and a boon in interactive mobile experiences, there has been a rapid evolution in the way that today’s consumers engage with content on their mobile devices. With one-third of consumers checking their phones the moment...

Verizon Wireless EVP highlights latency and network slicing aspects of 5G

In a discussion with Oppenheimer Managing Director Tim Horan during the investment firm's ongoing Technology, Internet and Communications Conference, Verizon EVP and Group President of Verizon Wireless Ronan Dunne discussed the carrier's approach to an evolution from LTE to 5G. Dunne said 5G services will...

Kagan: Why Verizon growth is stalled

Something confusing is happening in the wireless industry. Why is Verizon, one of the two biggest wireless growth giants, stuck in the mud? AT&T is the other growth giant, and they have been on a rapid transformation and growth wave. Other competitors like Sprint,...

Kagan: Sprint ‘Magic Box’ speeds up wireless data

Sprint introduced something they call the "Magic Box," to speed up wireless data connectivity for customers in their homes, offices or when they travel. Like with other wireless carriers, Sprint customers generally have no problem with speed. However, for the customers who live in...

Kagan: Unlimited wireless data plans the new normal

Remember when the unlimited wireless data war began 10 years ago? That’s when Apple's iPhone and smartphones powered by Google's Android operating system entered the market and carriers wanted to grease the marketplace so users could use all the apps and not worry about...

Kagan: Verizon unlimited data is back, finally

AT&T Mobility did it. Sprint did it. T-Mobile did it. Now, finally, Verizon Wireless is doing it too. Verizon just announced they are re-launching their unlimited data plan. This is something many of their customers have been screaming for since this whole second wave...

Globe: 2016 marks the beginning of digital transformation

The Philippine telco said data monetization will play a key role in digital transformation BERLIN – Philippine operator Globe Telecom has been actively implementing its digital transformation strategy, said Joe Caliro, Globe’s head of retail and content experience, during a presentation at the Amdocs Experience 2017...

Kagan: Sprint Unlimited Freedom vs. T-Mobile One

It seems unlimited wireless data is going to be one of the next, hot areas in the world of wireless competition. Last week, both Sprint and T-Mobile US made announcements improving their offerings with Sprint Unlimited Freedom and T-Mobile One. In fact, AT&T Mobility...

T-Mobile Smart Fit tempts consumers with month of unlimited data

New customers selecting the T-Mobile Smart Fit plan to be offered a recommendation at end of 30 days for which plan best fits their needs T-Mobile US’ latest attempt to lure consumers involves the promise of usage monitoring in return for a recommendation on which...

Kagan: Unlimited data from AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile

Verizon Wireless is the lone hold out Customers are happy as three of the top four wireless carriers are offering unlimited data services once again. AT&T Mobility, Sprint and T-Mobile US have all jumped in with unlimited offerings. However, Verizon Wireless says no. Are they...

Sprint touts new promo as ‘best price’ for unlimited data

Working to gain ground against its competitors, Sprint on Thursday announced a new promotional plan including unlimited data that the No. 4 carrier says offers the "best price." Specifically, starting Feb. 12, the carrier, which is majority owned by Japanese SoftBank, will offer four lines of...

Verizon argues unlimited data is bad for customers

The idea of unrestrained data usage sounds ideal for cellphone subscribers, but recently the two largest carriers, Verizon and AT&T, have been trying to distance themselves from unlimited data plans. Verizon is going even further, making the argument that unlimited data plans are bad for...