Here’s everything you need to know about switching from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T to the search giant’s cell phone service.
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How to Opt Out of Verizon’s Custom Experience Tracking
Unless you manually opt out of the program, Verizon will store personal information and create user interest profiles.
3G Service Is Going Away Next Year. Here’s What That Means
As companies shut down their aging 3G equipment to make room for 5G networks, older devices like phones, alarm systems, and wearables will lose functionality.
International Operation Knocks Notorious REvil Group Offline
Plus: Data theft in Argentina, a Sinclair Broadcast Group hack, and more of the week’s top security news.
Verizon, Microsoft partner to bring 5G edge computing to Azure Stack Edge
The partnership means that Verizon can begin offering on-premises, private edge computing and private 5G to businesses.
Here’s Where to Get Discounts With a Student Email Address
That .edu email is your ticket to exclusive savings on laptops, streaming services, software, and more.
A 5G Shortcut Leaves Phones Exposed to Stingray Surveillance
You may not have the full story about what network you’re on—and how well you’re protected.
A Guide to RCS, and Why It Makes Texting So Much Better
Google is pushing the new standard for Android devices, which promises better security and cooler features than plain old SMS.
What’s the Best Unlimited Data Plan?
All the major US carriers have options that let you stream as much as you want. We’ve laid out how they work and which are best for individuals and families.