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What Is Tello? (And Is This T-Mobile MVNO Right for You?)

MVNOs offer low-cost plans and help you save money, but is Tello a good pick?

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How to Set Up a Google Fi eSIM on an iPhone

Switching to Google Fi has never been easier. Take advantage of the free trial if you're unsure.

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How to See Who’s Using Your Personal Hotspot on an iPhone or iPad

Want to know who’s been using your iPhone's Personal Hotspot feature and how much data they drained? We’ll show you.

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6 Reasons Why Your Next iPad Should Be Cellular

In the market for a new iPad? Here are all the reasons we think a cellular iPad is worth the extra expense.

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Is "Scam Likely" Calling You? Here's How to Block Them

What is "Scam Likely" and what does this message mean? We look at how to block "Scam Likely" calls and reduce spam.

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6 Reasons to Buy Your iPhone Directly From Apple

For a lot of people, buying your iPhone unlocked from Apple is the best way to purchase the device. Here are the advantages of doing so.

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What’s the Cheapest Data Plan for an Apple Watch?

You need a cellular plan to use all the features on a Cellular + GPS Apple Watch, so here are all the best options.

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What Is Background App Refresh on iPhone and Android?

What does background app refresh mean and what is this feature for? Here's how it works on iPhone and Android.

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How to Prevent Any App From Using Mobile Data on Android

If your apps use too much mobile data, you can restrict background data usage on Android. Here's how to turn off data and save money.

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6 Potential Fixes for an iPhone Showing "SOS Only" in the Status Bar

Can't connect to a cellular network on your iPhone? Do you see "SOS Only" in the status bar? Here's what you need to do to resolve this issue.

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How to Unlock Your Phone Using Free Unlock Phone Codes

Here's where you can find free phone unlock codes to unlock your phone and switch to another carrier.

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11+ Secret iPhone Codes You Need to Try

Type USSD codes on your iPhone to access hidden cellular features quickly. Here, we'll list some of the most useful ones.

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Which US Networks Support eSIM?

Trying to switch to eSIM? Here's a list of carriers that offer eSIM services in the United States.

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Which iPhone Models Support Dual SIM?

Wondering whether you can use dual SIM with your iPhone? Here’s a list of the iPhone models that support dual SIM, in all it’s variations.

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Should You Buy an iPhone From Apple or Your Carrier?

When it's time to buy an iPhone, can you get a better deal from Apple or your carrier? Let's compare them to find out.

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The Best Mobile Carrier for You: Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile?

Should you use Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile as your mobile carrier? We compare them to see which mobile carrier is best for you.

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The 8 Cheapest Phone Plans With Unlimited Everything

Looking for the cheapest phone plans with unlimited everything? Here are your options and which one's the best value for you.

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Is Google Fi Worth It? 7 Things to Know Before You Switch

Google Fi is a great mobile plan for many situations. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking of switching to Google Fi.

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How to Turn Off Low Data Mode on iPhone

Get back to streaming the highest quality content by disabling Low Data Mode on your iPhone.

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What Are the Best Phones You Can Get With Straight Talk?

Choosing Straight Talk doesn't mean limiting yourself to budget phones. You can buy mid-range and high-end models too, like the ones here.

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