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Android Nougat Update: Samsung Galaxy S7 Carrier Testing Commences
With carriers testing the Android Nougat update for the Samsung Galaxy S7 an official rollout may be imminent.
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler To Step Down At Start Of Trump Admin, Net Neutrality Likely Dead
FCC Chairman and President Obama appointee Tom Wheeler will step down from his post at the FCC, he announced on Thursday. His vacancy will leave a 2-1 majority for the Republicans on the board and his position will be filled by Donald Trump.
What Is Net Neutrality Under Trump? Future Bleak After Senate Fails To Reconfirm Advocate For FCC
The United States Senate failed to reconfirm an adovcate for net neutrality to the FCC, leaving a vacancy that will be filled by net neutrality opponent President-elect Donald Trump.
Illegal Immigration Update: Immigrants In Detention Centers Lack Affordable Phone Calls Nationwide
Soaring phone call prices in detention centers make it nearly impossible for some immigrants to fight deportation.
Net Neutrality Dead Under Trump? FCC Member Says Its Days Are Numbered
The Federal Communications Commission under Donald Trump may work to repeal net neutrality and other regulations made under President Barack Obama, according to a current conservative FCC member.
AT&T-Time Warner Deal: AT&T Reportedly Feels Confident Merger Will Pass Under Trump
AT&T reportedly feels confident its merger with Time Warner will be approved under the Donald Trump administration.
Cyber Monday Best Buy Deals: Smartphones, TVs, VR And Smartwatches
The company is offering free shipping and free store pickup on all devices purchased during the shopping holiday.
Live Sports On Amazon: Streaming Service Looking To Add Premium Channels To Prime Membership, Report Says
Amazon currently offers a large variety of movies and television for streaming with Prime membership, but the retail giant is looking to add a premium live sports package, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.
Android 7.0 Nougat Download For Verizon Moto Z Droid and Moto Z Droid Force Now Available
Verizon Moto Z Droid and Moto Z Droid Force users should expect an over the air Android 7.0 Nougat update.
Verizon Buys LQD WiFi, Expanding IoT Business with Interactive Kiosk Palo
Verizon purchased LQD WiFi and it's Palo project. Palo is a kiosk that offers residents free WiFi and other local community information.
HTC Bolt Release Date: Sprint's Fastest Smartphone Starts At $599
HTC and Sprint release a smartphone with the carriers three channel aggregation.
Time Warner-AT&T Deal: Will My Bill Keep Going Up?
AT&T's proposed merger with Time Warner Cable awaits regulatory scrutiny, but if the deal is a success, what will that mean for consumers?
Google Daydream View, Chromecast Ultra, Amazon Echo Dot 2nd Gen Go On Sale
Users can pre-order the VR headset and Chromecast Ultra from Verizon or Google website.
Verizon-Yahoo Acquisition Deal: Will Verizon Back Out Or Seek Discount Over Yahoo's Data Breach?
Verizon is reportedly renegotiating Yahoo deal over massive data breach.
Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) Third Quarter Earnings Report: After Hacking Breach, Company Beats Analysts' Expectations
The company’s announcement comes amid uncertainty about its future following a hacking breach, allegations of invasion of users' privacy and doubts surrounding a deal with Verizon.
LG V20 Pre-Orders Go Live On T-Mobile; Verizon Version Available Online Starting Oct. 20
T-Mobile started accepting pre-orders for the phone Monday, while Verizon will sell it online starting Oct. 20 and in stores from Oct. 28.
Verizon Stock Price: Service Centers Closed Because Of 'Corporate Greed,' New York Governor Complains
Verizon announced that it would be closing 3,200 wireless customer service centers on Thursday, less than five months after 40,000 of its wireline workers launched a massive strike.
Verizon To Roll Out Updates To Pixel Phones As Soon As They're Available From Google
It was originally believed that unlocked Pixel and Pixel XL phones would receive updates on time, while the Verizon models would have to get them at a later time.
Wireless Carriers Allow Exchange Of Galaxy Note 7 Amid Investigation On ‘Safe’ Unit That Canceled A Southwest Airlines Flight
Wireless carriers are ganging up on the Galaxy Note 7 that is feared to be prone to explosion despite Samsung's global recall and replacement program.
New Comcast Data Caps Coming Soon, And You Might Be Paying More For Your Internet
Comcast will be rolling out new data caps in many parts of the country.
All The Announcements From Google’s Hardware Event: Pixel And Pixel XL Phones, Google Home, Daydream View And More
At its event today in San Francisco, Google introduced two brand new phones - the Pixel and Pixel XL, and Android 7.1 Nougat. Read on to find out more information on Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL phones, Google Assistant, Google Home, Daydream View, Google Wi-Fi, Chromecast Ultra and more.
Huawei Disagreed With Google's Smartphone Strategy, Backed Out Of Deal To Make New Pixel Handsets
Huawei may have gained a lot of attention for building Google's Nexus 6P last year, but it continues to struggle in the U.S. market.
Yahoo Hack: What Did Yahoo Know And When Did It Know It? Sen. Mark Warner Seeks SEC Investigation
The senator wants to know what Yahoo executives knew and when they knew it.
Yahoo Data Breach: Company Sued For Gross Negligence As Massive Hack Casts Cloud Over Verizon Deal
The company is being sued for gross negligence over its failure to secure customer data after it disclosed that the personal information of at least 500 million users was stolen in 2014.
Yahoo Confirms Data Breach: Over 500M User Credentials Compromised In Hack
Yahoo is currently working with law enforcement to investigate the matter. The company said it will be notifying users who may have been affected.
T-Mobile Data Outage Update: TMUS Stock Price Stable Alongside AT&T (T), Verizon (VZ)
After cellular service was dropped for T-Mobile customers overnight, the markets seemed undeterred.
How To Help Louisiana Flooding Victims And Families: 9 Ways To Donate, Give And Volunteer As Recovery Starts
You can send money, foster pets or give your time.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Release Date: Leaked Memo Claims US Availability From Aug. 19; Sprint, T-Mobile May Offer Free Gear Fit 2
The new phone is expected to be available for pre-order on Verizon starting Wednesday, one day after the device is unveiled at an event in New York City.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Rumors: Verizon-Bound Version Spotted On Geekbench Database
The device, which appears to be a test unit, carries the model number SM-N930V and features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor.
How Can You Help Istanbul Attack Victims? Donate Money, Support Charity After Atatürk Airport Explosions
While you #prayforistanbul, take action, too.