How to get Disney+ free with a Verizon Wireless unlimited data plan
All new and existing Verizon Wireless customers with unlimited data plans, as well as new Verizon Fios and 5G home internet subscribers, can get a year of Disney+, the new streaming service that'll be the exclusive digital home for Star Wars, Marvel, Disney's classic library, and more, for free.
Verizon is bringing its 5G service to parts of New York City
Verizon has announced that it's bringing its 5G service to parts of New York City. With the addition of New York, the company will have 5G available in 11 cities around the country, including Atlanta, Detroit, Indianapolis, and more. The company is expected to launch 5G in 30 cities by the end of 2019.
Moto Z3 review
Motorola’s flagship smartphone of 2018 looks exactly like its mid-range smartphone of 2018, and it’s powered by a processor from 2017. It may sound odd, but this $480 Verizon-exclusive device is a strong performer, and will be the first upgradable 5G smartphone next year.
Verizon is finally turning on spam-call filtering by default
Verizon is getting a little more serious about spam phone calls. The company has announced that it will enable spam call filtering by default on select Android smartphones, and that list is expected to grow every week until all phones are covered by the new tech.
Phone companies say they finally have a way to block robocalls for good
Twelve of the biggest American phone companies, including AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon, took a pledge on Thursday to start using a new technology that would identify and block robocalls. The carriers are partnering with 51 attorneys general and will announce the pledge in Washington.
Google was sharing Android user location data with carriers worldwide
Google quietly ended a service providing cell carriers with location data from customers. The “Mobile Network Insight Service” gave data on connection speeds and integrity using a map showing data from Android users on any carrier. Data was aggregated and anonymous, and carrier names weren't disclosed.
Verizon Unlimited plans bundle 5G, but won’t allow 1080p streaming over LTE
Verizon has just announced a new range of Unlimited plans -- a BuzzFeed-style quiz to go with them. Three of the four plans also include unlimited access to Verizon's burgeoning 5G network around the U.S., but oddly, even the most expensive of the plans doesn't seem to include 1080p streaming on LTE.
Half of Americans will have 5G by 2020, Verizon CEO claims
Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg told CNBC that half of Americans would have access to 5G technology by next year. He also said that half of Americans would own a 5G compatible phone by 2024. He added that 4G was a much slower process than 5G is proving to be. Verizon recently rolled out 5G in four more cities.
People are buying 5G phones when they don’t even have 5G
When it comes to highly-touted tech like 5G and the myriad of improvements it may offer our lives, we want the future here now, and not a minute later. Smartphone sales tell the same story, with three out of five cities selling the most 5G units without yet supporting the service.
Don’t want a smartphone? Alcatel’s latest is a flip phone exclusive to Verizon
Verizon has added the Alcatel Go Flip V to its basic phone lineup, a $100 device which is exclusive to Big Red. This is the second of two Alcatel devices ever to launch on Verizon as a broader effort on Alcatel's part to wade into the U.S. market. The Go Flip V is a flip phone without smart features.
5G mobile phones: Expensive, exciting, and on the rise
As 5G tech continues to roll out in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, it promises performance improvements designed to take the smartphone and Internet of Things experience to the next level. For now, consumers appear to be waiting for better geographical and product availability before spending their cash.
Visible is removing its 5Mbps data speed limiter (for a limited time)
Visible, the Verizon-owned carrier aimed at offering a no-frills approach to the modern carrier experience, has announced that for a limited time it is removing the 5Mbps data speed cap -- and that unlimited data speed will be available to all current customers as long as they're with Visible.
Cell phone carriers now have the power to stop robocalls. When will they use it?
The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to allow cell phone companies to block robocalls by default, but the nation's major carriers would not give specifics on if or when they would use the newfound power to protect their customers from what's become a daily annoyance.
How Verizon and Team Penske used 5G to help win the Indy 500
Team Penske, the most successful race team in Indy 500 history, used Verizon 5G in its bid to win the 2019 Indy 500. Modern race cars generate tons of data, and a 5G connection lets teams harvest that data faster. The Indy 500 is one of the world's oldest races, but it benefits from modern tech.
Verizon’s 5G is blazing fast on the Galaxy S10 5G, if you’re on the right block
The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is finally here, so Digital Trends hit Chicago to test its capabilities on Verizon's 5G network. As with the Moto Z3 and Moto Mod, service is still limited, and there are a lot of caveats to get a perfect connection, but it's super fast. Here's what we found.
Digital Trends Live: Alexa knows where you live, lab-grown meat, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss how Amazon Alexa's auditing team has access to locations, Verizon's 5G roadmap, the technology of lab-grown meat, the benefits of percussive therapy, how cloud gaming can affect the environment, a review of Sony's 8K TV, and more.
The best auto diagnostic tools for 2019
Sometimes called dongles, the best car adapters will diagnose what's wrong under the hood while help you keep tabs on your family and routine maintenance.
The biggest issues with Verizon FiOS, and how to fix them
Verizon FiOS offers not just fiber internet, but TV and home phone service as well and that is a whole lot to cram into one monthly billing statement. If you're considering the service, see what problems, issues, and trouble other Verizon FiOS users have reported before you decide to sign-up.
The Avalon V is Alcatel’s first Verizon-exclusive smartphone
Alcatel is has announced a new phone, the Avalon V -- but this budget device isn't what makes the announcement special. It's Alcatel's first phone on the Verizon network, and it's available now. The company, which is owned by TCL, has sold phone on other major U.S. carriers before like AT&T and T-Mobile.
Verizon just flipped 5G live in Chicago, but finding it is like panning for gold
Verizon activated its first 5G network in the U.S. on April 3, a week ahead of schedule. We flew to Chicago to see what it’s like. Using the mid-range Motorola Moto Z3 from 2018 and the 5G Moto Mod, it’s still a high cost of entry to use 5G. So is it worth upgrading your phone, at least in 2019?
Verizon turns on its 5G networks in Chicago and Minneapolis a week early
We thought 5G was just around the corner, but apparently it's already here. Verizon has switched on its 5G network in select parts of Chicago and Minneapolis, giving customers in both of those cities amazing new download speeds while out and about -- if they have a 5G-compatible phone, that is.
Verizon’s Just Kids plan helps parents keep their children within reach
Choosing when to give a child a smartphone isn't just about responsibility; it's about being able to make sure your child is safe while using it -- and to make sure they aren't costing you more money. Verizon wants to make it a much easier decision with the introduction of the Just Kids plan.
How 5G networks will make low-latency game streaming a reality
Nvidia thinks the future of gaming is in the cloud, and to make that possible, faster mobile networks like 5G are needed. Though speed is just one part of the equation, mobile carriers are also focusing on lowering the latency to deliver a better user experience with mobile game streaming.
5G at MWC 2019: All the major announcements from U.S. carriers
Mobile World Congress 2019 may have been the home of a number of smartphone announcements, but it's also where carriers gave updates on the rollout of their cutting-edge 5G networks. Here are all the big announcements from U.S. carriers at Mobile World Congress 2019.
Exclusive: Take a look at what a next-generation 5G phone will look like
5G phones will debut at MWC in mere days, but will they be clunky bricks with inefficient chips? Will they double in thickness, yet only support a few hours of connectivity? A reference design from Qualcomm looks ordinary, but it’s actually a unique glimpse of the future: This is what 5G phones will look like.
From live VR to the stadium beer line, 5G will revolutionize how we watch sports
As 5G prepares to roll out across the United States, instant mobile access to blazing-fast internet will change the way you experience your favorite sports, both in the stadium and at home. From real-time VR and stats to improved on-premise experiences, 5G is poised to revolutionize the world of sports.
Visible’s unlimited everything service is coming to Android
There's a new mobile service provider on the block, and it's being backed by a player with plenty of experience. Visible is a new startup from Verizon that offers super-low-cost service that is also unlimited. Folks in the U.S. can get unlimited data, messages, and minutes for just $40 a month.
HMD’s Nokia phones arrive on Verizon and Cricket, without Google’s Android One
HMD Global is ramping up its presence in North America for its Nokia phones, and that starts with three key carrier partnerships. The Nokia 2V is coming to Verizon, the Nokia 3.1 Plus to Cricket Wireless, and Rogers gets the Nokia 2.1. But what happens to the Android One program?
In smart cities, 5G won’t just lessen congestion, it could save lives too
We all know 5G wireless networks are part of a smart city plan, but how will they benefit? When it comes to cars, it could help with congestion. For citizens, it could keep them safe and alive. We spoke with Qualcomm and Verizon during the 2019 CES on how they’re leading the effort.
OpenSignal report shows Verizon is still the best mobile network out there
OpenSignal has published its annual Mobile Network Experience report, highlighting different categories such as download speed and upload speed, and which among the top four carriers offers the best experience in those categories. As you might expect, Verizon holds the top spot.
5G phones make a lot of promises. Here’s what to really expect
There has been a lot of marketing copy expounding the potential benefits of 5G networks, but a lot less on the practical implications of 5G smartphones. There's a reason for that. When 5G smartphones start becoming available this year, there's good reason to pause and consider waiting before buying.
Verizon’s deal could get you a free iPhone XR — but there’s some fine print
Verizon has launched a new deal for its smartphones aimed at encouraging customers to open up a new line. If you're willing to open up a new line and you want two new phones, you could get a free Samsung Galaxy S9, Google Pixel 3, or even an Apple iPhone XR for free.
Verizon video game streaming service leaked, currently testing on Nvidia Shield
Verizon is currently testing a video game streaming service that is already running on the Nvidia Shield set-top box and will eventually launch on Android smartphones, according to The Verge. The platform, named Verizon Gaming, may be in development to take advantage of the looming 5G rollout.
Digital Trends Live: Highlights from day 2 of CES 2019 outline future of tech
For day two of CES 2019, Digital Trends welcomed guests like Joel Liefke, the business director of portfolio and solutions at Microsoft, and Josh Newman, the general manager of mobile PC innovation at Intel, to discuss the future of computing at our temporary studio in Las Vegas.