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.
Garmin VivoActive 3 Music 4G LTE Verizon hands-on review
Garmin takes its already great VivoActive 3 Music fitness smartwatch and adds a 4G LTE connection, courtesy of Verizon. The watch now has streaming music, independent GPS, and best of all, SMS support and various safety features. We’ve tried the watch out at CES 2019 to see what it’s like.
BlackBerry sets own pace for 2019: Strikes Verizon deal, but no 5G phone coming
BlackBerry has struck a deal with Verizon to sell the Key2 LE phone through its Enterprise division, reigniting a successful partnership from the brand's early days. However, while it's pushing ahead with new business this year, it won't be adopting 5G just yet.
Sign up for Verizon Fios Triple Play and get a free Amazon Echo, Prime for a year
Verizon is offering outstanding deals on its Triple Play service that include free Amazon Prime and a free Amazon Echo (second generation). But you will need to act fast to take advantage of the offer.
Following AT&T, Sprint confirms it will carry Samsung’s 5G smartphone in 2019
While it feels like it's been a long time coming, 5G is is becoming a reality in the form of both network connectivity and smartphones. In the first half of 2019, Samsung announced it will be launching a 5G smartphone compatible on Verizon, Sprint and AT&T.
Qualcomm is ready to bring blazing-ast 5G speeds to the masses. Here’s how
Qualcomm is working hard on bringing 5G to the world, and at its annual Snapdragon Summit it revealed a little more about its plans for the next few years. In particular, the company is working with the likes of Verizon, AT&T, Samsung, and more, in an effort to speed up 5G adoption.
Use multiple phone numbers on one device with Verizon’s ‘My Numbers’ app
Almost everyone likes to keep their business and personal lives separate from one another, but not when it requires having to keep track of multiple devices and phone numbers. That's why Verizon is now allowing its customers to add up to four additional numbers to one smartphone with its new app.
Verizon has made its first 5G video call … with a phone that’s already out
Verizon has announced that it has successfully made its first video call, using a smartphone that's already available: The Motorola Moto Z3. To make the call, Verizon used the 5G Moto Mod, which is a device that will be available to Moto Z3 users next year to help connect them to 5G networks.
Yahoo agrees to pay $50M in damages for biggest-ever data breach
Yahoo has agreed to pay $50 million in damages for a huge security breach in 2013 that hit all three billion of its user accounts globally. If the settlement is approved by a court next month, U.S.-based users affected by the biggest-ever data hack will be able to claim a portion of the funds.
The Verizon GizmoWatch puts a quick-communication device on your kid’s wrist
Verizon is taking another shot at building a smartwatch for kids. The company announced the new Verizon GizmoWatch -- a smartwatch specifically designed for kids. The device boasts 4G connectivity, a simple interface, and helps parents keep track of their kids at all times.
Verizon 5G Home promises gigabit internet speeds for as low as $50
With a three-month free trial and some freebies, Verizon 5G Home promises to bring up to gigabit internet speeds to your home for as little as $50 if you're a Verizon Wireless customer. There are no caps, and the speeds will make 5G Home competitive with Google Fiber and cable internet services.
Here’s how to buy the new Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Samsung has finally taken the wraps off of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the company's latest and greatest smartphone. With its beautiful design and top-tier features, you may be wondering how you can get your hands on the device for yourself. That's why we've put together this guide.
Verizon pledges to no longer throttle first responders’ data speeds
Verizon has pledged that it will no longer throttle the data speed of emergency personnel responding to disasters. The announcement follows the news that the mobile carrier had slowed down data speeds for firefighters who were in the process of fighting wildfires in California.
Got Verizon Unlimited? Get six months of Apple Music for free
Verizon's new offer stands to benefit both Apple Music and its own subscribers, as the one-of-a-kind offer appears compelling to both existing and potential new subscribers. The offer will be valid to both existing and new Verizon Unlimited subscribers and will become available on August 16.
T-Mobile wants to reinvent customer service with a ‘Team of Experts’
In an attempt to reinvent how businesses approach customer care, T-Mobile is going old school -- by connecting its customers with humans instead of robots. The "Un-carrier" unveiled all the details pertaining to its new customer service model, called the Team of Experts.
Knoxville ranks No. 1 in mobile performance among U.S. metro areas, study says
According to RootMetrics' most recent network performance test, Knoxville,Tennessee, takes the number one spot for mobile performance out of the 125 major metropolitan areas tested. Each of the areas were ranked highest to lowest across six mobile performance categories.
Buckle up, Houston, you’ll soon be getting 5G service from Verizon
Everything is bigger in Texas, and now, everything might be faster, too. That's right friends, 5G is coming to Houston, and it's all thanks to Verizon. On Tuesday, the mobile service provider announced that it will be bringing 5G technology to the Texas metropolis in the second half of 2018.
We tried Visible’s $40 unlimited data plan for two weeks to see how it fares
Visible, Verizon's new low-cost service, wants to disrupt the mobile industry by offering unlimited talk, text, and data for just $40 a month. There's a catch: Data speeds are capped at 5Mbps. Is the trade off worth it? We tried out Visible for a few weeks to see how it fares.
Have an old 3G phone? You won’t be able to get it activated by Verizon anymore
If your phone isn't 4G LTE-compatible, don't look to Verizon to solve your problems. The mobile service provider has begun to cease activating phones that don't have this relatively modern technology available. A few 3G phone owners who went to Verizon in hopes of activating their mobile devices were turned away.
OpenSignal names T-Mobile the best mobile network in almost all categories
According to the latest OpenSignal report, T-Mobile takes first place for fastest 4G download speed. In comparison to its competitors, the carrier also snagged the top spot in almost all other categories. This quarter's report collected more than 8 billion measurements from over 385,679 devices.
Yahoo Messenger will soon die as Squirrel lives on in its wake
Yahoo is closing the doors on its instant messaging application, Yahoo Messenger for good. Existing users have until July 17 to enjoy its features before they lose access to it forever. The only caveat to longtime fans is that any conversations saved on the platform can be downloaded and saved for posterity.
Verizon doesn’t care about Sprint and T-Mobile merger
Verizon's CEO has stated he doesn't care about the impending T-Mobile and Sprint merger, and isn't concerned about any impact it may have on the carrier's own plans to rule the 5G landscape in the United States. The merger has yet to be finalized, but 5G is being pushed as a major benefit.
Canary and partners to donate security devices to first responders in May
Pioneering smart home security device manufacturer Canary is offering appreciation and paying tribute to first responders this May by working together with State Farm and Verizon to donate more than 10,000 Canary all-in-one home security devices to first responders across the country.
Verizon, AT&T under investigation for allegedly colluding to block eSIM tech
The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly investigating possible collusion between Verizon and AT&T, who have been accused of trying to block the development and implementation of eSIM technology. The tech allows consumers to quickly and easily switch carriers without having to obtain and insert a new SIM card.
As unlimited data plans grow more popular, Wi-Fi loses its dominance
As major cellphone service providers continue to re-introduce unlimited data to their customers, it looks like folks are spending more time surfing the web on their phones in Wi-Fi free zones, rather than looking for free Wi-Fi to connect to. OpenSignal's latest report sheds light on the trend.
Oath revamps Yahoo, AOL privacy policies to allow email and photo scans
Users of Yahoo and AOL services may want to read over Oath's new privacy agreements as Verizon has recently changed them. The sites Oath owns can now scan emails, instant messages, photos, and other user data. The agreement also says that the data may be shared with Oath's parent company, Verizon.
Verizon agrees, ransomware is the most popular form of malware
According to Verizon's 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report, ransomware has emerged as one of the most common forms of malware among organizations. The reason: cybercriminals are mostly influenced by a desire to make money and ransomware is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to attack.
Verizon offers Pixel 2, iPhone X for up to half the price with a trade-in
Verizon announced new deals starting April 5. The carrier is offering up to 50 percent off for its top smartphones including the Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, iPhone X, Samsung Galaxy S9, and more.
FordPass SmartLink adds Wi-Fi and more to older Ford models
FordPass SmartLink is a device that plugs into a car's OBD II port, adding connected features that older models did not have when new.
Interesed in Verizon Fios? Here’s everything you need to know
Verizon Fios offers blazing-fast internet, along with optional TV and home phone service. Here is everything you need to know about it.
Want a free year of Netflix? You’ll need to sign up for 2 years of Verizon Fios
Verizon is finally offering a free year of Netflix for folks who sign up for a Fios "triple play" plan, which involves a bundled deal of internet, TV, and phone.
T-Mobile calls on Verizon, AT&T to commit to renewable electricity
T-Mobile announced its plans to move to 100 percent renewable electricity by 2021. The "Un-carrier" is now committing $500,000 to a non-profit that's specifically dedicated to pushing clean energy initiatives. If AT&T and Verizon join in, T-Mobile will triple its total.
T-Mobile is best mobile network in all categories but one, OpenSignal says
According to the latest report from OpenSignal, T-Mobile has had an absolutely stellar year -- and it's now the fastest mobile network around.