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iPhone 13 Rumors and What's New in iOS 15 Aug 20, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about rumored specs for the upcoming iPhone 13, as well as the new features in iOS 15.

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T-Mobile is Shutting Down Sprint, CenturyLink is Selling Network Assets Aug 13, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about T-Mobile's plan to shut down the Sprint LTE network along with their 2G and 3G networks, the future T-Mobile sees in the fixed wireless space, Mint Mobile's new account security features, and how CenturyLink (now rebranded as Lumen) is selling network assets to Apollo Global Management.

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How Airalo is Changing International eSIM Data Plans, with Co-Founder Bahadir Ozdemir Jul 30, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Bahadir Ozdemir, the co-founder of Airalo. Airalo sells affordable international eSIM data plans to keep you connected when you travel abroad. Check out Airalo here - https://www.airalo.com/?rfsn=4265669.cae2b5 (affiliate link)

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BONUS - Verizon is Raising Prices, AT&T Earnings Report Jul 23, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about Verizon raising the cost of FiOS internet and AT&T's quarterly earnings report.

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Dish Partners with AT&T in $5B deal, US Mobile Raises $11.5MM in Funding Jul 23, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about how Dish is becoming an AT&T MVNO with their latest 10-year, $5B deal with AT&T, and how US Mobile raised $11.5MM in funding.

STORIES:

Dish official press release: https://ir.dish.com/news-releases/news-release-details/dish-and-att-sign-strategic-network-services-agreement

Dish signs $5B deal with AT&T: https://www.fiercewireless.com/operators/dish-signs-5b-mvno-deal-at-t

Analyst: Dish deal ‘terrible’ for AT&T: https://www.fiercewireless.com/operators/analyst-dish-deal-terrible-for-at-t

US Mobile receives $11.5MM in Series A funding: https://www.volitioncapital.com/news/us-mobile-announces-11-5m-series-a-to-accelerate-innovation-in-customizable-consumer-wireless-services-and-technology/

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AT&T's New Unlimited Elite Plan, Mint Mobile Data Breach Jul 16, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about AT&T's new Unlimited Elite plan, the Mint Mobile data breach, and network performance and coverage updates of Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.

AT&T's New Unlimited Elite Plan

Official AT&T press release: https://about.att.com/story/2021/att_unlimited_elite.html

Network Performance Reports:

RootMetrics State of Mobile Union 2021: https://rootmetrics.com/en-US/content/us-state-of-the-mobile-union-1h-2021
Tutella State of Mobile Experience 2020: https://www.tutela.com/blog/united-states-state-of-mobile-experience-2020
OpenSignal Mobile Network Experience Report 2021: https://www.opensignal.com/reports/2021/01/usa/mobile-network-experience

More information on Mint Mobile data breach:

Original Bleeping Computer post: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mint-mobile-hit-by-a-data-breach-after-numbers-ported-data-accessed/
Mint Mobile Reddit post: https://www.reddit.com/r/mintmobile/comments/ohnlfr/mint_mobile_hit_by_a_data_breach_after_numbers/
Recent response from Mint Mobile: https://www.reddit.com/r/mintmobile/comments/of9506/recent_questions_on_security/

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US Mobile's Upcoming Plan Features, Why Dish is In Trouble Jul 09, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about US Mobile's upcoming UWB 5G access, eSIM support, and Wi-Fi calling features, as well as why Dish may be in serious trouble.

Reddit post with US Mobile's feature updates: https://www.reddit.com/r/USMobile/comments/nrjugh/updates_on_esim_uwb_etc_on_super_lte/h0ifcoq/?context=3

Dish's Project Gene5is: https://launch.5gmobilegenesis.com

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Best Fixed Wireless Solution: T-Mobile Home Internet vs Verizon vs AT&T Jul 02, 2021

Stetson and Dennis discuss the various fixed wireless home internet solutions available from T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T and pick out which one they think is best.

T-Mobile Home Internet: https://www.t-mobile.com/isp

Verizon LTE Home Internet: https://www.verizon.com/home/lte-home-internet/

Verizon 5G Home Internet: https://www.verizon.com/5g/home/

AT&T Home Internet: https://www.att.com/support/article/wireless/KM1048698/

AT&T Prepaid $55 100GB plan: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/data-plans/att-prepaid-data-plan-55

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T-Mobile Launches Alcoholic Drinks but No 5G Coverage Map Jun 25, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by Mike Dano, the Editorial Director, 5G & Mobile Strategies of LightReading, to discuss T-Mobile's latest 5G coverage news and announcements.

LightReading - https://www.lightreading.com/

T-Mobile celebrates 5G buildout with booze but no maps - https://www.lightreading.com/5g/t-mobile-celebrates-5g-buildout-with-booze-but-no-maps/d/d-id/770426

AT&T, T-Mobile don't want to reveal signal strength data - https://www.lightreading.com/5g/atandt-t-mobile-dont-want-to-reveal-signal-strength-data/d/d-id/770349

T-Mobile enters ad-tech biz as rivals pull out - https://www.lightreading.com/aiautomation/t-mobile-enters-ad-tech-biz-as-rivals-pull-out/d/d-id/770441?

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Ting Interview: Building Flexible Cell Phone Plans and What It's Like Working in Customer Service Jun 11, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Jesse Simms, the Marketing Manager for Ting Mobile. Ting is an affordable MVNO that launched in 2012. They had a new model you only paid for the minutes, texts, and data that you actually used. Today Ting is owned by Dish and offers both flexible plans, which they call their Ting Flex plan, and plans with more data for higher data users.

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Verizon's New Free 5G Phone Deal, 5G Network Improvements, and Verizon Home Internet Jun 04, 2021

Stetson and Dennis cover Verizon's new free 5G smartphone deal and if it's actually good, Verizon's 5G network improvements and which carrier offers the best 5G network today, and provide updates to Verizon's Home Internet offering.

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News stories:

The wait is over — the biggest Verizon 5G upgrade campaign ever: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/wait-over-biggest-verizon-5g-upgrade-campaign-ever

Verizon’s 5G Home Internet now available in even more cities: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/5G-home-internet-offered-more-cities

Verizon flips the switch on 5G at popular destinations just in time for Memorial Day: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-5g-popular-destinations-memorial-day

Verizon is your home for the best entertainment; now with Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass on us: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-apple-arcade-and-google-play-pass

Verizon 5G live in 60+ stadiums & arenas; named 5G partner for 15 NBA teams: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-5g-live-60-stadiums-15-nba-teams

You broke your phone, so Verizon is breaking the rules: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/you-broke-your-phone-so-verizon-breaking-rules

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AT&T is Making Public Wi-Fi Better, Boost Mobile Partners with DraftKings May 28, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about how AT&T is making public Wi-Fi a lot like connecting to a cellular network, Boost Mobile's latest partnership with DraftKings, and Movandi's 5G repeater demo.

Relevant articles:

AT&T completes OpenRoaming Wi-Fi trial in Austin

Movandi demos 5G mmWave repeater tech for C-V2X

CBRS networks for schools will outlast the pandemic

Boost Mobile bets on DraftKings as a partner

AT&T remains last in 3-horse race to 5G – analysts

Verizon's early 5G strategy might pay off amid coronavirus recovery

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T-Mobile's New Business Unlimited Plans, AT&T Warner Media Update, and HBO MAX with Ads May 21, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about T-Mobile's new business plans, AT&T's merger with Discovery+, Google I/O and Android 12, and HBO MAX's new $10 ad-supported tier.

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Which Network Has The Best Coverage? with CoverageCritic founder Chris Smith May 14, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by Chris Smith, the founder of CoverageCritic. Chris reports on telecom news, offers plan recommendations and advice, and calls carriers out on their bullsh*t. His newest tool lets you check coverage just by entering your ZIP code. Visit the CoverageCritic website here to check your coverage: https://coveragecritic.com/

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dotmobile Interview: Canada's First MVNO May 07, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by Algis and Alex, the founders of dotmobile. Dotmobile is Canada's first, full-licensed MVNO. Algis and Alex plan to disrupt the Canadian wireless industry by providing affordable plans that are more accessible than ever before.

Their goal was to reach 10,000 members of the dotmobile community. Today they have over 33,100 members.

Check out dotmobile here: https://dotmobile.app/

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VoLTE, VoNR, and Wi-Fi Calling Explained with Austin Lutz Apr 30, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Austin Lutz to explain the different calling technologies. We'll be discussing the differences between VoLTE, VoNR, and Wi-Fi calling.

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Apple's New M1 Powered 5G iPad Pro, Xfinity Mobile's New Unlimited Plans, and More Apr 30, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about Apple's new 5G capable iPad Pro powered by the M1chip, Xfinity Mobile's new unlimited plans, Comcast's tests with DOCSIS 4.0, and more.

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How Mint Mobile is Changing the Game in Wireless with Aron North, CMO at Mint Mobile Apr 16, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Aron North, the Chief Marketing Officer of Mint Mobile, to discuss how Mint Mobile is changing the game in wireless.

This episode was sponsored by Mint Mobile. Try Mint Mobile for free today by downloading the Mint Mobile application: https://mint-mobile.58dp.net/c/300828/1029711/7915

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T-Mobile Home Internet and 'Free' 5G Smartphone Announcement with Mike Dano Apr 09, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Mike Dano to talk about T-Mobile's Home Internet and 'free' 5G phone announcement. Mike is Light Reading's Editorial Director, and he has written over 1,100+ articles focusing on 5G and mobile strategies.

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See Mike's articles on Light Reading: https://www.lightreading.com/profile_content.asp?piddl_userid=551155

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Verizon vs AT&T vs T-Mobile Carrier Strategies with Roger Entner, founder of Recon Analytics Apr 02, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Roger Entner. Roger is the founder of Recon Analytics and has built a reputation as one of the most respected telecom experts. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and industry expertise. Roger works with C-Suite level executives on data collection & industry analysis, providing them with powerful decision-making information before this information is even known to the public.

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Read Roger's latest articles: http://reconanalytics.com/

5G network slicing benefits & implications: http://reconanalytics.com/2021/03/network-slicing-benefits-and-the-implications-for-spectrum-licensing/

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MobileX and Building a Next-Generation Wireless Carrier with Peter Adderton, former Boost Mobile CEO Mar 26, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Peter Adderton, the former founder and CEO of Boost Mobile. Peter has been in the wireless space for over 20 years and has started multiple MVNOs. Peter's latest startup is MobileX, a next-generation wireless carrier.

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The Future of Cell Phone Service with Ahmed Khattak Mar 25, 2021

US Mobile CEO Ahmed Khattak joins the show again to discuss how AI, pooled plans, eSIM, and usage analytics will help shape the future of cell phone service.

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Tags: US Mobile, 5G, Verizon, MVNO, unlimited data

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Verizon vs T-Mobile vs AT&T: Which Network is Winning the Race to 5G? with Sascha Segan Mar 24, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Sascha Segan, the lead mobile analyst at PCMag. Sascha has reviews 1,100+ smartphones and is closely following the rollout of 5G from Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.

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Sascha Segan on PC Mag: https://www.pcmag.com/authors/sascha-segan

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Tags: Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, PC Magazine, PCMag, PC Mag, Sascha Segan, Race to 5G, 5G, C-Band, C Band

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The best streaming services of 2021, with Craig Hanks from Reviews.org Mar 23, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Craig Hanks to discuss the best streaming services for 2021. Craig is a video writer and producer at Reviews.org and has been for the past 5 years. He specializes in comparing streaming service providers and creating how-to tutorials.

Subscribe to Reviews.org - https://www.youtube.com/reviewsorg

Follow Craig on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TLPCraig

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T-Mobile's New Magenta Max & Magenta Plans and C-Band Auction Results with Sneed Mobile Tech Mar 22, 2021

Sneed Mobile Tech joins the show to talk about T-Mobile's new Magenta Max and Magenta plans, the C-Band auction results, and more.

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Tags: t-mobile, magenta, magenta max, 5G, cband, c-band, auction, sneedmobiletech, sneed, mobile, tech

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How Millennials Spend Their Money, with Ben Boxer from CNBC Make It Feb 19, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Ben Boxer, a senior at Carnegie Mellon University who was recently featured on CNBC Make It. Ben shared what it was like living in a $2,000/month apartment in Pittsburgh with his two roommates, and he was recently featured on Graham Stephan's YouTube channel.

Ben Boxer's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BenCraft67

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Building a Tech-Focused MVNO with US Mobile CEO, Ahmed Khattak Feb 12, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by Ahmed Khattak, the founder and CEO of US Mobile. We discuss how Ahmed got into the MVNO space, the evolution of US Mobile, how US Mobile's technology differentiates them in the MVNO space.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Intro

00:55 - How Ahmed got into wireless

5:49 - How GSM Nation provided unlocked phones to prepaid wireless carriers

11:02 - How US Mobile negotiated agreements with T-Mobile and Verizon

15:00 - How US Mobile focused on their niche

19:28 - Who was US Mobile’s targeted demographic?

22:00 - How can US Mobile’s prices be so low?

25:26 - Tiered speed data plans vs data bucket plans

29:13 - The custom tech that US Mobile has built using micro services architecture

34:12 - Could US Mobile combine coverage from their GSM LTE and Super LTE networks?

36:20 - What does it take to add new features to an MVNO, like Wi-Fi calling?

41:48 - Why US Mobile built their own custom chat tools

46:17 - Dedicated hotspot plans?

48:12 - Is mmWave 5G coming??

50:10 - What is US Mobile’s proudest achievement in 2020

53:51 - Will taxes & fees ever be included in the plan prices?

1:00:10 - What phone and what plan does Ahmed Khattak use?

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Best Rural Home Internet Solutions: Starlink vs T-Mobile Home Internet & More with Austin Lutz Feb 04, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Austin Lutz to talk about the best rural home internet options, including Elon Musk's Starlink plan, T-Mobile and Verizon's Home Internet offerings, and more.

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How 5G is Enabling World-Class 3D & AR Content, with Mike Cadoux from QReal Feb 01, 2021

Stetson and Dennis are joined by special guests Mike Cadoux, the general manager of QReal, and Elena Piech, the senior marketing manager at The Glimpse Group, to discuss how 5G technology is enabling high-fidelity 3D content and brand-new AR experiences.

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The Present and Future of Augmented Reality with KreatAR founder Liron Lerman Jan 25, 2021

Special guests Liron Lerman, the founder of KreatAR, and Elena Piech, the senior marketing manager at The Glimpse Group, join the show to talk about augmented reality and the future of AR experiences.

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Best Free Streaming Services, Paid Services, & Live TV Alternatives Jan 18, 2021

Stetson and Dennis compare the best streaming services (both free and paid), the best live TV alternatives, and what the future of entertainment looks like.

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How to reduce your cell phone bill in 2021 Jan 08, 2021

Stetson and Dennis talk about ways and strategies for reducing your cell phone bill in 2021, including device financing, reducing data usage, family discounts, and more.

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Discussing the Best Plans of 2020! Best Budget, Best Premium, Best Unlimited, & Best Family Jan 05, 2021

Stetson and Dennis discuss their top picks for the best budget plans, premium plans, unlimited plans, family plans, and the ultimate best value plan of 2020 from Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile!

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Holiday Special! Our 2021 Wish List and Which Carriers Responded Best to COVID-19? Dec 29, 2020

Stetson and Dennis discuss their wish list for Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile for 2021, which carrier responded best to the pandemic, and one change that would make their favorite cell phone plans even better.

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What does it mean to be deprioritized on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile? Dec 18, 2020

Stetson and Dennis explain network priority and management on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, what it means to be deprioritized, QCI values, and more.

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How eSIM is Changing the Game in Wireless Dec 11, 2020

In this first episode of the BestPhonePlans Podcast, Stetson and Dennis share how they got interested in cell phone plans and how eSIM is changing the game in wireless.

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