Live in a rural area? Verizon 5G is about to get better for you
Verizon plans to expand its faster 5G Ultra Wideband network beyond urban centers later this year, helping to drive up performance for folks in rural areas.
5G is enhancing the fan experience at the Big East Men’s Basketball Tournament
Fox Sports will make sports history by bringing viewers of the Big East Basketball Tournament into the future, broadcasting the entire tournament using 5G.
Don’t pay the Verizon 5G tax for the Google Pixel 4a 5G
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is here, and it's one of the best deals in smartphones under $500. But if you're a Verizon customer, you have to pay extra. Don't.
Old phones will stop working with AT&T and T-Mobile. Here’s what to do about it
To make room for 5G networks, carriers are shutting down older 3G networks, and some customers will need to upgrade their phone.
Verizon pulls ads from Facebook and Instagram amid growing boycott
Verizon said it would join a growing campaign of advertisers to boycott Facebook until the social media platform "create an acceptable solution."
Verizon’s Galaxy S20 ditches RAM for 5G, proving carriers run the mobile world
Verizon is selling a Samsung Galaxy S20 5G with mmWave networking, but it arrives with less RAM and no expandable storage.
Verizon reveals a Samsung Galaxy S20 built for its mmWave 5G network
Verizon has announced a new model of the Samsung Galaxy S20 that will support the company's mmWave 5G network. It will be available for pre-order on May 21.
Verizon’s OnePlus 8 isn’t compatible with cases for other versions
Verizon's OnePlus 8, which is $100 more expensive than other versions of the smartphone, will require customers to purchase cases from the carrier's store.
What is 6G, how fast will it be, and when is it coming?
You can go buy a 5G phone today, but what about 6G? What is it, how different from 5G will it be, and when will it arrive? We've got the answers for you here.
How Verizon’s Super Bowl demo finally got me excited for 5G
Verizon spent 80 million dollars blanketing Miami in 5G ahead of Super Bowl LIV. What does that mean? We'll show you how 5G will enhance the fan experience for the big game.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
#FreeTheMotoZ: Verizon’s exclusive on both Moto phones is total BS
Carrier exclusives are draconian measures that limit the amount of people who can buy smartphones and trap great devices on one network.
Sony’s waterproof, wirelessly charging Xperia Z3V lands on Verizon Oct. 23
Sony's flagship smartphone, the Xperia Z3, is making its way to the United States. Verizon will carry the device, named the Xperia Z3V, for the first time.
T-Mobile’s 5G is still unmatched — but have speeds plateaued?
Ookla's latest market analysis reveals the fastest carriers, states, and cities across the U.S. — but have we reached the peak?
What is 5G UW? The real meaning behind the icon on your phone
If you have a 5G smartphone, chances are you've seen a 5G UW icon on your screen. Here's what that (and the Ultra Wideband tech behind it) really mean.
Switch to Verizon Fios for $25 per Month, Get a $100 Gift Card to Spend Online
Check out this Verizon Fios deal which gets you $100 to spend online after you switch to the home internet service, for just $25 per month at 300 Mbps speeds.
Secure Your Value: Lock in the price of your Verizon phone plan for 3 years
We're in uncertain times, but with Verizon's Welcome Unlimited plan and current offer, you can lock in low prices for three years. Learn more here.
Here’s another big reason why T-Mobile 5G dominates AT&T and Verizon
You're much more likely to get 5G coverage on T-Mobile than on any other carrier
T-Mobile is leaving AT&T and Verizon in the 5G dust
Ookla's latest market research report shows that T-Mobile is pulling even farther ahead in the 5G race.
Hurry and sign up to this Verizon Wireless plan before it’s too late
For a limited time, get the most affordable Verizon Wireless plan ever! Welcome Unlimited offers talk, text, and data on Verizon's 5G nationwide network.
Verizon’s cheapest 5G unlimited plan just got even cheaper
Verizon is offering its lowest prices yet for its cheapest 5G plans. If you're looking for unlimited data for cheap, it's worth taking a look at.
Is 5G dangerous for airplanes? Here’s what pilots and the FAA say
After months of wrangling with the aviation industry, AT&T and Verizon rolled out their C-Band 5G spectrum this year, but have they taken enough precautions?
5G rollout has been a disaster in the U.S. Here’s why
AT&T and Verizon are going live with their new C-band 5G spectrum after weeks of wrangling with the aviation industry and government officials. But what's next?
The best 5G phone plans in 2022
All three of the major carriers now offer 5G connectivity as part of their plans, helping make those plans better than ever. But which plan is best for you?
Razer’s 5G-enabled handheld gaming system is getting a public release
Razer, Verizon, and Qualcomm teased the world's first 5G video game handheld: the Razer Edge 5G.
Visible just added a new plan, lowered prices, and took away a huge feature
Visible, the lower-cost wireless provider for Verizon service, is getting a big update. There's a new plan, a new lower price, and a missing feature.
Verizon is offering the iPhone 13 Pro totally free to new and existing customers
Verizon is giving away the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, for free, to new and existing customers. There are a ton of cases and screen protectors on sale too!
When did 5G come out? The long, complicated history of its release
Although 2022 will be heralded as the year 5G went mainstream, we’ve traveled a long and winding road to get here.