Would you trust Verizon’s new privacy-focused OneSearch to protect your data?
Verizon has launched a new search engine called OneSearch. Powered by Bing, it's designed to put user privacy first, having no cookies or trackers whatsoever. It also pledges to never share or sell user data, relying on contexual (but not personalized) ads for revenue.
Verizon is adding 20 5G-capable phones to its 2020 lineup
5G is about to take over in 2020, and Verizon is preparing by releasing 20 5G capable devices this year. The phone carrier made the announcement at CES that it will launch 20 5G devices in 2020 that would cost anywhere from under $600 to about $800. Right now, Verizon has only four 5G capable phones
Mobvoi’s connected Ticwatch Pro 4G LTE takes on Apple and Samsung in the U.K.
The Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro 4G LTE is one of the few cellular-connected WearOS smartwatches available, and after only being available in the U.S. on Verizon, it has now been released in the U.K. on the Vodafone network. The smartwatch has several unusual features, including a battery-boosting dual-screen feature.
Verizon’s newly published maps show exactly where you can access 5G
Verizon has finally published maps showing exactly where you can access 5G on the company's network. The maps show that 5G coverage is available largely on streets and sidewalks, which is likely due to technical limitations associated with using millimeter wave technology.
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.
Phantom text messages were sent around the country last night
According to a slew of posts on Reddit and Twitter, a number of users received text messages that weren't actually sent. According to some reports, the messages are actually duplicates of messages sent on February 14, and the issue could be related to a cross-carrier messaging system update.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Samsung Droid Charge Review
The Samsung Droid Charge touts outstanding 4G LTE speeds, sharp OLED screen, and impressive battery life.
Motorola Droid X2 Review
The Motorola Droid X2 staples a few new features onto the same design as its predecessor, but looks weak beside more advanced competitors.
Motorola Droid 3 Review
The Motorola Droid 3 offers excellent battery life, speed and one of the best Android keyboards ever, but its lack of 4G and poor screen prevent it from steamrolling the competition.
Motorola Droid Bionic Review
Review: The Motorola Droid Bionic has an impressive spec sheet, but still bears a number of rough edges despite its protracted path to store shelves.
Nokia Lumia 928 Review
Nokia gives Verizon the best Windows Phone it's got, but does the Lumia 928 have what it takes to compete with the horde of Android and iOS phones?
Lenovo Moto Z and Z Force review
Lenovo’s Moto Z and Moto Z Force are great flagship phones in their own right, but the magnetic modules are very innovative. We review the two new modular phones.
Verizon Hum X review
The Hum X adds features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth calling, and roadside assistance to your car. But is it worth the cost when compared to the competition?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.