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Verizon Downplays Hacked and Ransomed Database Despite Potential Security Risks
A hacker was able to hack a Verizon Employee database. Verizon has concluded that the information was not sensitive.
Verizon to Offer 5G Ultra Wideband Service to More U.S. Cities This Year
Verizon acquired early clearance for its C-Band spectrum. This will allow the company to deploy 5G Ultra Wideband service to more US cities.
Verizon Home Internet is Now Available for 20 Million Americans
Verizon Home Internet coverage has reached 20 million Americans, the carrier announced on Wednesday, for homes and businesses.
AT&T and Verizon Expanded 5G Rollout Sends Airlines Scrambling
The expanded 5G rollout AT&T and Verizon have been planning for months begins today, and airlines are scrambling to avoid possible tragedy.
Security Friday: No News is Good News – TMO Daily Observations 2021-12-10
Andrew Orr and Kelly Guimont discuss Security Friday topics. They say no news is good news, and this week is FULL of news.
FAA Will Restrict Low-Visibility Landings Near 5G Towers
FAA guidance regarding landings near 5G towers may cause flight delays. Pilots cannot rely on radio altimeters when 5G interference may occur.
Verizon Automatically Tracks Your Data in New Update
In a new program called Verizon Custom Experience, the company is automatically opting customers in to track their data. But you can opt out.
A new program innocuously titled the “Verizon Custom Experience” is sold to users as a way for the company to “personalize our communications with you, give you more relevant product and service recommendations, and develop plans, services and offers that are more appealing to you.” To accomplish this, all a Verizon subscriber needs to do is… allow the company access to all the websites you visit, apps you use, as well as see everyone you happen to call and text.
Verizon Names Manon Brouillette as CEO and Executive Vice President
Verizon Communications announced Manon Brouillette as Executive Vice President and CEO of Verizon Consumer Group effective January 1, 2022
AT&T and Verizon Delaying 5G Expansion Amidst Aircraft Interference Concerns
As AT&T and Verizon roll out 5G, others worry about interference with aircraft equipment. Both carriers are pausing a December 5G expansion.
Amazon and Verizon Use Kuiper Satellites to Expand 5G Coverage
Amazon and Verizon are partnering to use the former’s Kuiper satellite project to expand 4G and 5G coverage to remote areas.
Customer Accounts of 'Visible' Phone Carrier Hacked, Unauthorized Purchases Made
Visible, a carrier owned by Verizon, suffered what some believed was a data breach on Wednesday, with some customer accounts hacked.
What You Can Do If Your Verizon iPhone 13 Doesn't Get 5G
Some iPhone 13 owners are reporting that they’re unable to get 5G Ultra Wideband. PCMag found three solutions that may help.
Verizon Brings 5G Ultra Wideband to 25 NFL Stadiums
Verizon and the NFL announced a 10-year partnership on Thursday to bring 5G Ultra Wideband to 25 NFL stadiums over the next decade.
Speed Tests Reveal the Fastest Mobile Network in the United States
In its twelfth annual network test, PCMag traveled over 10,000 miles across the U.S. to test the speeds of mobile networks AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.
Verizon Adds Four New Mobile Hotspot Plans for Customers
Verizon announced on Thursday the addition of four new mobile hotspot plans, perfect for travelers. From 15GB to 150GB per month.
Verizon and Mastercard Work on 5G Contactless Payments
Mastercard and Verizon are partnering on 5G contactless payments for consumers as well as businesses. The goal is to release a product by 2023.
Verizon Customers Can Get Up to One Year Free Apple Arcade
Verizon customers can get up to one year free (with certain plans) of Apple Arcade or Google Play Pass, according to an announcement on Monday.
Verizon Recalls Mobile Hotspots Over Fire Hazard
Working with the CPSC, Verizon is recalling its Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspot devices due to a potential fire hazard from its battery.
Cut Fiber Cable Causes Verizon Outage on East Coast
A cut fiber cable has been giving Verizon Fios customers issues on the East Coast.
On Twitter, which many still were able to access, people reported they were seeing issues with their Verizon Fios Internet service. Verizon’s customer support team said on Twitter Tuesday that a fiber had been cut in Brooklyn, which could possibly account for some of the issues. The support account on Twitter quickly became inundated with customers asking why their internet was slow and bumpy.
Verizon Customers Can Get up to a Year Free of New Streaming Service ‘Discovery+’
New service Discovery+ will be free for up to 12 months for new and existing Verizon customers, depending on their plan.
Apple and Verizon Partner on iPhone 12 ‘Fleet Swap’ Enterprise Program
Fleet Swap lets a business trade in its entire fleet of iPhones at once and upgrade to any iPhone 12 model without an upfront cost.
Verizon And AT&T Customers Get a $30 Discount on iPhone 12
The price of the iPhone 12 and mini in the U.S. is $30 more if you’re not buying it through Sprint or Verizon or AT&T.
Verizon Supports iOS 14 Robocall Blocking Feature
Verizon is adding iOS 14 support for its robocall blocking feature called Silence Junk Callers.