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Phone Arena
8 hours ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Is another T-Mobile service about to raise its data plans without extra costs?
Mere hours ago, we told you that the prepaid Ultra Mobile service, an MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) of T-Mobile's, now offers more gigabytes for the same money. Will fellow MVNOs follow accordingly? A quick update for those who haven't heard of MVNOs yet. The Mobile Virtual Network Operator is a wireless service provider that doesn't own its own network infrastructure. Instead, it pays to access other, larger networks' ( T-Mobile , AT&T, or Verizon) infrastructure. The MVNO operator then uses these rented networks for its own service and resells it to customers under its own brand. This allows MVNOs to offer more affordable or flexible plans, while still giving users access to the same nationwide coverage and speeds provided by the major carriers. So, Ultra Mobile is upgrading its plans without raising prices, giving customers more data for the same monthly cost. The $15 plan now includes 500 MB instead of 250 MB, the $19 plan jumps from 3 GB to 4 GB, and higher-tier options see even bigger boosts – like the $39 plan going from 15 GB to 24 GB. The $59 Ultra Unlimited+ plan still has no data limits and now includes 25 GB of hotspot data plus more international credit. All plans keep unlimited talk and text in the US, along with extras like Wi-Fi calling, hotspot access, and international features. Customers don't need to do anything to get these updates – they're applied automatically. Personally, I love that: the less paperwork and interactions, the is also offering bigger savings for those who pay upfront: up to 30% off with a 12-month plan, potentially saving users as much as $216 per year, with smaller discounts for three- and six-month options. Over at Reddit, user LeftOn4ya is asking the real questions: will Mint Mobile – another MVNO owned by T-Mobile – follow soon? Image source – Reddit The user certainly hopes so and lays out their guess, citing Ultra Mobile's new plans. Based on those changes, they predicted Mint Mobile might soon increase data on its intro/annual plans as well – potentially offering 8 GB for $15 (up from 5 GB), 16 GB for $20 (up from 15 GB), and 24 GB for $25 (up from 20 GB). They also expect Mint's Unlimited+ plan to match Ultra's, with 25 GB of hotspot data and possibly expanded roaming in Canada and Mexico. This seems pretty logical, so definitely keep an eye on it. Switch to a 2-month Total 5G or 5G+ plan with Total Wireless and score this foldable deal. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
The Verge
19 hours ago
- Business
- The Verge
Ultra Mobile raised its data caps without a price increase
T-Mobile is bringing some of its Uncarrier energy to Ultra Mobile, the carrier's international-focused MVNO that operates on its network. It announced that its plans now have slightly higher data caps and more international perks, but with the same prices as before for new and existing subscribers — a rare thing to see these days. The plan with the most notable increase in data cap is its $39 per month tier, which jumps from 15GB to 24GB per month. It also includes 5GB of data you can use in Mexico before international data roaming charges kick in. If you're accustomed to churning through a ton of data every month, its $59 per month unlimited (talk, text, and data) plan is stuffed with more goodies. It includes a combined $20 in international calling and data roaming credits, plus 25GB to use as a mobile hotspot (it previously included 20GB). You'll also get 100 minutes to call 'nearly anywhere,' and either 500 texts or 500MB of roaming data to use while traveling abroad before you have to pay extra. Whichever plan is best for your budget, Ultra Mobile stands out from Mint Mobile and Metro (other T-Mobile-owned MVNOs), as well as other major carriers, by offering more perks for people who call and text folks in countries outside the US. In addition to unlimited talk and text to Mexico, Canada, and the UK, Ultra allows free calls to landlines and mobile phones in China, India, Australia, and many other countries. Plus, all of its plans support Wi-Fi calling, which makes it easy to take calls even if local coverage is spotty.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
povo Launches "povo2.0 Japan SIM" eSIM Data Plans for Foreign Visitors to Japan - Activate in 3 Minutes at LAWSON
TOKYO, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- KDDI has announced that starting July 1, 2025, "povo2.0 Japan SIM" cards, which allow foreign travelers to purchase data, will be available at approximately 14,600 Lawson locations (note 1) across Japan, a major convenience store chain in Japan. travelers can choose from four plans based on their needs: 3 GB (7 Days), 10 GB (30 Days), 25 GB (30 Days), and Unlimited Data (7 Days) (note 2). They can be purchased at the register with cash and utilize the eSIM card embedded in the customer's device, so they can register online and connect to the internet in as little as three minutes (note 3). Povo uses au's network to provide a stable connection over a large area of Japan. They aim to make travel in Japan as comfortable and fulfilling as possible for foreign travelers by making it easy to connect to a fast and reliable wireless network. Start of service 1 July 2025 How to use a "povo2.0 Japan SIM" Customers can bring a "povo2.0 Japan SIM" to the register and tell the cashier which plan they wish to purchase. After payment (cash only), the user can access the dedicated website by scanning the QR code on the reverse side, enter the PIN code found on the SIM card, and add data. List of "povo2.0 Japan SIM" plans Plan name: PriceAdditional 3 GB of Data (7 Days): ¥2,200Additional 10 GB of Data (30 Days): ¥3,280Additional 25 GB of Data (30 Days): ¥4,580Unlimited Data (7 Days): ¥4,500*Plans subject to change For details, please visit: (note 1) Excludes locations that do not carry gift cards.(note 2) Network speed may be limited during network congestion.(note 3) Time until the user begins using the service as calculated by KDDI. This may differ based on the customer's situation. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE KDDI Digital Life Corporation
