Why Do T-Mobile and AT&T Think Unlocked Phones are Good for Users?
Cell carriers T-Mobile & AT&T are opposing the FCC plan to require phones to be unlocked after 60 days and say locked is better for customers.
AT&T and T-Mobile argue unlocked phones are bad for their customers - here's why
The FCC wants all phones to be unlocked after 60 days. Two major mobile carriers do not, but Verizon isn't one of them. Here are their arguments.
T-Mobile, AT&T oppose unlocking rule, claim locked phones are good for users
When the FCC proposed the 60-day unlocking rule in July 2024, the agency criticized T-Mobile for locking prepaid phones for a year. The NPRM pointed out that "T-Mobile recently increased its locking period for one of its brands, Metro by T-Mobile, from 180 days to 365 days."
T-Mobile and AT&T warn that FCC's proposed unlocking rule could increase phone prices
Mobile's Michele Thomas, the proposed rule could force carriers to abandon their device payment plans, thereby impacting customers. The carrier also questioned the FCC's
AT&T, T-Mobile Are Not Fans of the FCC's Phone-Unlocking Proposal
Both carriers claim that requiring them to unlock customers’ mobile phones within 60 days of activation will mean fewer deals on subsidized phones.
Carriers claim new FCC rule will make your phone more expensive
The U.S. government is considering new rules for carriers to follow when it comes to locked phones. Some carriers are not pleased. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Why US telecom carriers are opposing FCC’s proposed phone unlocking rule
US telecom giants T-Mobile and AT&T opposed an FCC rule which would make it easier for consumers to unlock phones within 60 days of activation.
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