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Google and Comcast may be following this tiny company into the world of Wi-Fi-first phones

At long last, Republic Wireless is adding more devices and a second carrier network.

Chinese phone makers Oppo and Vivo pass Xiaomi in global phone sales

Apple and Samsung retain their top two spots, according to new data from IDC.

T-Mobile shows that being the un-carrier doesn't have to mean being unprofitable

The company has not only doubled its customer base since launching its un-carrier effort, it has started to make some money.

Verizon says strike could hurt current-quarter earnings

The company's first-quarter earnings largely matched expectations as it adds 640,000 wireless customers.

Making sense of Facebook's moves to speed up the mobile Internet

The company -- like Google, Starry and others -- hopes to tap high-frequency waves to speed up the mobile Internet in urban areas.

Could Nokia or Ericsson Look to Top Brocade's $1.5 Billon Bid for Ruckus Wireless?

Nokia or Ericsson might be willing to buy the carrier-grade Wi-Fi company rather than see it fall into another networking company's hands.

Former Nokia Chief Stephen Elop Lands Strategy Role at Australian Carrier Telstra

The former Microsoft and Nokia executive will split his time between Australia and the U.S. starting next month.

Understanding the FCC's Move to Protect Broadband Users' Privacy

Tom Wheeler has proposed rules to require broadband providers to get consent from customers before making use of most types of data.

Is Verizon Buying Yahoo? A Resounding ... Maybe.

CFO Fran Shammo says the company is also considering selling data centers.

Sprint Decides It Needs 500 More Stores, Partners With U.K.'s Dixons

Apparently all those RadioShack stores weren't enough.

Former BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins Could Be Out of a Job Again

Heins's potential ouster at wireless charging firm Powermat comes as part of a spat between factions on the company's board of directors.

Mossberg: Eero Makes Wi-Fi Simpler and Stronger

The pricey system aims to eliminate headaches and boost coverage.

T-Mobile to Start 5G Testing This Year, Too, but Says Don't Get Too Excited

The company says the real story is the gains it continues to make using today's network.

Starry CEO Chet Kanojia Wants to Attack Broadband Monopolies From the Air

"There are no legal issues in this. The Internet doesn’t belong to any entity."

Phones Will Drive Internet Traffic Past the Zettabyte Mark This Year

What's a zettabyte? Come on! It's a billion terabytes!

AT&T Adds 2.8 Million Customers but Wireless Revenue Falls

Overall revenue and earnings were in the ballpark of what analysts were expecting.

Sprint CEO Promises Network Upgrades Won't Cause Disruption

Claure reiterated his goal to improve Sprint's network quality even as the No. 4 U.S. carrier cuts costs.

Sprint Stock Rises on Narrower Loss, Upbeat Forecast

The No. 4 U.S. carrier says its turnaround is taking hold.

Verizon Says Results Show It's Powering Through Ultra-Competitive Mobile Market

The company added 1.5 million postpaid customers and posted earnings ahead of what most analysts were expecting.

Sprint Shake-Ups Continue as Product Head Leaves

David Owens had been at Sprint more than 25 years.

AT&T Resurrects Unlimited Data in Bid to Get More Customers for TV and Wireless

AT&T hasn't offered unlimited data to new customers since 2010.

T-Mobile to Its Investors: You Need to Follow Our CEO on Twitter

The company cautions that financial guidance could come via social media in addition to the usual press releases or regulatory filings.

ItsOn Gets $12.5 Million to Bring Its Custom Cell Plans to More Places

The startup's CEO says the new money will help it bring its service more quickly to more carriers. So far, uptake has been limited.

Qualcomm Chip Unit Co-President Murthy Renduchintala to Leave Company

Qualcomm has seen significant pressure on its chip business and is looking to cut $1.4 billion in costs.

Sprint Launches Another 'Half Off' Deal, This Time Including T-Mobile

The fine print is key, though.

Sprint CEO Marcelo Claure Plans Big Price Move on Wednesday

The move comes even as Sprint seeks to cut $2 billion in costs.

With Layoffs Looming, Sprint Moves to Localize Its Sales Efforts

The company is shifting efforts that had been centralized at headquarters and divided by the type of customer being served.

Chamath Palihapitiya Is Raising Billions to Take On AT&T and Verizon

Right now, his startup Rama consists of six or seven people, a big idea and some cash.

Verizon Giving $6 Million to a Dozen Startups Using Mobile Technology to Save Lives

Lifeguard drones, farm animal trackers and smart baby onesies are among the finalists in this year's contest.

Sprint CEO to Cut Jobs by January 30, Vows Return to Profitability

As for layoffs, Claure tells Re/code his goal is to have them done before Jan. 30, when a new, less generous severance plan kicks in.

Sprint Posts Wider-Than-Expected Loss as $2 Billion in Cost Cuts Loom

The company also cut its full-year outlook, though it did at long last manage to add postpaid phone customers.

Verizon Says New Network Just for Internet-Connected Devices Will Dramatically Cut Costs

The company on Wednesday said it is testing a new network core, due to launch next year, that will pave the way for Internet-connected gadgets without a monthly fee.