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T-Mobile US, Inc. (symbol: TMUS) is a leading American wireless network operator headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, and Bellevue, Washington. The company is majority-owned by Deutsche Telekom AG, holding a 53.3% stake as of April 2023. T-Mobile has grown significantly through strategic mergers, including with MetroPCS in 2013 and Sprint in 2020, establishing itself as the second-largest wireless carrier in the U.S.
With a customer base of 77 million postpaid and 21 million prepaid phone users, T-Mobile commands around 30% of the U.S. retail wireless market. The company has also made significant inroads into the fixed-wireless broadband market, aggressively expanding since 2021 and now serving over 5 million residential and business customers.
In addition to its core wireless services, T-Mobile provides wholesale services to resellers, further diversifying its revenue streams. The company is known for its customer-centric approach, constantly innovating to deliver enhanced services and coverage. This focus on customer satisfaction has earned T-Mobile a robust market position and loyal customer base.
Recent achievements include the nationwide rollout of 5G services, partnerships to expand network capabilities, and initiatives to improve customer service and experience. Financially, T-Mobile continues to perform well, showing resilience and growth even in competitive and challenging market conditions. Through its strategic mergers and innovative services, T-Mobile remains a significant player in the telecommunications industry.
T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) has announced its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients, each receiving up to $50,000 for local development projects. This brings the total funding to over $14 million across 325 communities in 47 states since April 2021. The program has generated 86,000 volunteer hours to date.
Projects include renovating historic buildings, creating inclusive community spaces, and improving local infrastructure. T-Mobile's commitment extends beyond grants, with initiatives like Project 10Million addressing the digital divide and Friday Night 5G Lights offering a $2 million football field makeover to a small town high school.
The Un-carrier partners with Main Street America to select grant recipients based on community impact and feasibility. T-Mobile's efforts also include providing 5G Home Internet and Business Internet to ensure connectivity in rural areas.
T-Mobile (TMUS) has successfully conducted the first-ever wireless emergency alert (WEA) via satellite in the U.S., marking a significant breakthrough in emergency communications. This technology, developed in partnership with Starlink, will enable critical alerts to reach over 500,000 square miles of land currently inaccessible by traditional cell towers. The system uses Starlink's direct-to-smartphone satellites in low-earth orbit, effectively functioning as cell towers in space.
The test alert, simulating an evacuation notice, was sent 217 miles into space and received by a T-Mobile smartphone in seconds. This advancement has the potential to save lives in areas with cellular coverage, particularly during natural disasters like wildfires. T-Mobile plans to beta test the service before a commercial launch, with additional SpaceX launches scheduled to expand satellite coverage.
T-Mobile announces offers for the new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4. Customers can pre-order iPhones from September 13, with availability on September 20. Deals include:
- Free iPhone 16 Pro (up to $1000 off) with eligible trade-in on Go5G Next or Go5G Business Next plans
- Free iPhone 16 (up to $830 off) with eligible trade-in on Go5G Plus or Go5G Business Plus plans
- $200 back for each new line switched to Go5G Next or Go5G Plus (up to 4 lines)
- Four iPhone 16 devices and four lines for $25/line with eligible trade-ins
- $300 off a second Apple Watch when adding a new watch line
Metro by T-Mobile offers $300 off any iPhone 16 with eligible trade-in for new customers switching to Metro Flex Plus plan.
T-Mobile emphasizes the importance of disaster preparedness during National Preparedness Month, offering tips to help customers stay connected during emergencies. Key recommendations include:
- Making phones disaster-proof by programming emergency numbers and enabling battery-saving features
- Assembling a 'Go Bag' with essential supplies
- Creating a family emergency plan
T-Mobile highlights its network resilience efforts, including tower upgrades, expanded disaster response capabilities, and the introduction of the Community Support Advocates Program (CSAP). The company has supported communities affected by recent hurricanes and wildfires, providing Wi-Fi, power, and connectivity services. T-Mobile also offers Wireless Priority Service (WPS) for first responders and emergency officials at no cost.
T-Mobile's Project 10Million, a $10.7 billion education initiative, aims to bridge the digital divide by providing free internet connectivity and mobile hotspots to up to 10 million eligible student households. Launched in 2020, the program has already connected nearly 6 million students across the US, offering $6.4 billion in products and services by the end of last year. The initiative also provides school districts with free or heavily subsidized data plans and access to affordable laptops and tablets.
John Sousa, CIO of East Orange School District in New Jersey, highlights how Project 10Million has been important in addressing the digital divide exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provided approximately 3,800 hotspots to his district, ensuring seamless internet access for students. With 24 million US households still lacking reliable internet, Project 10Million continues to be a vital resource for families preparing for the upcoming school year.
T-Mobile has launched Friday Night 5G Lights, a program to support small-town high school football. The initiative offers a grand prize of a multi-million-dollar football field tech upgrade and $25,000 cash grants for 16 finalists. Schools can win $5,000 in weekly sweepstakes, with 300 schools set to benefit. The program, featuring NFL star Rob Gronkowski, has already received over 1,000 entries from high schools nationwide.
This initiative is part of T-Mobile's broader commitment to rural America, which includes expanding 5G coverage, doubling retail presence, and investing $25 million in 500 rural towns through the Hometown Grants program. The company has also worked on bridging the digital divide with Project 10Million and expanding broadband access.
Mint Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) has launched a new promotion targeting AT&T and Verizon customers. The offer allows new customers to buy one Mint Mobile plan and get up to four additional lines for free for three months. This move comes in response to AT&T's recent price increases for millions of customers.
Mint Mobile's plans start at $15/month and include unlimited talk, text, and data on T-Mobile's 5G network. Additional benefits include free talk, text, and 3GB of high-speed data in Canada, free calling to Canada and Mexico, and Scam Screener. The company emphasizes its commitment to affordable pricing and customer-first approach, contrasting with the industry's trend of increasing prices and hidden fees.
T-Mobile (TMUS) has activated emergency plans to maintain connectivity in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands as Tropical Storm Ernesto approaches. The company has deployed:
- COLTs and COWs for temporary service restoration
- Quick-deploy VSATs for broad coverage
- Microwave solutions for improved data usage
Most cell sites in the region have permanent backup power, with additional portable generators and fuel ready. T-Mobile is prepared to provide Wi-Fi, charging supplies, and flashlights to affected communities. The company is coordinating with federal, regional, and local officials, including FEMA and CISA. T-Mobile stores in the affected areas are currently closed, and the company is prioritizing employee safety.
T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) has announced exclusive deals for Google's new Pixel lineup, including the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 3. New and existing customers can get up to $1,000 off select Pixel devices when trading in or adding a line on eligible plans. T-Mobile is offering $100 off the Pixel 9 Pro and $200 off the Pixel 9 Pro XL without requiring a trade-in or new line.
The Un-carrier is also providing double storage at no extra cost for pre-orders of the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL. T-Mobile's network enables faster upload speeds for the new Pixel devices through four-carrier aggregation and uplink carrier aggregation on its standalone 5G network. The company highlights the Pixel's features combined with T-Mobile's travel benefits, streaming services, and business tools as key advantages for customers.
T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) has launched Partner Plus, a new channel subsidy program aimed at reducing the initial cost of 5G laptops and enterprise-grade 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) equipment from Cradlepoint. The program offers:
- Up to $400 subsidy credit and business savings per 5G laptop
- Up to $700 subsidy credit on eligible certified 5G Cradlepoint routers and adapters
- Additional savings of up to $900 from Cradlepoint on NetCloud Manager
T-Mobile has partnered with Ingram Micro, TD SYNNEX, and Cradlepoint to make 5G technology more accessible to businesses. The initiative aims to overcome cost barriers and accelerate the adoption of 5G solutions, offering enhanced security, improved productivity, and operational efficiencies.
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