pixel 5 Verizon Pixel 5 Gains Wider 5G Network Access in November Update A delayed November software update finally enables the Pixel 5 on Verizon to connect to the carrier's broader 5G Nationwide network. The expansion moves users beyond the limited mmWave coverage to reach over 200 million people.
huawei Huawei Sues Verizon Over Unauthorized Use of Network Patents Huawei files a lawsuit against Verizon, accusing the US carrier of using 12 of its network technology patents without permission. The legal action highlights ongoing tensions between the Chinese tech giant and American companies.
verizon Verizon's BlueJeans Acquisition Aims Beyond Remote Work Shift Verizon acquires enterprise video-conferencing tool BlueJeans for under $500 million, a deal that started long before the pandemic. The telecom giant plans to leverage its 5G network to advance the platform far beyond current work-from-home needs.
verizon Verizon Acquires BlueJeans Network to Boost 5G and Enterprise Communications Verizon purchases B2B videoconferencing company BlueJeans Network for under $500 million to enhance its unified communications portfolio. The acquisition allows Verizon to integrate enterprise-grade video directly into its 5G product roadmap.
sprint Unprotected Cloud Server Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Cell Phone Bills A Sprint marketing contractor leaves over 261,000 cell phone bills from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile customers on an unsecured AWS server. The exposed data includes highly sensitive information like names, addresses, and even account passwords.
motorola Motorola Revives Iconic RAZR as a $1,500 Design-First Foldable Motorola brings back the legendary RAZR as a compact foldable smartphone that prioritizes sleek design over flagship specs. The $1,500 device shrinks a full-size screen into a pocket-friendly package instead of expanding into a tablet.
verizon Verizon Acquires Fading VR Startup Jaunt's Tech Assets Verizon picks up the technology assets of Disney-backed virtual reality startup Jaunt after the company struggles to find a sustainable business model. The deal includes both Jaunt's older VR tech and newer augmented reality efforts, though no employees are joining Verizon.
t-mobile T-Mobile Resolves Nationwide Voice and Text Outage After Four Hours T-Mobile experiences a major nationwide outage that prevents customers from making calls and sending texts, though mobile data remains unaffected. The company resolves the issue after four hours without disclosing the exact cause.
tumblr Automattic Acquires Tumblr for Fraction of Original Billion-Dollar Price WordPress parent company Automattic purchases the struggling blogging platform Tumblr from Verizon for a reported sum well below $20 million. The deal brings 200 staffers over to Automattic as Tumblr seeks to rebuild its once-dominant community.
internet outages A Terrible Month of Massive Internet Outages Strikes Major Tech Firms Millions of internet users experience major disruptions as a string of unrelated outages hit tech giants like Google and Cloudflare. Routine configuration errors, network route leaks, and damaged cables cause widespread service breakdowns throughout June and early July.
disney plus Disney Plus Reaches 10 Million Sign-Ups on Launch Day Disney announces that its new streaming service Disney Plus officially surpasses 10 million sign-ups just one day after its initial launch.
fcc FCC Clears Path for Default Robocall Blocking, Stops Short of Mandating Free Service The FCC officially votes to encourage carriers to enable robocall blocking by default, removing regulatory uncertainty. However, the measure does not require carriers to offer this protection for free.
verizon Verizon Media Group Cuts 800 Jobs in Strategic Restructuring Verizon Media Group lays off about 800 employees as it shifts focus to three core business priorities. The cuts follow a massive writedown and the retirement of the Oath brand name.
motorola Lenovo Reportedly Revives Motorola Razr as $1500 Foldable Lenovo plans to bring back the iconic Motorola Razr as a premium foldable smartphone with a hefty $1,500 price tag. The device reportedly heads to Verizon this year, though its high cost raises questions about mainstream consumer appeal.
ces 2019 CES 2019 Highlights How AI and 5G Will Reshape Global Industries CES 2019 demonstrates that artificial intelligence and 5G networks are poised to revolutionize everyday life and business operations. The massive tech event features over 4,500 exhibitors showcasing innovations across mobility, healthcare, and smart cities.