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The Best 5G Phones for 2025
If you're looking for a phone that can connect to the newest and quickest cellular networks, here's what you need to know, along with the top 5G phones we've tested.
Fiber Is Fast, But 5G Home Internet Is More Appealing for One Reason
The latest report from J.D. Power has some interesting details about people's home internet preferences, including a surprisingly high level of satisfaction with DSL in some areas.
No mmWave, No Problem? iPhone 16e Keeps Up With iPhone 16 in Speed Tests
Even without millimeter-wave 5G, the iPhone 16e holds up against the iPhone 16 in download speeds and trumps it in upload speeds, according to Ookla Speedtest data.
T-Mobile Claims New 5G Download Speed Record
The carrier’s test combined carrier aggregation with Qualcomm’s latest 5G modem to hit 6.3Gbps.
What's the Fastest Wireless Network in the US?
T-Mobile is giving Verizon and AT&T a run for its money in the speed department. AT&T Fiber is the fastest fixed ISP, but Google Fiber is often on top for state- and city-specific results.
Apple iPhone SE Review
The Apple iPhone SE is Apple's most affordable phone, is the only one to still have Touch ID, and is relatively compact compared with Apple's newer iPhones. This earmarks it as a solid entry-level iPhone for people who don't need the latest thing.
$150.59
Boost Mobile Touts 5G Network Progress, Adds Sub-$100 5G Phone to Lineup
Boost also commits to investing more than $10 billion into its 5G network buildout.
AT&T Plays Catch-Up With Mobile Rivals, Offers Free Trial of Its Network
Like similar offers from T-Mobile and Verizon, AT&T's free trial taps the eSIM function on Apple iPhones, allowing people to switch between carriers over a 30-day period.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Chip Promises Faster 5G for Cheaper Phones
The latest mobile processor from Qualcomm aims to bring faster 5G, improved cameras, and more powerful entertainment features to low-cost phones.
Boost Mobile Unwraps New Plans As 5G Network Buildout Chugs Along
New plans start at $25 a month and feature unlimited data and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
T-Mobile Still Tops Rivals for 5G Availability, Download and Upload Speeds
Crowdsourced data from research firm Opensignal finds AT&T is best for service availability while Verizon leads at coverage.
T-Mobile to Buy Regional Carrier UScellular
The roughly $4.4 billion transaction will add UScellular customers to T-Mobile’s total.
T-Mobile Adds New Fixed Wireless Plans: One for Home, One for the Road
The carrier's 'Away' plan, pitched to campers and RV travelers, offers a choice of 200GB for $110 or unlimited data for $160.
Got an S22? Galaxy S24 Upgrade Offers Worthwhile Speed Boost, Ookla Finds
The Samsung Galaxy S24 lineup offers faster 5G download speeds than the Apple iPhone 15 and older Galaxy phones in several countries.
Verizon Rolls Out FCC-Mandated Broadband 'Nutrition Labels'
Verizon joins Google in providing shoppers with a standardized template to compare the price, speed, and data allowances of internet plans. All major providers must offer the same by April 10.
T-Mobile Lights Up New Spectrum, Promises 'Massive 5G Boost'
The 2.5GHz spectrum T-Mobile bought for $304 million will help it cover rural areas.
Hands On: The Samsung Galaxy S24 Is All About AI
Though still plenty powerful, the Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra are focused on AI for everything from visual search to photo editing. We got a chance to give some of their new features a spin.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Unpacked: How to Watch and What to Expect
The phone is expected on Jan. 17, and various leaks offer a peek at the potential specs.
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition Review
The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro Edition has everything you need to take your mobile gaming to the next level.
$1,780.99
First Look: The OnePlus 12 Has a Snapgragon 8 Gen 3, Charges in Under an Hour
The OnePlus 12 and 12R have powerful processors, ultra-fast charging, high-quality cameras, and eye-catching designs. We got a chance to get our hands on them for an early look.
