The Cell Phone Junkie

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #834

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Speculation surrounding this week's WWDC, Verizon brings eSIM functionality to unlocked devices, and T-Mobile launches Voice over New Radio. How to Co...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #833

30 May 2022

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Transitioning back west, Digital IDs, and communicating through space. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com [email protected] T...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #832

22 May 2022

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Qualcomm announces a pair of new Snapdragon processors, Verizon raising rates by a couple bucks, and more discussion about OS dominance. How to Contac...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #831

16 May 2022

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Google announces new hardware at I|O, AT&T launches location based routing of 911 calls, and looking at the past to predict the future. How to Contact...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #830

09 May 2022

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Apple starts making the move to its own modems, AT&T raises plan prices, and T-Mobile raises the bar on 5G home internet. How to Contact us:www.thecel...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #829

02 May 2022

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Musk buys Twitter, dual-SIM data switching, and using AirTags for vehicle tracking. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com questions@thecellphon...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #828

25 Apr 2022

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The FCC wants to investigate radio receiver interference, T-Mobile will launch the OnePlus Nord N20 5G next week, and Apple updates firmware for the M...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #827

17 Apr 2022

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Google Fi updates plans, Apple Watch may be more functional when the battery runs low, and self repairs for the Google Pixel. How to Contact us:www.th...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #826

10 Apr 2022

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Apple announces dates for WWDC 2022, Google updates multiple apps and services, and do you really need that new SIM? How to Contact us:www.thecellphon...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #825

04 Apr 2022

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The EU wants interoperable messaging platforms, Verizon and AT&T playing catch up with C-band deployments, and T-Mobile delays CDMA network shutdowns....

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #824

27 Mar 2022

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5G impacts battery life, 5G coverage gets better, and 5G now costs less. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com [email protected]...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #823

20 Mar 2022

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Ukraine carriers work to keep networks online, more iPhone 14 speculation, and Apple releases a slew of device updates. How to Contact us:www.thecellp...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #822

13 Mar 2022

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A new iPhone SE, a new iPad Air, and an update to Google's Messaging application. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com questions@thecellphonej...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #821

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New chips from Qualcomm, Verizon accelerates its mid-band 5G deployments and new Apple hardware this week. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.co...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #820

28 Feb 2022

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The reality of data caps, trouble for some Visible account holders, and a new flagship from Motorola. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com que...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #819

20 Feb 2022

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Worldwide data speeds put the hammer down, Apple soothes iCloud keychain pain, and the downside of the upstream. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejun...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #818

13 Feb 2022

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Samsung announces the Galaxy S22 series, Apple announces Tap to Pay on iPhone, and a deeper dive into battery maintenance options for Android handsets...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #817

06 Feb 2022

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The Open App Markets Act progresses through the Senate, Verizon moves to 3-year contracts, and more details emerge about the next generation iPhone SE...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #816

30 Jan 2022

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More 5G wins for T-Mobile, more features on the horizon with iOS 15.3, and choosing an eSIM when traveling internationally. How to Contact us:www.thec...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #815

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

AT&T and Verizon launch mid-band 5G, considering the Open App Markets Act, and using a Dual SIM device. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com q...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #814

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The FAA and FCC reach agreement regarding the C-band spectrum, trouble with Apple's Private Relay, and not all mid-band is created equal. How to Conta...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #813

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More drama around the launch of 5G in the C-band, new hardware shown off at CES, and Samsung turns to RF harvesting. How to Contact us:www.thecellphon...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #812

02 Jan 2022

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5G explained, another data breach for T-Mobile and support for legacy BlackBerry devices runs out. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com questi...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #811

26 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Battery charging tips, the FCC announces a settlement over failed 911 calls, and aircraft manufacturers ask the DOT to delay C-band deployment for 5G....

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #810

19 Dec 2021

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Rumors of a 3rd generation iPhone SE, Stingray use under scrutiny, and Apple releases iOS 15.2. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com question...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #809

13 Dec 2021

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The FAA releases safety directives surrounding interference when flying in areas with 5G C-Band signals, the UK announces 2G and 3G network sunset pla...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #808

05 Dec 2021

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Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the FTC looks to block the acquisition of Arm by Nvidia, and T-Mobile's mid-band 5G coverage is now nationw...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #807

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mobile phones and tracking down insurrectionists, Qualcomm shakes up Snapdragon branding, and Apple may be ready with its own modem by 2023. How to Co...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #806

21 Nov 2021

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Apple announces a new Self Service Repair Online Store, pushing back on the C-band deployment delay, and T-Mobile hits their Ultra Capacity rollout go...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #805

15 Nov 2021

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The $1.2B US Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act means big investments for broadband, more products see Find My support through Apple's AirTags tec...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #804

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Making the case to use Mail for iOS, AT&T and Verizon agree to delay the launch of 5G in the C-Band, and T-Mobile provides all T-Mobile and Sprint cus...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #803

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm announces next years smartphone chips, Verizon partners with Amazon on the Project Kuiper satellite internet constellation, and Apple release...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #802

24 Oct 2021

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Apple gets Unleashed, Google chooses Flagship, and Samsung does Bespoke. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com [email protected]...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #801

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Opensignal confirms T-Mobile as the fastest US mobile network, Apple extends the AirPods repair program, and what to do when your SlingBox stops worki...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #800

10 Oct 2021

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Text message router Syniverse reveals database hack, Apple Watch Series 7, and 800 episodes of The Cell Phone Junkie. How to Contact us: www.thecellph...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #799

03 Oct 2021

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The USB Implementers Forum attempts to unify branding for USB Type-C, the FCC proposes new rules to crack down on SIM swap fraud, and week 2 with iOS ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #798

27 Sep 2021

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Europe wants to standardize USB-C, iOS 15 first impressions, and will a new phone help with dead zones. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #797

20 Sep 2021

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Apple announces the iPhone 13, the Apple Watch Series 7, and multiple new iPads. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com questions@thecellphonej...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #796

13 Sep 2021

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A judge rules that Apple must let developers offer third party payments, Verizon expands 5G Ultra Wideband connectivity to nearly all NFL stadiums, an...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #795

06 Sep 2021

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Digital IDs are coming soon, rumors of satellite tech for iPhones, and changes to Apple's digital security services and subscriptions. How to Contact ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #794

29 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

T-Mobile wins as PCMag's fastest mobile network, new leaked details about the Apple Watch Series 7, and things you can do to protect yourself followin...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #793

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

T-Mobile in hot water over claims following it's merger with Sprint, a data breach causes other headaches for T-Mobile, and new Android hardware from ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #792

15 Aug 2021

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Vodafone prepares to restart roaming charges, a triad of Senators introduce legislation on app stores regulation, and Samsung announces the Z Fold3 an...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #791

08 Aug 2021

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Verizon rolls out 5G business to more cities, T-Mobile plans to shut down the Sprint LTE network next year, and Google releases details of the Pixel 6...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #790

01 Aug 2021

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Apple reports and beats quarterly earnings, T-Mobile announces mid-band 5G coverage for half the US, and new hardware from Nokia. How to Contact us: w...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #789

25 Jul 2021

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Apple reaches Google in US smartphone parity, Verizon joins the Messages by Google RCS gang, and Apple releases iOS 14.7. How to Contact us: www.thece...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #788

19 Jul 2021

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Apple announces the MagSafe Battery Pack, Microsoft unveils Windows 365 and 15 years of The Cell Phone Junkie. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunk...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #787

12 Jul 2021

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Qualcomm and Asus announce the Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders, OnePlus announces a new Android update policy, and maintaining a persistent date in...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #786

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

AT&T chooses Google Messages, Apple launches iOS15 public betas, and T-Mobile leverages eSIM to try before you buy. How to Contact us: www.thecellphon...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #785

27 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Half of the world owns a smartphone, rumors about a next generation iPhone SE, and summer is here, and so are a few travel tips. How to Contact us: ww...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #784

20 Jun 2021

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Average mobile data usage now exceeds 10GB per month, T-Mobile enables priority access to first responders, and the Beats Studio Buds are announced. H...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #783

13 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All the updates from the WWDC Keynote, President Biden rolls back restrictions targeting TikTok and WeChat, and Motorola announces the moto g stylus 5...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #782

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

15% of US Adults are now mobile-only internet users, Google announces Pixel Buds A-Series, and Evernote adds task management. How to Contact us: www.t...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #781

30 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Details emerge regarding WWDC 2021, iPad OS limitations continue to disappoint, and the future of chargers is GaN. How to Contact us: www.thecellphone...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #780

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

AT&T splits with WarnerMedia, Qualcomm attempts to fill the semiconductor gap, and Google announces Android 12. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejun...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #779

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The DoD accused of tracking US citizens without warrants, Asus announces the Zenphone 8, and Nokia announces a feature phone for Verizon. How to Conta...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #778

10 May 2021

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A campaign is exposed to repeal net neutrality rules, T-Mobile approaching 50% POPs coverage with mid-band 5G, and Google announces requirements for d...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #777

02 May 2021

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Cellebrite legal challenges, 5G performance metrics, and T-Mobile announces the SyncUP Tracker to compete with AirTags. How to Contact us: www.thecell...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #776

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All the news from Apple's Spring Loaded event, Verizon launches 5G Ultra Wideband in new cities, and Samsung announces Galaxy Upcycling at Home. How t...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #775

19 Apr 2021

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Apple announces its spring 2021 event, San Francisco's clipper card moves to express transit mode, and Spotify teases its Car Thing. How to Contact us...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #774

12 Apr 2021

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LG leaves the phone sector, 5G Home internet service starts to take shape, and Apple opens up Find My iPhone to non-Apple devices. How to Contact us: ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #773

04 Apr 2021

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eSIM connected devices to double by 2025, Verizon to sunset CDMA at the end of 2022, and T-Mobile goes all in with Google's Messaging App for Android....

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #772

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 780G, T-Mobile completes STIR/SHAKEN implementation with all US networks, and OnePlus unveils the OnePlus 9. How to ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #771

22 Mar 2021

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Apple and Google start surfacing vaccine locations in their respective maps applications, Nubia announces the RedMagic 6, and what to do about FaceTim...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #770

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Congress passes the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act this week, get ready to pay more for 5G on Verizon and Google Voice gets ready to ditc...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #769

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon Sound, T-Mobile entices enterprise customers to work from anywhere, and Apple makes it easier to export your photos. How...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #768

01 Mar 2021

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Clipper Card goes digital, T-Mobile raises the bar on unlimited, and Google lets you schedule when to send text messages. How to Contact us: www.thece...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #767

21 Feb 2021

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Essential is now Nothing, Apple will handle more repairs in-house, and Google releases a preview of Android 12 to developers. How to Contact us: www.t...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #766

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple Car rumors make a 180, new options from MVNO Visible, and what happens to phones when they get traded in. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejun...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #765

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple Car rumors continue to swirl, the future of smartphone photography may come down to flat lens technology, and Apple wants to let your Watch unlo...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #764

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who's leading the 5G race in the US, Apple reports record holiday quarter results, and Verizon kicks mmWave deployments into high gear. How to Contact...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #763

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 870, the future of Apple laptops could look a lot like the iPad, and Google redesigning search on mobile. How to Con...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #762

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm acquires Nuvia, Samsung unveils its S21 series, and Microsoft updates its iPad Office apps. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com que...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #761

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Verizon shifts course and won't shut down it's 3G network yet, a new iPhone SE may be on the horizon for Q2, and the Galaxy S21 arrives this week. How...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #760

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The latest federal government stimulus bill includes broadband subsidies for schools and small businesses, T-Mobile stops activating CDMA-only devices...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #759

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's newest iOS privacy feature rolling out soon, Xiaomi will become the latest company to remove chargers from the box, and how to upgrade from Sp...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #758

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm and Google collaborate on enhance Project Treble, Apple releases iOS 14.3, and 5G terms explained. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie....

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #757

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Troubleshooting Apple Watch Battery issues, T-Mobile announces a standalone 5G hotspot and plans, and Apple announces AirPods Max. How to Contact us: ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #756

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The FCC will have a new commissioner in January, Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 888, and HD Facetime comes to the iPhone. How to Contact us: www.th...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #755

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

GPS is about to get a major upgrade, the FCC kills a proposal to allow in-flight calling on planes, and how to use cellular as your primary connection...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #754

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verizon entices enterprise users with its new Fleet Swap program, T-Mobile implements 3 digit dialing for mental health support, and discussing 3rd pa...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #753

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

T-Mobile expands it's home internet program, Google Photos sun-setting free unlimited uploads, and the end of an era for Slingbox. How to Contact us: ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #752

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Qualcomm reports quarterly earnings, Spotify begins streaming support on the Apple Watch, and Apple releases iOS 14.2. How to Contact us: www.thecellp...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #751

01 Nov 2020

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Apple releases quarterly earnings, T-Mobile announces TVision streaming television, and more comments about home phone replacements. How to Contact us...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #750

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hands on with the iPhone 12, the UK updates laws regarding phone usage while driving, and what plan to get when all you really need is minutes. How to...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #749

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Apple announces 4 new iPhones, Florida drivers will soon have virtual licenses, and OnePlus revealed the OnePlus 8T. How to Contact us: www.thecellpho...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #748

11 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's iPhone 12 is almost here, T-Mobile's successful 5G NR session using carrier aggregation, and Spotify now lets you search by lyrics. How to Con...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #747

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

New York announces their COVID notification app, Google announces its 5G Pixel phones for 2020, and Battery Charging 101. How to Contact us: www.thece...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #746

27 Sep 2020

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Qualcomm announces a new 7-series gaming chip, Samsung shows off a more affordable Galaxy S20 phone, and Amazon announces Luna. How to Contact us: www...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #745

21 Sep 2020

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Nvidia acquires Arm, Verizon acquires Tracfone, and all the news out of Apple's fall 2020 event. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com questio...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #744

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Google announces Android 11, a special Apple event this week, and Motorola launches it's 2020 razr. How to Contact us: www.thecellphonejunkie.com ques...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #743

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Apple and Google announce Exposure Notifications Express, T-Mobile goes live with mid-band 5G, and DC Metro cards get added to Express Transit. How to...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #742

31 Aug 2020

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The ongoing legal drama between Epic Games and Apple, the US trails in 5G data speeds, and rumors of an AirPower replacement. How to Contact us: www.t...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #741

23 Aug 2020

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The US Secret Service buys smartphone location data, Apple gives customers more time to purchase AppleCare, and Evernote Premium explained. How to Con...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #740

16 Aug 2020

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Diving deep on the iPad Magic Keyboard, Microsoft finally launches the the Surface Duo, and multiple Android updates from Google. How to Contact us: w...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #739

09 Aug 2020

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Virginia adopts the Exposure Notification API, T-Mobile enables standalone mode on it's 5G network, and Samsung announces the Galaxy Note20. How to Co...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #738

02 Aug 2020

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Qualcomm announces Quick Charge 5, iPhone 12 delays, and updates to the Apple/Google Exposure Notifications System. How to Contact us: www.thecellphon...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #737

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

T-Mobile reveals plans for its 5G new radio Standalone technology, the iPhone SE is attracting Android switchers, and Major League Baseball relies on ...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #736

20 Jul 2020

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Apple settles its class action lawsuit about iPhone performance, T-Mobile announces ScanShield, and half a dozen new sub-$300 entry level devices. How...

The Cell Phone Junkie Show #735

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 3GPP releases the latest standard for 5G NR, Apple may include less in the box with your next iPhone, and the iOS 14 public beta is out. How to Co...