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Phone Arena
3 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
T-Mobile has 'the best network in America', and America couldn't care less
Monday, June 23, 2025 was supposed to be a big day for T-Mobile. Five years after the official completion of a merger that transformed the US wireless industry as it was known in 2020, Magenta earned the nation's "best mobile network" prize from Ookla, celebrating its latest momentous achievement by adding even more value to its "most popular" plans and confirming the highly anticipated T-Satellite nationwide launch date. But what would have been a noisy and attention-grabbing "Un-carrier" event just a few years ago ended up looking like little more than another typical Monday at the office for CEO Mike Sievert, COO Srini Gopalan, and President of Marketing, Strategy, and Products Mike Katz (seen below trying their best to hype up an ultimately largely meaningless marketing label). Before I let you all answer that for yourselves, I'd like to try to guess some of the reasons why T-Mobile customers no longer seem as interested (and as impressed) as they used to be by such titles as the one bestowed by Ookla. By the way, I'm not just saying that, instead basing my assessment on the relatively poor views figures generated by our article detailing T-Mo's latest win over Verizon and AT&T and the general indifference with which the otherwise super-vocal Redditors on the "Un-official subreddit of the Re-carrier" received the big news at the beginning of the week. This almost looks like a parody of an Un-carrier event from back in the good old days. | Image Credit -- T-Mobile Let's not beat it around the bush, you're far more open to debating and commenting on things like new plans, revised plan features and conditions, as well as every little detail concerning the universally reviled T-Life app, than the results of hundreds of millions of network speed and reliability tests performed across the nation. And I feel like the simplest explanation could also be the most valid - no one cares about the other guy (or girl), let alone a theoretical user. That's obviously the problem with all these studies conducted by Ookla, Opensignal, RootMetrics, and any other such independent analytics firm. As vast and as scientific as their experiments may be, they're still theoretical and thus not representative of your individual user experience. And unfortunately for T-Mobile , all the network performance trophies collected in the last half a decade don't seem to have done much to silence the criticism from individual customers with specific coverage issues that simply won't go away and underwhelming speeds that look unable to get better. Several_Resolution92 on Reddit, June 23, 2025 While the number of T-Mo subscribers complaining of various problems every... single... time the "Un-carrier" wins a new gold ribbon is by no means large in the grand scheme of things, I can totally understand if your distrust in the real-world relevance of speed and network availability tests is fueled by these negative comments... or your own sub-par experience. After all, who cares if some people can (theoretically) squeeze 200+ Mbps download speed averages out of their T-Mobile phones when you barely hit 20 or 30 Mbps most of the time? As odd as it may sound, I feel like the completely opposite explanation can also work, as T-Mobile , Verizon , and AT&T have all improved both their speeds and coverage over the last few years to such a remarkable degree that the competition for first place in Ookla reports no longer matters to most people. After all, not everybody needs 200 Mbps downloads to be happy, and as long as you can typically hit 50 or 60 Mbps, you might not care if the weather is (slightly) warmer on the other side. No matter the reason for your indifference, it's pretty clear that Magenta has to give (most of) its customers something else than empty titles, generic achievements, and big numbers that may or may not coincide with a user's real network experience. Something better, something more palpable, and something with a clearer and bigger value for one's day-to-day life. What must worry T-Mo's powers that be the most is the positive attention Verizon has been generating for a little while now, culminating with a "Project 624" announcement that felt pretty underwhelming to me personally, but that was surprisingly well-received on Reddit and other places around the web. Of course, those gift cards helped, and so did a new T-Mobile-style promotion. That's right, Verizon is so very clearly taking pages, nay, entire chapters from the old "Un-carrier" playbook that T-Mobile absolutely needs to rethink its ways and go back to its roots before it becomes an underdog again. And that needs to happen yesterday! Switch to Total 5G+ Unlimited 3-Month plan or Total 5G Unlimited and get a free iPhone. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
It's Official: T-Mobile Has the Best Network in America
An underdog story 12 years in the making, the Un-carrier becomes the undisputed industry leader, giving customers both the best mobile network and the best value in wireless, saving people at least 20% compared to AT&T and Verizon on plans and benefits To celebrate, T-Mobile readies T-Satellite launch and serves up its latest benefit — a free year of DashPass by DoorDash — only available with the nation's Best Network BELLEVUE, Wash., June 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, during a live event, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) CEO Mike Sievert, COO Srini Gopalan and Mike Katz, President, Marketing, Strategy and Products, ushered in a new era for the wireless industry, announcing that T-Mobile is now officially the Best Mobile Network in America. This milestone comes as Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, named T-Mobile the Best Network in one of the biggest ever U.S.-based network tests of its kind. "From the time I joined T-Mobile 12 years ago, we've been on a mission to build a network that puts customers first, not just to meet today's needs, but to power everything the future brings," said Mike Sievert, CEO, T-Mobile. "We made big bets on 5G, pushing the limits to deliver speed and coverage no one thought possible. Now, as the Best Mobile Network in America, with unmatched satellite-to-mobile capability, it's clear we're shaping the future of wireless with a network built not just for speed, but for possibility — and We. Won't. Stop. Because ensuring our network stays the best for our T-Mobile members is a mission that is never done." Backed by half a billion real world tests on millions of devices, the results reflect how people actually use their phones for things like video streaming, web browsing and more. By measuring both speed and experience, Ookla confirmed T-Mobile's position at the top, surpassing both AT&T and Verizon. At the livestreamed event, the company shared that T-Mobile's innovative satellite-to-mobile service, T-Satellite with Starlink, will be commercially available on July 23 and will include SMS texting, MMS, picture messaging and short audio clips. In addition, the company shared that on Oct. 1, T-Satellite will launch a data service to allow application experiences on the satellite network. After more than a decade of strategic investment and innovation, T-Mobile now leads not only in 5G, but in overall network experience and maintains its role as the value leader in the industry. And beginning July 8, T-Mobile is adding even more value to most of its plans with free DashPass, DoorDash's membership program that allows members to score $0 delivery charges and reduced service fees on eligible orders. Finally, to make it easy for people to make the switch to T-Mobile, the company is introducing Easy Upgrade, a value-packed, simple path to leaving the carriers behind and joining America's Best Mobile Network. T-Satellite Launches Nationwide July 23 As part of T-Mobile's mission to be the best in the world at connecting customers to their world, the company set out to eliminate mobile dead zones for good — and now, it's taking a major step forward. On July 23, T-Satellite will go live commercially, extending coverage into more than 500,000 square miles of U.S. territory that traditional cell towers can't reach, including Verizon and AT&T. With T-Satellite, T-Mobile is the first and only wireless provider in the U.S. with a satellite-to-mobile network that automatically connects to most smartphones made in the last four years, with no special equipment or setup required. With over 657 Starlink direct-to-cell satellites already in orbit, the beta program has been incredibly successful, with nearly 1.8 million users, including tens of thousands of customers from Verizon and AT&T. More than a million messages have been sent from areas unreachable by any terrestrial provider, from national parks and oil fields to remote corners of the country. And perhaps most telling, three times more messages have been received than sent, demonstrating that if you don't automatically connect, you aren't really connected. At launch, T-Satellite will support SMS for both Android and iOS subscribers, as well as MMS picture messaging and short audio clips for Android, with iOS support to follow. And for the first time, starting Oct. 1, a data-based service will go live! To ensure the best possible experience for customers on satellite, T-Mobile is working with a select group of the best, most widely used application providers in the categories most important to people traveling in parts unknown. We anticipate satellite enabled apps from AccuWeather, AllTrails, Apple, Google, WhatsApp and X, among many others in the future. Any app developer interested in how to get their app optimized for satellite data can email SatelliteApps@ T-Satellite will be included at no extra cost with T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. For everyone else — including AT&T and Verizon customers — the service will be available for just $10 per month. At launch the service includes 911 texting via satellite. Later this year, T-Satellite will provide 911 texting service to any mobile customer with a compatible device, regardless of carrier or whether or not they are subscribed to the service. Because everyone deserves peace of mind when they're off the grid. Free DashPass by DoorDash At T-Mobile, being a customer means more — it's like being a member of an exclusive club where the only requirement is choosing the Un-carrier. It's getting industry-leading value and a world-class experience on top of wireless service on America's Best Mobile Network. That's Magenta Status — and it all starts from day one. And, starting July 8, customers on our most popular plans are getting more: free DashPass — a $120 value — unlocking the most affordable way to order on DoorDash with $0 delivery fees, reduced service fees and exclusive offers on eligible orders from hundreds of thousands of local stores nationwide, along with rideshare partner discounts and benefits. Eligible customers can claim this offer via T-Mobile Tuesdays in the T-Life app through Aug. 4, joining over 22 million consumers already part of DoorDash's membership programs worldwide. With this new partnership, T-Mobile customers can expect this perk to return next year, too. Better yet, T-Mobile is introducing this benefit just in time for Summer of DashPass, DoorDash's biggest annual savings event for DashPass members running from June 26 through July 30, featuring thousands of exclusive, limited-time deals with up to 25-50% off on meals, groceries, electronics, summer essentials and more. DashPass is just one of the many perks that are part of the Un-carrier treatment, which also delivers access to the best entertainment bundle in wireless with Apple TV+, Hulu and Netflix all on Us plus free season-long subscriptions to MLS Season Pass and when available. Customers can also get free in-flight Wi-Fi and free international data in over 215 countries and destinations, exclusive hotel and rental car perks, T-Satellite connectivity access, exclusive ticket access and premium experiences at thousands of concerts and festivals nationwide, weekly perks through T-Mobile Tuesdays and even more. All on top of wireless with America's Best Network. And on T-Mobile's most value-packed plan, Experience Beyond, members can upgrade their devices every year and get a five-year price guarantee on talk, text and 5G data. All of these benefits mean families get $200/line in added value every single month and savings of at least 20% compared to similar plans plus benefits from AT&T and Verizon. Customers can manage their plan, access their benefits and explore the latest devices through the T-Life app on Android and iOS. Built to simplify the T-Mobile experience, T-Life brings everything together for customers in one place. This means easy access to all things T-Mobile, including all the goodness that comes with Magenta Status. "For years, wireless customers were forced to choose between the best network and the best value — but that ends today, with the proof to back up what we've been saying for a long time," said Mike Katz, President, Marketing, Strategy and Products, T-Mobile. "With T-Mobile, Magenta Status means you can get it all: the best mobile network in America, a world-class experience and the best value in wireless with exclusive benefits like a free year of DashPass, T-Satellite connectivity and other one-of-a-kind perks you won't find anywhere else. It's everything you should expect from your wireless provider and more, just for being with us." Introducing the Easy Upgrade For Verizon and AT&T customers who may have chosen their carriers in the way-back times because they wanted to be with the best network, T-Mobile is making it easier than ever for them to come and join the actual best network. Introducing Easy Upgrade — where the Un-carrier gives people the choice for how they want to ditch their current carrier and come to T-Mobile and save at least 20% vs. Verizon and AT&T on similar plans plus benefits. You can choose to get your phone paid off (up to $800) and get a new iPhone Pro on Us without a trade OR bring the whole family and T-Mobile will help you pay off four phones and get four iPhone 16s on Us — all for $100/month. On top of all of that, T-Mobile will guarantee your plan price for talk, text and 5G data for five years. And you will (finally) be on the BEST NETWORK IN AMERICA, PERIOD. Customers who are ready to be with the best network in America can visit here. Metro by T-Mobile customers are also getting more value as part of the Best Network celebration. Starting June 26, customers on Metro's most popular plans will continue to get unlimited 5G data and now get even more premium data: $50 w/AutoPay Plan: Premium data jumping from 35GB to 50GB $60 w/AutoPay Plan: Premium data doubling from 35GB to 70GB It's all part of Metro's commitment to value and simplicity — helping customers stream, share and connect with fewer slowdowns and more freedom, all backed by T-Mobile's network. Learn more here. Check out America's Best Network here. Follow the T-Mobile Newsroom on X and Instagram to catch the latest company updates. Best network: Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data Q4 2024–Q1 2025. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. Free Year of DashPass: Qualifying plan required. Must redeem by 8/4/25. Limit 1/account. After free 12-months, DashPass subscription will auto-renew at then-current annual rate (currently $96.00/year), unless canceled. DashPass benefits apply only on eligible orders from DashPass merchants that meet the minimum subtotal requirement, excluding fees and taxes. Subtotal minimums will be identified for each DashPass merchant on DoorDash. Other fees (including service fee), taxes, and gratuity still apply. See DashPass terms here. $120 value based on the total of 12 months of the DashPass monthly plan subscription at $9.99/month. 22 Million DashPass members: Includes DashPass and Wolt+ members as of December 2024. T-Satellite: Developing technology available in most areas, most of the time; ultimately available in most outdoor areas where you can see the sky. $10/mo. for service beginning in July 2025 and renews automatically each month until cancelled. Cancel anytime in the T-Life App. $200 in value: Based on the retail value of monthly benefits available with an Experience Beyond plan, like entertainment, travel benefits, and scam call protection. See plan details for full included benefits. Some benefits may require activation. 20% Savings with 3rd line free via mo. bill credits vs. comparable available plans plus optional streaming and in-flight wi-fi; plan features and taxes & fees vary. 5-year price guarantee: Exclusions like taxes & fees apply. Guarantee means that we won't change the price of talk, text, and 5G smartphone data on our network for at least 5 years while you are on an Experience plan. Price guarantee also applies to price for data on wearable/tablet/mobile internet lines added to your plan. Taxes & fees, per-use charges, plan add-ons, third-party services, and network management practices aren't included in the price guarantee. This guarantee starts when you activate or switch to an Experience plan and doesn't restart if you add a line or change plans after that. Easy Upgrade: Allow 15 days for card. New financed smartphone, qualifying credit, port-in from eligible postpaid carrier and qualifying service required. Carrier's Early Termination Fee and remaining device balance, including lease purchase option, up to $800, paid via virtual prepaid Mastercard®(no cash access & expires in 6 months). Up to 4 lines. Card issued by Sunrise Banks N.A., Member FDIC. Metro Unlimited Data: If you use more than your monthly allotment of premium data you'll experience slower speeds when network is busy, and Metro customers may experience slower speeds than T-Mobile due to prioritization. About T-Mobile T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America's supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile's customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. 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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
It's Official: T-Mobile Has the Best Network in America
BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, during a live event, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) CEO Mike Sievert, COO Srini Gopalan and Mike Katz, President, Marketing, Strategy and Products, ushered in a new era for the wireless industry, announcing that T-Mobile is now officially the Best Mobile Network in America. This milestone comes as Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, named T-Mobile the Best Network in one of the biggest ever U.S.-based network tests of its kind. 'From the time I joined T-Mobile 12 years ago, we've been on a mission to build a network that puts customers first, not just to meet today's needs, but to power everything the future brings,' said Mike Sievert, CEO, T-Mobile. 'We made big bets on 5G, pushing the limits to deliver speed and coverage no one thought possible. Now, as the Best Mobile Network in America, with unmatched satellite-to-mobile capability, it's clear we're shaping the future of wireless with a network built not just for speed, but for possibility — and We. Won't. Stop. Because ensuring our network stays the best for our T-Mobile members is a mission that is never done.' Backed by half a billion real world tests on millions of devices, the results reflect how people actually use their phones for things like video streaming, web browsing and more. By measuring both speed and experience, Ookla confirmed T-Mobile's position at the top, surpassing both AT&T and Verizon. At the livestreamed event, the company shared that T-Mobile's innovative satellite-to-mobile service, T-Satellite with Starlink, will be commercially available on July 23 and will include SMS texting, MMS, picture messaging and short audio clips. In addition, the company shared that on Oct. 1, T-Satellite will launch a data service to allow application experiences on the satellite network. After more than a decade of strategic investment and innovation, T-Mobile now leads not only in 5G, but in overall network experience and maintains its role as the value leader in the industry. And beginning July 8, T-Mobile is adding even more value to most of its plans with free DashPass, DoorDash's membership program that allows members to score $0 delivery charges and reduced service fees on eligible orders. Finally, to make it easy for people to make the switch to T-Mobile, the company is introducing Easy Upgrade, a value-packed, simple path to leaving the carriers behind and joining America's Best Mobile Network. T-Satellite Launches Nationwide July 23 As part of T-Mobile's mission to be the best in the world at connecting customers to their world, the company set out to eliminate mobile dead zones for good — and now, it's taking a major step forward. On July 23, T-Satellite will go live commercially, extending coverage into more than 500,000 square miles of U.S. territory that traditional cell towers can't reach, including Verizon and AT&T. With T-Satellite, T-Mobile is the first and only wireless provider in the U.S. with a satellite-to-mobile network that automatically connects to most smartphones made in the last four years, with no special equipment or setup required. With over 657 Starlink direct-to-cell satellites already in orbit, the beta program has been incredibly successful, with nearly 1.8 million users, including tens of thousands of customers from Verizon and AT&T. More than a million messages have been sent from areas unreachable by any terrestrial provider, from national parks and oil fields to remote corners of the country. And perhaps most telling, three times more messages have been received than sent, demonstrating that if you don't automatically connect, you aren't really connected. At launch, T-Satellite will support SMS for both Android and iOS subscribers, as well as MMS picture messaging and short audio clips for Android, with iOS support to follow. And for the first time, starting Oct. 1, a data-based service will go live! To ensure the best possible experience for customers on satellite, T-Mobile is working with a select group of the best, most widely used application providers in the categories most important to people traveling in parts unknown. We anticipate satellite enabled apps from AccuWeather, AllTrails, Apple, Google, WhatsApp and X, among many others in the future. Any app developer interested in how to get their app optimized for satellite data can email SatelliteApps@ T-Satellite will be included at no extra cost with T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. For everyone else — including AT&T and Verizon customers — the service will be available for just $10 per month. At launch the service includes 911 texting via satellite. Later this year, T-Satellite will provide 911 texting service to any mobile customer with a compatible device, regardless of carrier or whether or not they are subscribed to the service. Because everyone deserves peace of mind when they're off the grid. Free DashPass by DoorDash At T-Mobile, being a customer means more — it's like being a member of an exclusive club where the only requirement is choosing the Un-carrier. It's getting industry-leading value and a world-class experience on top of wireless service on America's Best Mobile Network. That's Magenta Status — and it all starts from day one. And, starting July 8, customers on our most popular plans are getting more: free DashPass — a $120 value — unlocking the most affordable way to order on DoorDash with $0 delivery fees, reduced service fees and exclusive offers on eligible orders from hundreds of thousands of local stores nationwide, along with rideshare partner discounts and benefits. Eligible customers can claim this offer via T-Mobile Tuesdays in the T-Life app through Aug. 4, joining over 22 million consumers already part of DoorDash's membership programs worldwide. With this new partnership, T-Mobile customers can expect this perk to return next year, too. Better yet, T-Mobile is introducing this benefit just in time for Summer of DashPass, DoorDash's biggest annual savings event for DashPass members running from June 26 through July 30, featuring thousands of exclusive, limited-time deals with up to 25-50% off on meals, groceries, electronics, summer essentials and more. DashPass is just one of the many perks that are part of the Un-carrier treatment, which also delivers access to the best entertainment bundle in wireless with Apple TV+, Hulu and Netflix all on Us plus free season-long subscriptions to MLS Season Pass and when available. Customers can also get free in-flight Wi-Fi and free international data in over 215 countries and destinations, exclusive hotel and rental car perks, T-Satellite connectivity access, exclusive ticket access and premium experiences at thousands of concerts and festivals nationwide, weekly perks through T-Mobile Tuesdays and even more. All on top of wireless with America's Best Network. And on T-Mobile's most value-packed plan, Experience Beyond, members can upgrade their devices every year and get a five-year price guarantee on talk, text and 5G data. All of these benefits mean families get $200/line in added value every single month and savings of at least 20% compared to similar plans plus benefits from AT&T and Verizon. Customers can manage their plan, access their benefits and explore the latest devices through the T-Life app on Android and iOS. Built to simplify the T-Mobile experience, T-Life brings everything together for customers in one place. This means easy access to all things T-Mobile, including all the goodness that comes with Magenta Status. 'For years, wireless customers were forced to choose between the best network and the best value — but that ends today, with the proof to back up what we've been saying for a long time,' said Mike Katz, President, Marketing, Strategy and Products, T-Mobile. 'With T-Mobile, Magenta Status means you can get it all: the best mobile network in America, a world-class experience and the best value in wireless with exclusive benefits like a free year of DashPass, T-Satellite connectivity and other one-of-a-kind perks you won't find anywhere else. It's everything you should expect from your wireless provider and more, just for being with us.' Introducing the Easy Upgrade For Verizon and AT&T customers who may have chosen their carriers in the way-back times because they wanted to be with the best network, T-Mobile is making it easier than ever for them to come and join the actual best network. Introducing Easy Upgrade — where the Un-carrier gives people the choice for how they want to ditch their current carrier and come to T-Mobile and save at least 20% vs. Verizon and AT&T on similar plans plus benefits. You can choose to get your phone paid off (up to $800) and get a new iPhone Pro on Us without a trade OR bring the whole family and T-Mobile will help you pay off four phones and get four iPhone 16s on Us — all for $100/month. On top of all of that, T-Mobile will guarantee your plan price for talk, text and 5G data for five years. And you will (finally) be on the BEST NETWORK IN AMERICA, PERIOD. Customers who are ready to be with the best network in America can visit here. Metro by T-Mobile customers are also getting more value as part of the Best Network celebration. Starting June 26, customers on Metro's most popular plans will continue to get unlimited 5G data and now get even more premium data: $50 w/AutoPay Plan: Premium data jumping from 35GB to 50GB $60 w/AutoPay Plan: Premium data doubling from 35GB to 70GB It's all part of Metro's commitment to value and simplicity — helping customers stream, share and connect with fewer slowdowns and more freedom, all backed by T-Mobile's network. Learn more here. Check out America's Best Network here. Follow the T-Mobile Newsroom on X and Instagram to catch the latest company updates. Best network: Based on analysis by Ookla ® of Speedtest Intelligence ® data Q4 2024–Q1 2025. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. Free Year of DashPass: Qualifying plan required. Must redeem by 8/4/25. Limit 1/account. After free 12-months, DashPass subscription will auto-renew at then-current annual rate (currently $96.00/year), unless canceled. DashPass benefits apply only on eligible orders from DashPass merchants that meet the minimum subtotal requirement, excluding fees and taxes. Subtotal minimums will be identified for each DashPass merchant on DoorDash. Other fees (including service fee), taxes, and gratuity still apply. See DashPass terms here. $120 value based on the total of 12 months of the DashPass monthly plan subscription at $9.99/month. 22 Million DashPass members: Includes DashPass and Wolt+ members as of December 2024. T-Satellite: Developing technology available in most areas, most of the time; ultimately available in most outdoor areas where you can see the sky. $10/mo. for service beginning in July 2025 and renews automatically each month until cancelled. Cancel anytime in the T-Life App. $200 in value: Based on the retail value of monthly benefits available with an Experience Beyond plan, like entertainment, travel benefits, and scam call protection. See plan details for full included benefits. Some benefits may require activation. 20% Savings with 3rd line free via mo. bill credits vs. comparable available plans plus optional streaming and in-flight wi-fi; plan features and taxes & fees vary. 5-year price guarantee: Exclusions like taxes & fees apply. Guarantee means that we won't change the price of talk, text, and 5G smartphone data on our network for at least 5 years while you are on an Experience plan. Price guarantee also applies to price for data on wearable/tablet/mobile internet lines added to your plan. Taxes & fees, per-use charges, plan add-ons, third-party services, and network management practices aren't included in the price guarantee. This guarantee starts when you activate or switch to an Experience plan and doesn't restart if you add a line or change plans after that. Easy Upgrade: Allow 15 days for card. New financed smartphone, qualifying credit, port-in from eligible postpaid carrier and qualifying service required. Carrier's Early Termination Fee and remaining device balance, including lease purchase option, up to $800, paid via virtual prepaid Mastercard®(no cash access & expires in 6 months). Up to 4 lines. Card issued by Sunrise Banks N.A., Member FDIC. Metro Unlimited Data: If you use more than your monthly allotment of premium data you'll experience slower speeds when network is busy, and Metro customers may experience slower speeds than T-Mobile due to prioritization. About T-Mobile T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America's supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile's customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Mint Mobile. For more information please visit:
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
T-Mobile US boss set to leave post early: Report
HighlightsMike Sievert, the Chief Executive Officer of T-Mobile U.S., is reportedly planning to step down before the end of his current contract, according to German newspaper Handelsblatt. Senior Vice President Srini Gopalan, formerly head of Deutsche Telekom's Germany business, is considered a leading candidate to succeed Mike Sievert as Chief Executive Officer. Despite facing challenges, T-Mobile U.S. has experienced significant growth in revenue and profit, prompting Deutsche Telekom to raise its earnings targets multiple times. The head of T-Mobile U.S. , the fast-growing and profitable subsidiary of Germany 's Deutsche Telekom , is due to step aside before the end of his current contract, German newspaper Handelsblatt reported on Monday. Handelsblatt reported Mike Sievert , who has headed the mobile operator since 2020, wanted to take a break and that Chief Operating Officer Srini Gopalan , until recently head of Deutsche Telekom's Germany business, was a leading candidate to succeed him. The chief executive would step down this year or next, the newspaper added. "We don't comment on rumors or speculation," said a spokesperson for T-Mobile U.S., adding Sievert "loves his job ... Mike and the board are delighted that we have recruited Srini to join our team as COO and bring his experience to our business." Deutsche Telekom did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the report. Previously facing troubles, T-Mobile has become a revenue and profit driver in recent years. Thanks to strong figures from the U.S. mobile operator, Deutsche Telekom has raised its earnings targets several times. T-Mobile U.S. customer growth fell short of expectations at the beginning of the year due to an intensified price war. The subsidiary nonetheless aims to win 5.5 to 6 million new users by 2025. Sievert, who joined T-Mobile as marketing head in 2012, had been due to remain in post until 2028.
Phone Arena
10-06-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert might be let go before end of contract as company purses new strategy
German outlet Handelsblatt reports that Deutsche Telekom, the German telecommunications company that has the largest stake in T-Mobile, is looking to reorganize its "most important" subsidiary and may hand the reins over from CEO Mike Sievert to Chief Operating Officer Srini Gopalan. T-Mobile is in the midst of change, with the focus changing from growing customer volume to premium pricing and expansion of fiber footprint, and Gopalan, who was transferred from Germany to the US, is said to be the driving force behind the change. The report seems to indicate Sievert was a part of the decision making process. Apparently, the current CEO wants to take a break and intends to put his successor in charge of the change that's underway. Sievert has been CEO since 2020 and his contract runs through says Sievert will part ways with the company either this year or next. T-Mobile has declined to comment on this rumor but says that Sievert "loves his job." The company told Fierce Wireless that the CEO is excited about its multi-year "Challenger to Champion" strategy. This seems to indicate that Sievert is going to stick around for longer than Handelsblatt expected. However, T-Mobile has also expressed enthusiasm about having Srini on board, so it's hard to say anything with certainty. — T-Mobile spokesperson, June 2025 T-Mobile has emerged as a 5G leader and Sievert helped the company increase its market share and set a new market cap record for wireless providers. If he steps down now, investors might not like it, according to the head of Telecom Equity Research at BNP Paribas Exane, Sam McHugh. That said, there were similar concerns when former CEO John Legere stepped down and Sievert took over but shares have risen 75 percent since then. While Sievert was key to the Uncarrier movement, Gopalan might be better suited for the task that lies ahead, which is convergence or the bundling of wired and wireless services. —Sam McHugh, head of Telecom Equity Research at BNP Paribas Exane, June 2025 A March report had indicated that T-Mobile might not be able to maintain its growth streak and this might cause its parent company to replace him. We believe that Sievert's departure might also help the company distance itself from some of the decisions taken during his era, such as the removal of price lock guarantee and price hikes, and rebrand itself as a premium carrier. Switch to Total 5G+ Unlimited 3-Month plan or Total 5G Unlimited and get a free iPhone. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Buy at Total Wireless
