BestPhonePlans Podcast
38 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsBestPhonePlans Podcast is a show dedicated to explaining and un-complicating the world of telecom. Come hang out with hosts Stetson Doggett and Dennis P, who share over 6 years of experience in the telecom industry, as they chat about what's new in wireless, explain key concepts and ideas, and answer interesting questions asked by the audience. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bestphoneplans/support
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iPhone 13 Rumors and What's New in iOS 15
August 20, 2021 07:04 - 49 minutes - 93 MBStetson and Dennis talk about rumored specs for the upcoming iPhone 13, as well as the new features in iOS 15. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XRiENHG2pyU Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: [email protected] Social Links...
T-Mobile is Shutting Down Sprint, CenturyLink is Selling Network Assets
August 13, 2021 02:27 - 23 minutes - 44.6 MBStetson and Dennis talk about T-Mobile's plan to shut down the Sprint LTE network along with their 2G and 3G networks, the future T-Mobile sees in the fixed wireless space, Mint Mobile's new account security features, and how CenturyLink (now rebranded as Lumen) is selling network assets to Apollo Global Management. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: ...
How Airalo is Changing International eSIM Data Plans, with Co-Founder Bahadir Ozdemir
July 30, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Bahadir Ozdemir, the co-founder of Airalo. Airalo sells affordable international eSIM data plans to keep you connected when you travel abroad. Check out Airalo here - https://www.airalo.com/?rfsn=4265669.cae2b5 (affiliate link) Get 30% off an Airalo plan using code "FOUNDER30" (no quotes) See all international eSIM plans on BestPhonePlans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/esim-plans Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.p...
BONUS - Verizon is Raising Prices, AT&T Earnings Report
July 23, 2021 12:00 - 4 hours - 196 MBStetson and Dennis talk about Verizon raising the cost of FiOS internet and AT&T's quarterly earnings report. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: [email protected] Social Links: https://twitter.com/stetsondoggett https://tw...
Dish Partners with AT&T in $5B deal, US Mobile Raises $11.5MM in Funding
July 23, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBStetson and Dennis talk about how Dish is becoming an AT&T MVNO with their latest 10-year, $5B deal with AT&T, and how US Mobile raised $11.5MM in funding. STORIES: Dish official press release: https://ir.dish.com/news-releases/news-release-details/dish-and-att-sign-strategic-network-services-agreement Dish signs $5B deal with AT&T: https://www.fiercewireless.com/operators/dish-signs-5b-mvno-deal-at-t Analyst: Dish deal ‘terrible’ for AT&T: https://www.fiercewireless.com/operators/analys...
AT&T's New Unlimited Elite Plan, Mint Mobile Data Breach
July 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBStetson and Dennis talk about AT&T's new Unlimited Elite plan, the Mint Mobile data breach, and network performance and coverage updates of Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. AT&T's New Unlimited Elite Plan Official AT&T press release: https://about.att.com/story/2021/att_unlimited_elite.html Network Performance Reports: RootMetrics State of Mobile Union 2021: https://rootmetrics.com/en-US/content/us-state-of-the-mobile-union-1h-2021 Tutella State of Mobile Experience 2020: https://www.tutela...
US Mobile's Upcoming Plan Features, Why Dish is In Trouble
July 09, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBStetson and Dennis talk about US Mobile's upcoming UWB 5G access, eSIM support, and Wi-Fi calling features, as well as why Dish may be in serious trouble. Reddit post with US Mobile's feature updates: https://www.reddit.com/r/USMobile/comments/nrjugh/updates_on_esim_uwb_etc_on_super_lte/h0ifcoq/?context=3 Dish's Project Gene5is: https://launch.5gmobilegenesis.com Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.yout...
Best Fixed Wireless Solution: T-Mobile Home Internet vs Verizon vs AT&T
July 02, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBStetson and Dennis discuss the various fixed wireless home internet solutions available from T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T and pick out which one they think is best. T-Mobile Home Internet: https://www.t-mobile.com/isp Verizon LTE Home Internet: https://www.verizon.com/home/lte-home-internet/ Verizon 5G Home Internet: https://www.verizon.com/5g/home/ AT&T Home Internet: https://www.att.com/support/article/wireless/KM1048698/ AT&T Prepaid $55 100GB plan: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/data...
T-Mobile Launches Alcoholic Drinks but No 5G Coverage Map
June 25, 2021 04:29 - 46 minutes - 43 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by Mike Dano, the Editorial Director, 5G & Mobile Strategies of LightReading, to discuss T-Mobile's latest 5G coverage news and announcements. LightReading - https://www.lightreading.com/ T-Mobile celebrates 5G buildout with booze but no maps - https://www.lightreading.com/5g/t-mobile-celebrates-5g-buildout-with-booze-but-no-maps/d/d-id/770426 AT&T, T-Mobile don't want to reveal signal strength data - https://www.lightreading.com/5g/atandt-t-mobile-dont-want...
Ting Interview: Building Flexible Cell Phone Plans and What It's Like Working in Customer Service
June 11, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Jesse Simms, the Marketing Manager for Ting Mobile. Ting is an affordable MVNO that launched in 2012. They had a new model you only paid for the minutes, texts, and data that you actually used. Today Ting is owned by Dish and offers both flexible plans, which they call their Ting Flex plan, and plans with more data for higher data users. Ting is currently offering 44% off their 22GB plan. Get 22GB for just $25/month for your first 3 months. Plu...
Verizon's New Free 5G Phone Deal, 5G Network Improvements, and Verizon Home Internet
June 04, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBStetson and Dennis cover Verizon's new free 5G smartphone deal and if it's actually good, Verizon's 5G network improvements and which carrier offers the best 5G network today, and provide updates to Verizon's Home Internet offering. See Verizon's plans here: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/carriers/verizon News stories: The wait is over — the biggest Verizon 5G upgrade campaign ever: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/wait-over-biggest-verizon-5g-upgrade-campaign-ever Verizon’s 5G Home I...
AT&T is Making Public Wi-Fi Better, Boost Mobile Partners with DraftKings
May 28, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 93.8 MBStetson and Dennis talk about how AT&T is making public Wi-Fi a lot like connecting to a cellular network, Boost Mobile's latest partnership with DraftKings, and Movandi's 5G repeater demo. Relevant articles: AT&T completes OpenRoaming Wi-Fi trial in Austin Movandi demos 5G mmWave repeater tech for C-V2X CBRS networks for schools will outlast the pandemic Boost Mobile bets on DraftKings as a partner AT&T remains last in 3-horse race to 5G – analysts Verizon's early 5G strategy might p...
T-Mobile's New Business Unlimited Plans, AT&T Warner Media Update, and HBO MAX with Ads
May 21, 2021 16:54 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBStetson and Dennis talk about T-Mobile's new business plans, AT&T's merger with Discovery+, Google I/O and Android 12, and HBO MAX's new $10 ad-supported tier. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: [email protected] Social Link...
Which Carrier Has The Best Coverage? with CoverageCritic founder Chris Smith
May 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by Chris Smith, the founder of CoverageCritic. Chris reports on telecom news, offers plan recommendations and advice, and calls carriers out on their bullsh*t. His newest tool lets you check coverage just by entering your ZIP code. Visit the CoverageCritic website here to check your coverage: https://coveragecritic.com/ Visit Chris's website: https://coveragecritic.com/ Follow Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Coverage_Critic Support us on Patreon and get...
Which Network Has The Best Coverage? with CoverageCritic founder Chris Smith
May 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by Chris Smith, the founder of CoverageCritic. Chris reports on telecom news, offers plan recommendations and advice, and calls carriers out on their bullsh*t. His newest tool lets you check coverage just by entering your ZIP code. Visit the CoverageCritic website here to check your coverage: https://coveragecritic.com/ Visit Chris's website: https://coveragecritic.com/ Follow Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Coverage_Critic Support us on Patreon and get...
dotmobile Interview: Canada's First MVNO
May 07, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by Algis and Alex, the founders of dotmobile. Dotmobile is Canada's first, full-licensed MVNO. Algis and Alex plan to disrupt the Canadian wireless industry by providing affordable plans that are more accessible than ever before. Their goal was to reach 10,000 members of the dotmobile community. Today they have over 33,100 members. Check out dotmobile here: https://dotmobile.app/ ~ Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stet...
VoLTE, VoNR, and Wi-Fi Calling Explained with Austin Lutz
April 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Austin Lutz to explain the different calling technologies. We'll be discussing the differences between VoLTE, VoNR, and Wi-Fi calling. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: podcast@bestphone...
Apple's New M1 Powered 5G iPad Pro, Xfinity Mobile's New Unlimited Plans, and More
April 30, 2021 04:33 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBStetson and Dennis talk about Apple's new 5G capable iPad Pro powered by the M1chip, Xfinity Mobile's new unlimited plans, Comcast's tests with DOCSIS 4.0, and more. Support us on Patreon. Get exclusive content and vote on what video we make next: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: ...
How Mint Mobile is Changing the Game in Wireless with Aron North, CMO at Mint Mobile
April 16, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Aron North, the Chief Marketing Officer of Mint Mobile, to discuss how Mint Mobile is changing the game in wireless. This episode was sponsored by Mint Mobile. Try Mint Mobile for free today by downloading the Mint Mobile application: https://mint-mobile.58dp.net/c/300828/1029711/7915 Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare ce...
T-Mobile Home Internet and 'Free' 5G Smartphone Announcement with Mike Dano
April 09, 2021 13:52 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Mike Dano to talk about T-Mobile's Home Internet and 'free' 5G phone announcement. Mike is Light Reading's Editorial Director, and he has written over 1,100+ articles focusing on 5G and mobile strategies. Follow Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikeddano See Mike's articles on Light Reading: https://www.lightreading.com/profile_content.asp?piddl_userid=551155 Check out Light Reading: https://www.lightreading.com/ Support us on Patreon a...
Verizon vs AT&T vs T-Mobile Carrier Strategies with Roger Entner, founder of Recon Analytics
April 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Roger Entner. Roger is the founder of Recon Analytics and has built a reputation as one of the most respected telecom experts. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and industry expertise. Roger works with C-Suite level executives on data collection & industry analysis, providing them with powerful decision-making information before this information is even known to the public. Follow Roger on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RogerEntner Rea...
MobileX and Building a Next-Generation Wireless Carrier with Peter Adderton, former Boost Mobile CEO
March 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Peter Adderton, the former founder and CEO of Boost Mobile. Peter has been in the wireless space for over 20 years and has started multiple MVNOs. Peter's latest startup is MobileX, a next-generation wireless carrier. Follow Peter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/peter_adderton Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone...
Next-Generation Wireless Carriers & MobileX with Peter Adderton, former Boost Mobile CEO
March 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Peter Adderton, the former founder and CEO of Boost Mobile. Peter has been in the wireless space for over 20 years and started multiple MVNOs. Peter's latest startup is MobileX, a next-generation wireless carrier. Follow Peter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/peter_adderton Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone pla...
The Future of Cell Phone Service with Ahmed Khattak
March 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBUS Mobile CEO Ahmed Khattak joins the show again to discuss how AI, pooled plans, eSIM, and usage analytics will help shape the future of cell phone service. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: [email protected] Social Links:...
Verizon vs T-Mobile vs AT&T: Which Network is Winning the Race to 5G? with Sascha Segan
March 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Sascha Segan, the lead mobile analyst at PCMag. Sascha has reviews 1,100+ smartphones and is closely following the rollout of 5G from Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Get Sascha's Race to 5G newsletter: https://www.pcmag.com/newsletter_manage Follow PC Mag's Race to 5G news articles: https://www.pcmag.com/5g Sascha Segan on PC Mag: https://www.pcmag.com/authors/sascha-segan Follow Sascha on Twitter: https://twitter.com/saschasegan Support us o...
The best streaming services of 2021, with Craig Hanks from Reviews.org
March 23, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Craig Hanks to discuss the best streaming services for 2021. Craig is a video writer and producer at Reviews.org and has been for the past 5 years. He specializes in comparing streaming service providers and creating how-to tutorials. Subscribe to Reviews.org - https://www.youtube.com/reviewsorg Follow Craig on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TLPCraig Listen to the Legendarium podcast - https://www.thelegendarium.com/ Subscribe to the Legendar...
T-Mobile's New Magenta Max & Magenta Plans and C-Band Auction Results with Sneed Mobile Tech
March 22, 2021 19:52 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBSneed Mobile Tech joins the show to talk about T-Mobile's new Magenta Max and Magenta plans, the C-Band auction results, and more. Subscribe to Sneed: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI6jiCLJ_6hLNhWtmDXi3g Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Co...
How Millennials Spend Their Money, with Ben Boxer from CNBC Make It
February 19, 2021 04:25 - 2 hours - 150 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Ben Boxer, a senior at Carnegie Mellon University who was recently featured on CNBC Make It. Ben shared what it was like living in a $2,000/month apartment in Pittsburgh with his two roommates, and he was recently featured on Graham Stephan's YouTube channel. Ben Boxer's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BenCraft67 Follow Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/benboxer67 Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benboxer67 ...
Building a Tech-Focused MVNO with US Mobile CEO, Ahmed Khattak
February 12, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by Ahmed Khattak, the founder and CEO of US Mobile. We discuss how Ahmed got into the MVNO space, the evolution of US Mobile, how US Mobile's technology differentiates them in the MVNO space. US Mobile Plans - https://www.bestphoneplans.net/carriers/us-mobile Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans....
Best Rural Home Internet Solutions: Starlink vs T-Mobile Home Internet & More with Austin Lutz
February 04, 2021 23:50 - 1 hour - 88 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guest Austin Lutz to talk about the best rural home internet options, including Elon Musk's Starlink plan, T-Mobile and Verizon's Home Internet offerings, and more. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Conta...
How 5G is Enabling World-Class 3D & AR Content, with Mike Cadoux from QReal
February 01, 2021 01:17 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBStetson and Dennis are joined by special guests Mike Cadoux, the general manager of QReal, and Elena Piech, the senior marketing manager at The Glimpse Group, to discuss how 5G technology is enabling high-fidelity 3D content and brand-new AR experiences. QReal: https://www.qreal.io/ The Glimpse Group: https://www.theglimpsegroup.com/ Mike Cadoux: https://twitter.com/MikeCadoux Elena Piech: https://twitter.com/elepiech Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreo...
The Present and Future of Augmented Reality with KreatAR founder Liron Lerman
January 25, 2021 19:02 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBSpecial guests Liron Lerman, the founder of KreatAR, and Elena Piech, the senior marketing manager at The Glimpse Group, join the show to talk about augmented reality and the future of AR experiences. KreatAR: https://www.kreatar.com/ The Glimpse Group: https://www.theglimpsegroup.com/ Liron Lerman: https://twitter.com/lironlerman Elena Piech: https://twitter.com/elepiech Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: ...
Best Free Streaming Services, Paid Services, & Live TV Alternatives
January 18, 2021 00:30 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBStetson and Dennis compare the best streaming services (both free and paid), the best live TV alternatives, and what the future of entertainment looks like. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stetsondoggett Compare cell phone plans: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/ Cell phone plan & smartphone deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals Contact Us: [email protected] Social Li...
How to reduce your cell phone bill in 2021
January 08, 2021 04:23 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBStetson and Dennis talk about ways and strategies for reducing your cell phone bill in 2021, including device financing, reducing data usage, family discounts, and more. 🙌🏻 Get exclusive content & support this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/stetsondoggett If you enjoy this podcast, check out our friend Sneed’s podcast. He follows the telecom news and keeps you up to date with everything you need to know. Listen here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI6jiCLJ_6hLNhWtmDXi3g 🗞 News & To...
Discussing the Best Plans of 2020! Best Budget, Best Premium, Best Unlimited, & Best Family
January 05, 2021 22:41 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBStetson and Dennis discuss their top picks for the best budget plans, premium plans, unlimited plans, family plans, and the ultimate best value plan of 2020 from Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile! Follow Sneed Mobile Tech for excellent breakdowns of telecom news and wireless technologies: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI6jiCLJ_6hLNhWtmDXi3g Get a cell phone plan from our affiliate partners: Mint Mobile - https://mint-mobile.58dp.net/c/300828/477486/7915 Ting (get $25 Ting credit) - https:/...
Holiday Special! Our 2021 Wish List and Which Carriers Responded Best to COVID-19?
December 29, 2020 02:28 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBStetson and Dennis discuss their wish list for Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile for 2021, which carrier responded best to the pandemic, and one change that would make their favorite cell phone plans even better. Current Deals: Buy 3 months and get 3 months FREE on Mint Mobile - https://mint-mobile.58dp.net/c/300828/447970/7915 Get $25 Ting credit - http://stetson.ting.com Interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact us at [email protected] FTC: This podcast description contains af...
What does it mean to be deprioritized on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile?
December 18, 2020 05:31 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBStetson and Dennis explain network priority and management on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, what it means to be deprioritized, QCI values, and more. 🗞 News US Mobile updates their plans, get 3.5GB for $15 and 30GB for $30 🛒 Deals Get Visible's $40 unlimited plan for $3 for your first month Get $25 of Ting credit Buy 3 months of Mint Mobile service and get 3 months free See all deals: https://www.bestphoneplans.net/deals 📲 Easily compare cell phone plans, prices, and features at BestPh...
How eSIM is Changing the Game in Wireless
December 11, 2020 02:23 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this first episode of the BestPhonePlans Podcast, Stetson and Dennis share how they got interested in cell phone plans and how eSIM is changing the game in wireless. 📰 News T-Mobile launches new hotspot plans 🚨 Deals Get Visible's $40 unlimited plan for $3 for your first month Get $25 of Ting credit Buy 3 months of Mint Mobile service and get 3 months free See all the best cell phone deals here. 📲 Easily compare cell phone plans, prices, and features at BestPhonePlans.net. 🕑 TI...