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Could Comcast be the next major wireless carrier? Company appears to be making bid

It looks like Comcast is looking to expand a little. How? By becoming a mobile carrier. The company will reportedly take part in upcoming wireless auctions.
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T-Mobile loves competition in the wireless industry while it low-blows Verizon’s plan changes

In a letter sent to the FCC, T-Mobile boldly proclaims that there is enough competition in the U.S. wireless industry for regulation to not be exerted.
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The FCC just took the next big step in implementing 5G

The FCC has voted unanimously to implement a plan for 5G -- one that will see the commission designating bands of radio waves to 5G.
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Net neutrality advocates feel less than warm toward T-Mobile’s Binge On

Net neutrality advocates sent 100,000 letters to the FCC, asking the government agency to take action against zero-rated data services.
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The FCC is trying to figure out how much trouble unwanted radio waves really cause

Radio waves are everywhere, and many serve no real purpose. The FCC is trying to determine how much the level of radio noise has changed over the years.
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Asus doesn't need to announce the ZenPad 9.7 — the FCC did it already

FCC documents unveiled the unannounced Asus ZenPad 9.7, which seems to be the company's return to the large Android tablet form factor.
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The FCC is finally moving forward on 5G

The FCC has laid out its plans for defining 5G radio spectrums, essentially kicking off the development of 5G in the U.S.
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Net Neutrality Win: The internet is a utility the FCC will regulate, says federal court

A D.C. Federal Court of Appeals has ruled that the internet is, indeed, to be considered a utility and, therefore, subject to regulation by the FCC
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The FCC’s move to unlock cable boxes gets a push from racial justice groups

A coalition, including racial justice groups, has sent a letter to the FCC, urging it to unlock set-top boxes to increase content diversity.
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Could Nvidia’s upcoming Shield Tablet refresh feature its unannounced ‘Parker’ chip?

Documents pointing to a new tablet from Nvidia can be read on the FCC's website. The specs are unavailable, but do show its size and Wireless AC support.
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Four megabits isn’t broadband! US Senators want to redefine bandwidth cap on grants

Two USDA programs define what is and isn't broadband quite differently, meaning some areas can apply for loans but not grants to improve local networks.
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FTC and FCC shine a light on mobile security updates

The FTC and the FCC want to improve mobile security, and have issued orders to eight companies for information on their mobile update procedures.
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Could the FCC’s proposed open set-top boxes accidentally encourage piracy?

Two influential lawmakers are warning that the FCC's proposed open set-top boxes could lead to an increase in piracy by making Popcorn Time seem legitimate.
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The FCC is finally replacing old TTY tech with a Wi-Fi based solution

The FCC determined that it would replace the long-standing teletypewriter (TTY) devices that are currently with a real-time text (RTT) solution.
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Remember radio? Pirates sure do

It's easy and inexpensive to start a pirate radio station, which has licensed broadcasters and lawmakers concerned. FCC enforcement is hampered by budgets.
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A blow in the battle to keep the Internet free and equal

On Friday, representatives voted 241 to 173 to pass the No Rate Regulation of Broadband Internet Access Act.
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New FCC filings by Microsoft lend credence to rumors of a new Xbox One

Two new FCC filings by Microsoft may point to Xbox One revisions. One appears to be a slimmer version of the model currently on the market.
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New FCC rules will tighten the reins on ISP tracking of customer usage

The new rules make it nearly impossible for ISPs to track any information about your online activities, other than for network maintenance purposes.
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The FCC votes to subsidize broadband for Americans living near the poverty line

Broadband access isn't a luxury, according to FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler: it's necessary for modern life. Should that tool be subsidized?
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FCC said to be close to approving Charter bid for Time Warner Cable

According to the Wall Street Journal, the FCC is in the process of finalizing conditions that'd see Character Communications merger with Time Warner Cable.
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AT&T dodges data-throttling class-action lawsuit

AT&T has evaded a class-action lawsuit for data throttling, but the company is still to face legal trouble from the FTC and FCC.
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Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge reviews: Too gorgeous for their own good

Samsung's new flagship smartphones are gorgeous, powerful, and waterproof, but delicate glass, carrier locking, and carrier bloatware steal their shine.
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Verizon fined $1.35 million for tracking customers without them even knowing

Verizon agreed to a $1.35 million settlement with the FCC that involved the firm's illegal use of supercookies.
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Hate paying for your cable box? A new FCC proposal has gained traction

The FCC has approved a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which aims to give consumers more flexibility in choosing set-top boxes for watching cable TV.
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FCC eyes data collection for next Net neutrality battle

Data collection practices seem to be the next major point of contention for the FCC, ISPs, and mobile data carriers.
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FCC report says 16 million Americans are without broadband Internet access altogether

Over 16 million citizens of this first-world country can't get their hands on even the slowest -- 4Mbps up/1Mbps down -- broadband Internet services.
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Labor union group accuses T-Mobile of 'deceptive' practices, files FCC complain

Labor union group Change to Win has filed a complaint with the FCC against T-Mobile, citing the company's "deceptive and unfair practices."
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What if your Apple TV was your cable box? The FCC wants you to have that choice

The FCC is expected to propose rules that would let customers ditch their pay-TV provider's cable box in favor of competitors' hardware.
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The FCC says that American Internet access still really stinks

If you've complained about your Internet (or lack thereof) in the United States this past year, you're not alone -- the FCC agrees with you
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The U.S. has tripled Internet speeds over the last several years, but still lags behind others

Internet service providers in America have tripled the speed of an average connection over the last three and a half years.
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FCC wants to be informed about data-free streaming services from T-Mobile, AT&T, and Comcast

The FCC sent letters to T-Mobile, AT&T, and Comcast, asking the companies to provide specific details about their respective data-free streaming services.
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T-Mobile Binge On doesn’t violate Net neutrality rules, says FCC chairman

T-Mobile's latest Un-Carrier service, Binge On, does not appear to violate the Net neutrality rules imposed by the Federal Communications Commission.
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The Justice Department won’t help the FCC fight against local broadband restrictions

The FCC won't have the support of the Department of Justice in its battle against state laws that restrict the growth of municipal broadband projects.
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Requesting ‘Do Not Track’ settings? Companies are just laughing in your face

Do not track requests are just that and only that, requests. The FCC took this position in denying a petition to require websites to honor those requests.