The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) wants to make it easier for US mobile consumers to unlock their carrier-locked phones. The agency has proposed a new rule that requires wireless carriers to ...

The FCC is looking to force carriers to unlock users' smartphones after 60 days. Credit: GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images Don't like your phone carrier because of shoddy reception or literally any ...

If you've ever struggled to get your smartphone unlocked, then you should appreciate the FCC's latest initiative. On Thursday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed that the agency require ...

Eli covered the latest in the ever-changing worlds of telecom, streaming and sports. He previously worked as a technology reporter at USA Today. The Federal Communications Commission is considering a ...

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has unveiled a proposal to simplify the process for consumers to unlock their mobile phones from carrier restrictions. Under the new rule suggested by FCC ...

Finally, the FCC drops the ball for a proposal to get phones unlocked without begging your carrier. Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase ...

People often buy smartphones expecting freedom. The freedom to switch carriers. The freedom to move networks without friction. That assumption just took a hit. The Federal Communications Commission ...

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With Verizon getting a waiver from the FCC to implement whatever unlock policy ...

The Federal Communications Commission is letting Verizon lock phones to its network for longer periods, eliminating a requirement to unlock handsets 60 days after they are activated on its network.