Wireless guides
The things carriers do not explain clearly, written in plain English. For a ranking tailored to your ZIP and budget, take the 2-minute questionnaire.
- How to switch carriers and keep your phone number
A step-by-step guide to porting your number to a new carrier without losing it, including what you need before you start and why you must never cancel first.
- What is an MVNO, and should you use one?
MVNOs resell the big three networks at a fraction of the price. Here's what you actually give up, what you don't, and who should and shouldn't switch to one.
- How to lower your phone bill without changing how you use your phone
Most people overpay for capacity they never touch. Here's how to cut a wireless bill using data you already have, from discounts to taxes to switching networks.
- How much data do you actually need?
Most people pay for far more data than they use. Here's how to find your real number, what typical usage looks like, and why unlimited isn't what it sounds like.
- Is my phone unlocked, and how do I unlock it?
How to tell whether your phone is carrier-locked, what the US rules actually require, and how to request an unlock before you switch carriers or travel.