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Mint Mobile Expands Into Home Internet Market With Budget 5G Service

The wireless carrier known for affordable phone plans is now entering the home internet market with 5G Home MINTernet. Starting at $30 monthly with bundled phone service, the offering includes unlimited data and free equipment with no long-term contracts required.

Wireless Carrier Expands Service Portfolio

Mint Mobile, the budget-friendly wireless provider, is reportedly expanding beyond mobile service with the launch of 5G home internet, according to recent reports. Dubbed “Home MINTernet,” the new service aims to bring the company’s affordable, straightforward approach to the home internet market, potentially offering significant savings for households looking to reduce monthly expenses.

by Nathan Cole
Computer HardwareTelecom

Taiwan Telecom Giants Hit Record September Revenues Fueled by iPhone 17 Surge and 5G Growth

Taiwan’s leading telecommunications providers achieved unprecedented September revenues as iPhone 17 sales exploded across the market. The strong performance was reportedly driven by ongoing 5G migration and rising average revenue per user across all major carriers.

Record Telecom Performance Driven by iPhone Launch

Taiwan’s three major telecommunications operators posted record-breaking operational results in September 2025, according to recent financial reports. Sources indicate the performance was primarily fueled by the sales surge following Apple’s iPhone 17 launch, combined with ongoing 5G user upgrades and increasing average revenue per user metrics across the sector.

by Nathan Cole
BusinessTelecom

Vodafone Internet Blackout: Software Issue Causes Massive Service Disruption

Vodafone has revealed that yesterday’s massive internet blackout affecting hundreds of thousands of customers was caused by a non-malicious software issue. The outage disrupted broadband, 4G, and 5G services nationwide, sparking compensation concerns and scam warnings.

Vodafone’s massive internet blackout that left hundreds of thousands of customers without connectivity has been confirmed as stemming from a “non-malicious software issue” originating from a vendor partner. The widespread service disruption affected broadband, 4G, and 5G networks simultaneously, creating nationwide connectivity challenges during peak hours on Monday afternoon.

Scope and Impact of Vodafone Service Disruption

by Nathan Cole