Google says a fix is on the way for a Pixel 6 WiFi issueThe problem could be resolved when the March update arrives.By K. Holt, 02.22.2022
FCC approves $7 billion internet fund to connect schools and librariesLow-income households can also apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit starting May 12th.By S. Dent, 05.11.2021
OnePlus co-founder's 'Nothing' brand will launch wireless earbuds this summerThe company is being backed by Google's venture capital unit. By S. Dent, 02.09.2021
T-Mobile expands LTE broadband to rural areas 'abandoned' by AT&TIt says it'll open the offer to new customers as a 'lifeline.'By D. Cooper, 10.09.2020
Orion WiFi will connect you to public WiFi when cell coverage is limitedThe platform is part of Google’s Area 120 incubator.By C. Fisher, 09.08.2020
Samsung's UWB tech will let you use a Galaxy Note 20 Ultra as a digital keyIn the near term, it'll power Google's new Airdrop-like "Nearby Share" service.By S. Dent, 08.05.2020
Comcast’s public WiFi hotspots will remain free for the rest of 2020The 1.5 million hotspots are open to all, even non-Xfinity Internet subscribers.By C. Fisher, 06.19.2020
Facebook's Discover app is a new take on its Free Basics internet serviceThe mobile web and Android app provides free daily data.By C. Fisher, 05.06.2020
Alphabet’s Loon and AT&T will tackle global crises with internet balloonsProject Loon will be ready to deploy wherever disaster strikes. By R. England, 05.06.2020
Kenyan government finally approves Loon’s internet-delivery balloonsThe balloons are being fast-tracked to improve communication during the coronavirus pandemic.By C. Fisher, 03.23.2020
Apple, Amazon and Google unite to help create a universal smart home standardThe working group aims to make smart home devices easier to use together.By R. England, 12.18.2019
Verizon enlists Boingo to help it bring 5G indoorsAt least to public spaces like airports, office buildings and stadiums.By C. Fisher, 08.22.2019
Juul's app-connected e-cigarette keeps tabs on your vapingThe device can be locked to prevent anyone else from using it.By G. Torbet, 08.05.2019
Signify's LiFi system promises up to 150 Mbps internet via LED lightsTrulifi is intended for professional markets, like hospitals and factories.By C. Fisher, 06.20.2019
FCC task force will help connect farms and ranchesThe Precision Ag Connectivity Task Force will work with the USDA on policy recommendations.By C. Fisher, 06.17.2019
Amazon stops selling Echo Wall Clock over connectivity issuesIt's working on a fix, and should sell the clock again "in the coming weeks."By K. Holt, 01.23.2019
Alphabet's Loon internet balloons broadcast their strongest signal yetLast month Loon pushed data almost 1,000 kilometers across seven balloons.By T. Seppala, 09.11.2018
Facebook merges internet projects under 'Connectivity'Same internet-for-all initiatives, new umbrella organization. By D. Lumb, 08.10.2018
Facebook has big plans to bring internet to more people in rural areasThe company looks to networks and operators to expand its cost-reducing connectivity efforts.By E. Alvarez, 02.26.2018
GM thinks you'll buy stuff through your car's dashboardIts on-board marketplace lets you purchase items you'll still have to wait in line for.By R. England, 12.05.2017