FCC proposes rule for carriers to unlock phones within 60 days, aiming to improve consumer choice and reduce costs.
The FCC has proposed a rule requiring mobile carriers like T-Mobile and AT&T to unlock phones within 60 days of activation, aiming to enhance consumer choice and reduce costs. Both companies oppose this rule, arguing it could eliminate handset subsidies and lead to higher device prices. They claim that locking phones helps them offer cheaper handsets, while consumer advocacy groups support the FCC's initiative for greater flexibility and competition.
October 21, 2024
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