Phone Scoop

Phone Scoop is an all-in-one resource for anyone interested in mobile phones, whether you're a buyer, user, enthusiast, or industry expert, specifically focusing on the U.S. market. Our main feature is a detailed and extensive database of mobile phone information available online. This database includes specifications, feature lists, images, links, and user reviews. It is fully searchable with our unique Phone Finder, which serves as the most powerful tool for searching and comparing mobile phones on the internet. Users can easily select specific phones and see detailed comparisons side by side. We keep our audience informed with the latest market and industry news. Our team regularly checks multiple sources online to bring only the most important updates relevant to our users. In addition, we publish thorough reviews of phones and special reports on various subjects, including event summaries and technology guides. For those looking to engage with others, we provide online forums. These include general discussion areas as well as dedicated sections for each manufacturer, carrier, phone, and trending news. Lastly, we maintain a comprehensive and current Glossary that offers simple explanations for the constantly evolving terminology in this complex industry. Phone Scoop was founded by Rich Brome in December 2001.

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T-Mobile Reshuffles Prepaid Plans

1 week ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

T-Mobile Reshuffles Prepaid PlansT-Mobile is reworking its prepaid plans, with a mix of positive and negative changes. All three new plans include a 5-year price guarantee (on data, voice, and text) and new perks like soccer and baseball TV subscriptions and free in-flight Wi-Fi on Delta. A new Starter plan replaces the old "10 GB" plan. While it remains $40/month for one line (with auto-pay, after first month, plus taxes & fees), the amount of high-speed data is upped to 15 GB.
TikTok Gets Another Temporary Lifeline in US

1 week ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome
Trump Org. Launches Trump Mobile

1 week ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Trump Org. Launches Trump MobileThe Trump family has launched Trump Mobile, a new MVNO offering "5G service through all three major cellular carriers". The prepaid service has no contracts and no credit check. For $47.45 per month, the service offers "unlimited data", although only the first 20 GB is high-speed data. It also offers unlimited talk and text and "free international calling to more than 100 countries".
Google Kills Instant Apps

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Google Kills Instant AppsGoogle is shutting down an Android feature that let users quickly download and use a temporary "mini" version of an app, instead of installing the full app. Instant Apps were not popular with developers, but were useful for game trials or one-time transactions. Google first announced Instant Apps in 2016 and launched it to developers in 2017. Google's newest developer tools include a warning that "Instant Apps support will be removed by Google Play in December 2025".
The Nothing Phone (3) Will Come to US

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome
Anker Recalls Popular Power Bank Over Fire Risk

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Anker Recalls Popular Power Bank Over Fire RiskAnker has recalled its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263), which was sold between June 2016 and December 2022 in the United States. Anker has received 19 reports of fires and explosions with this model. The power bank was popular, selling over 1 million units. Owners should immediately stop using the product.
Verizon Expands Its Dedicated 5G for First Responders

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome
Google Makes Open-Source Android Development More Difficult

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Google Makes Open-Source Android Development More DifficultGoogle is taking away a key resource that made it easier for third parties to develop non-Google versions of the Android OS for smartphones. Specifically, Google will no longer publish an "example" version of AOSP (Android Open Source Project) that works as-is on its Pixel phones. Instead, Google will only publish a generic version of AOSP that, as published, only works on a generic virtual device called "Cuttlefish".
Apple Expands Child Safety Protections and Options for Parents

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Apple Expands Child Safety Protections and Options for ParentsApple today announced new features for its child-safety and parental controls features in its platforms, including iOS for iPhones. Apple will be expanding its number of age range categories to include under-13, 13+, 16+, and 18+. Apps with an overall rating exceeding a child account's age range will not be featured in the App Store, although they can still be searched, and parents can grant an exception to download.
Pixel Phones Gain Exclusive new VIPs Widget

2 weeks ago | phonescoop.com | Rich Brome

Pixel Phones Gain Exclusive new VIPs WidgetGoogle has started rolling out the "Pixel Drop" software update for Pixel phones for June. Its most prominent new feature is a "VIPs" home-screen widget that integrates with the Contacts app. It lets you designate a small number of contacts as VIPs, who then appear in the widget. Tapping one of these contacts opens a new screen that collects everything about that person, including recent messages, notes, and even location (when shared).