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Many would argue that the company should have done this from the get-go, but everyone can at least agree that competition is good: the return of unlimited data on Verizon has prompted T-Mobile to make changes to its own plan—namely, they are throwing in HD video and 10GB of hotspot usage. These options used to set you back an additional $25 but are now on the house thanks to Verizon's generosity. Wow, what's next? Unlimited data that is actually, you know, unlimited?
…streaming video will no longer be limited to 480p, and instead will be capped at "HD." In addition, ONE customers will now have 10GB of high-speed hotspot data, matching Verizon's offering. Previously, T-Mobile limited tethering to 512Kbps unless you signed up for the ONE Plus plan or purchased $3 24-hour passes for faster speeds. T-Mobile told Ars Technica that the 24-hour passes are staying, but they are free - you just have to turn it on when you want HD video. T-Mobile ONE pricing is still the same $70/month for one line ($10 less than Verizon's Unlimited plan), but a promotion was also announced for $100/month for two lines. These changes will go into effect February 17 for both existing and new customers, but existing customers will have to, "activate their new features in the T-Mobile app or at my.t-mobile.com."
…streaming video will no longer be limited to 480p, and instead will be capped at "HD." In addition, ONE customers will now have 10GB of high-speed hotspot data, matching Verizon's offering. Previously, T-Mobile limited tethering to 512Kbps unless you signed up for the ONE Plus plan or purchased $3 24-hour passes for faster speeds. T-Mobile told Ars Technica that the 24-hour passes are staying, but they are free - you just have to turn it on when you want HD video. T-Mobile ONE pricing is still the same $70/month for one line ($10 less than Verizon's Unlimited plan), but a promotion was also announced for $100/month for two lines. These changes will go into effect February 17 for both existing and new customers, but existing customers will have to, "activate their new features in the T-Mobile app or at my.t-mobile.com."
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