# Latest **URL:** https://forums.rwusers.com/latest.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forums.rwusers.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.rwusers.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.rwusers.com/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [If more household things were "smart", what help could you use?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/if-more-household-things-were-smart-what-help-could-you-use/1050)
**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2025, 2:01am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/if-more-household-things-were-smart-what-help-could-you-use/1050 "2025-04-07T02:01:54Z")
I went into the kitchen this morning to find my dishwasher still jam-packed full of dirty dishes. I had forgotten to run it overnight, again. This made me start thinking of some ways my house could help me more… Dishwa… --- ## [Anyone running a great (but affordable) personal weather station?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-running-a-great-but-affordable-personal-weather-station/1045)
**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2025, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-running-a-great-but-affordable-personal-weather-station/1045 "2025-04-04T01:07:30Z")
I think one of my family members would enjoy having a personal weather station, so I’m looking for recommendations! Are you a weather geek? If so, what kind of setup do you have, or do you have on your personal wishlist? … --- ## [Has anyone heard of Whoop Mobile?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/has-anyone-heard-of-whoop-mobile/1002)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2025, 3:28pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/has-anyone-heard-of-whoop-mobile/1002 "2025-03-28T15:28:08Z")
Though they come and go, I doubt we’ll ever run out of MVNOs of which I hadn’t previously heard. Today’s entry is Whoop Mobile! https://www.whoopmobile.com/ It looks like they started as a dedicated ACP provider known … --- ## [RCS splitting my group chat into 2 groups on new phone](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/rcs-splitting-my-group-chat-into-2-groups-on-new-phone/1053)
**Author:** [@grampa](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/grampa)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2025, 3:51pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/rcs-splitting-my-group-chat-into-2-groups-on-new-phone/1053 "2025-03-22T15:51:44Z")
Greetings everyone :waving\_hand: Long time, no post I’m currently using Mint Mobile and recently upgraded from a Motorola Moto G Power 2021 phone to a new Motorola Moto G Power 5G 2024 phone. I have an ongoing group … --- ## [Video doorbell without the subscription](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/video-doorbell-without-the-subscription/1051)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2025, 3:04pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/video-doorbell-without-the-subscription/1051 "2025-03-20T15:04:08Z")
My aging Ring video doorbell is my primary concession to the so called Internet of Things. The device itself is fine and has served me well but I’m fed up with the ever increasing annual subscription fee. What was $30 fo… --- ## [Mecha Comet](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mecha-comet/1046)
**Author:** [@psteckler](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/psteckler)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2025, 1:57pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mecha-comet/1046 "2025-03-12T13:57:03Z")
There’s an upcoming pocket-sized computer that has attracted attention, the Mecha Comet. It has a touch screen, runs Linux, has an external interface for mounting expansion modules, and is designed for user repairs and … --- ## [New promotion from Boost](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/new-promotion-from-boost/1048)
**Author:** [@mwgardiner](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/mwgardiner)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2025, 4:54am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/new-promotion-from-boost/1048 "2025-03-11T04:54:17Z")
And here’s another note from Boost. A non-starter for me, but if there is anyone else on here with a Boost line, it may be of interest. Spring Break is calling — and we’ve got the right international service to keep y… --- ## [StraightTalk offering "free" phones](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/straighttalk-offering-free-phones/1034)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 5:45pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/straighttalk-offering-free-phones/1034 "2025-02-07T17:45:25Z")
In case someone is in the market for an entry level phone, TracFone brand StraightTalk is offering either Samsung’s Galaxy A16 or Motorola’s 2024 Moto G Power 5G “free” through April 15, 2025 or while supplies last. Whi… --- ## [Helium Mobile has new plans](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/helium-mobile-has-new-plans/1032)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2025, 7:58pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/helium-mobile-has-new-plans/1032 "2025-02-04T19:58:45Z")
Helium Mobile dropped new plans this morning including a “free” option: The Infinity (“unlimited”) plan is an effective $10/month price increase from Helium’s previous “unlimited” offering though the new “unlimited” i… --- ## [Pixel Superfans Program (and other similar programs)](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/pixel-superfans-program-and-other-similar-programs/1011)
**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 9:30pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/pixel-superfans-program-and-other-similar-programs/1011 "2025-02-03T21:30:25Z")
Have any other RWUsers been invited to join the Pixel Superfans program? I got an invitation today, immediately filled out the survey, and I’m really hoping they let me join! What other product “superfan” or “insiders” … --- ## [Ookla Speedtest Connectivity Report](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/ookla-speedtest-connectivity-report/1029)
**Author:** [@cbwahlstrom](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/cbwahlstrom)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2025, 10:13pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/ookla-speedtest-connectivity-report/1029 "2025-01-25T22:13:59Z")
T-Mobile led the mobile market across key performance metrics. --- ## [Should TikTok Be Banned?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/should-tiktok-be-banned/119)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2025, 4:02pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/should-tiktok-be-banned/119 "2025-01-21T16:02:21Z")
I’m all for protecting privacy and national security. The implications of TikTok being published by a Chinese company should be carefully examined. I do wonder, however, if the authorities are up to the task: https://w… --- ## [State Regulators Issue $80 Million Penalty to Block, Inc., Cash App for BSA/AML Violations](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/state-regulators-issue-80-million-penalty-to-block-inc-cash-app-for-bsa-aml-violations/1025)
**Author:** [@cbwahlstrom](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/cbwahlstrom)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 12:46am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/state-regulators-issue-80-million-penalty-to-block-inc-cash-app-for-bsa-aml-violations/1025 "2025-01-16T00:46:35Z")
In a coordinated enforcement action by 48 state financial regulators, Block, Inc. will pay an $80 million fine and undertake corrective action for violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) … --- ## [Comparison of MobileX and US Mobile](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/comparison-of-mobilex-and-us-mobile/999)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2025, 3:24pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/comparison-of-mobilex-and-us-mobile/999 "2025-01-05T15:24:57Z")
Since some folks here are using or have expressed interest in MobileX and/or US Mobile, here’s a comparison from Android Police. US Mobile vs. MobileX: Which MVNO gives you the most for your money? --- ## [Mobi's beta has expanded](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobis-beta-has-expanded/1021)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2024, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobis-beta-has-expanded/1021 "2024-12-27T22:50:29Z")
Previously @davenc made Community aware of a Mobi beta opportunity: Mobi is now ready to open up its cloud core beta to additional testers. For an annual payment of $50, one gets 5 GB of 4G/5G data then unlimited data… --- ## [Boost Mobile Notice of Data Breach, anyone?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-mobile-notice-of-data-breach-anyone/1000)
**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 4:12pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-mobile-notice-of-data-breach-anyone/1000 "2024-12-04T16:12:23Z")
Did anyone else receive an email notifying them that one of Boost’s partners (“It wasn’t us!”) had a data breach? The email went to my spam folder, so you may want to check there to see if you were impacted. Info is also… --- ## [Black Friday/Cyber Monday Technology Deals](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/black-friday-cyber-monday-technology-deals/1006)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/black-friday-cyber-monday-technology-deals/1006 "2024-11-30T18:06:36Z")
It’s that time of year, so let the bargain hunting begin! This topic is intended to house deals community members come across and wish to share. It is not intended to be a place for referrals. Referrals are limited to R… --- ## [XFINITY offers "Number Lock"](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/xfinity-offers-number-lock/1005)
**Author:** [@muerte33](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/muerte33)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/xfinity-offers-number-lock/1005 "2024-11-24T23:38:46Z")
I got an email from Xfinity today describing “Number Lock”. I know you must have your phone with Xfinity Mobile, but it sounds like a good idea. Here is how to enable it if you have Xfinity Mobile phones: I wonder if… --- ## [Got Photos?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/got-photos/1003)
**Author:** [@rosedoodle](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rosedoodle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 6:48pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/got-photos/1003 "2024-11-23T18:48:13Z")
I like to get small and shoot bugs and things. It’s my meditation. I was going to call this Got Bugs? But for various reasons decided against it :smirk: Delta flower scarab --- ## [Proposed Unlocking Rule](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/proposed-unlocking-rule/989)
**Author:** [@Totoro](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/Totoro)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 8:10pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/proposed-unlocking-rule/989 "2024-11-20T20:10:31Z")
I found THIS article interesting. T-Mobile states, "T-Mobile is passionate about winning customers for life, and explained how its handset unlocking policies greatly benefit our customers.” So they want to be so excelle… --- ## [Boost Infinite is dead...Long live the new Boost Mobile](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-infinite-is-dead-long-live-the-new-boost-mobile/924)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 8:26pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-infinite-is-dead-long-live-the-new-boost-mobile/924 "2024-11-16T20:26:53Z")
In yet another marketing shift, DISH has discontinued the Boost Infinite brand and will offer both prepaid and postpaid options under the Boost Mobile brand. But; the customer doesn’t exactly get to choose their prepaid … --- ## [Welcome, Milton!](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/welcome-milton/983)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 5:14pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/welcome-milton/983 "2024-11-13T17:14:15Z")
Well, not really. I’m confident I speak for all in Florida (and anywhere else), we just as soon he stay away. The green shading is supposed to represent “minimal” tropical storm force winds. The arrow is pointing to … --- ## [Using an eSIM profile on your non-eSIM phone](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/using-an-esim-profile-on-your-non-esim-phone/429)
**Author:** [@mwgardiner](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/mwgardiner)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 7:49pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/using-an-esim-profile-on-your-non-esim-phone/429 "2024-11-05T19:49:03Z")
Use of eSIMs has been discussed on these forums, but this is a bit of a different angle on the subject. I figure that the technical level on this forum being higher than average, this could be a useful bit of informatio… --- ## [Boost Cancellation Question](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-cancellation-question/994)
**Author:** [@johnc](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/johnc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 4:37am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-cancellation-question/994 "2024-11-04T04:37:38Z")
I cancelled my Boost account, or thought I did, but the confirmation email said “Your line is being removed from your account,” not “your account will be cancelled,” and today I got notice of a credit to my account for m… --- ## [T-Mobile Doing Naughty Things](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/t-mobile-doing-naughty-things/990)
**Author:** [@Totoro](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/Totoro)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 4:39pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/t-mobile-doing-naughty-things/990 "2024-10-24T16:39:02Z")
Not to pile on T-Mobile; I still think they are a good choice. But apparently a lifetime price guarantee doesn’t mean what we think it means. Article is HERE. --- ## [Have you spotted the ATLAS comet? What tech helped you see it?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/have-you-spotted-the-atlas-comet-what-tech-helped-you-see-it/988)
**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/have-you-spotted-the-atlas-comet-what-tech-helped-you-see-it/988 "2024-10-21T01:34:40Z")
I was able to spot the ATLAS comet tonight, but I’m certain I’d have never seen it, if not for some technology. My phone, receiving texts from someone who asked if I’d seen it, which prompted me to go look. My phone, u… --- ## [Must Watch: You Have to See What Mint Mobile is Doing!](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/must-watch-you-have-to-see-what-mint-mobile-is-doing/986)
**Author:** [@mwgardiner](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/mwgardiner)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 12:58am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/must-watch-you-have-to-see-what-mint-mobile-is-doing/986 "2024-10-20T00:58:29Z")
I hadn’t heard of this until this video by Sneed Mobile Tech. Mint is adding 2TB of data to lines known to be in hurricane areas. This was a random YouTube item on my main feed page. I don’t know if any o… --- ## [Apple to Support RCS (Google Chat Features) on iPhone!](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/apple-to-support-rcs-google-chat-features-on-iphone/681)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2024, 12:40am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/apple-to-support-rcs-google-chat-features-on-iphone/681 "2024-10-10T00:40:07Z")
In a development many (myself included) thought was unlikely to ever happen, Apple has announced support coming sometime next year for RCS: --- ## [Using YouTube TV streaming service](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/using-youtube-tv-streaming-service/144)
**Author:** [@grandbobby](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/grandbobby)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2024, 11:20am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/using-youtube-tv-streaming-service/144 "2024-10-09T11:20:48Z")
I have used a variety of services for watching television and my favorite is YouTube TV. I have used Dish satellite, Comcast, Sling, and Hulu. I like the channels included with the base YouTube TV plan that includes loc… --- ## [MobileX is getting a network upgrade](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobilex-is-getting-a-network-upgrade/976)
**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2024, 2:53pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobilex-is-getting-a-network-upgrade/976 "2024-10-06T14:53:35Z")
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