TruConnect Launches Texas Lifeline Self-Enrollment
TruConnect just launched online self-enrollment for Texas Lifeline applicants, allowing users to fully enroll for Lifeline free government phones including free talk and text service directly on our...
View ArticleWhat is the Lifeline Modernization Order and How Will It Affect Me?
On March 31, 2016 the Lifeline Modernization Order was approved by the Federal Communications Commission, effectively modernizing the Reagan-era program for the 21st century. The new Order transforms...
View ArticleHow Do I Qualify for California LifeLine?
What is California LifeLine?California LifeLine is a state program that provides discounted home phone and cell phone service to eligible households. TruConnect offers qualifying California residents a...
View ArticleiPhone 4 Available In-Store for New and Current CA LifeLine Customers for...
New TruConnect customers and current customers who have had accounts for at least six months can now get a refurbished Apple iPhone 4 for just $30 at a TruConnect retail store. The hottest...
View ArticleJoining TruConnect is Easier When You Bring Your Own Device and Save!
The hassle of learning the ins and outs of a new phone can be a headache when switching to a new mobile carrier. With TruConnect’s Bring Your Own Device there’s no need to waste time transferring your...
View Article10 Useful Tips for Saving Battery Life
Display Brightness This first one is probably pretty widely-known. The brighter your phone is, the more juice that’s being wasted. Even having auto-brightness set can have a negative effect on...
View ArticleUnderstanding TruConnect's New California and Texas Lifeline Plans
TruConnect’s Free Lifeline plans now include more data for California and Texas Customers New California customers that sign up and are approved for TruConnect’s California LifeLine can now get up to...
View ArticleDid the Lifeline Phone Program Just Change?
Did the Lifeline Free Government Phone Program Just Change? Recently the FCC ruled on petitions filed by a number of states and USTelecom to give these Lifeline states and their Lifeline phone service...
View ArticleWhat is the Lifeline Free Government Phone Benefit Port Freeze?
In the 2016 Lifeline Modernization Order released in March by the FCC, one of the key components is the Lifeline benefit port freeze. According to the commission, to further incentivize investment in...
View Article5 Great Apps to Make Your Android Experience Even Better
Keeping your Android phone running smoothly and efficiently can be difficult and time-consuming, especially if you've had your device for awhile. Check out these great apps that will not only help...
View ArticleHow is the California LifeLine Free Government Phones Program Changing in 2017?
The California LifeLine free government smartphones program is undergoing some big changes this year, so read on to learn how they may affect your California LifeLine free cell phone service if you...
View ArticleBring Your Own Device: Next Steps
Is Your Phone Unlocked? If not, you will need to call your service provider and ask them to unlock your phone. To unlock a phone, you must contact the wireless provider you are attempting to move away...
View ArticleWhat Can You Do with 1GB of Data?
Megabyte (MB) and Gigabyte (GB): what do those terms mean and how much data do they offer? The process of figuring out the details can cause quite the headache. That’s why we offer a variety of...
View ArticleTen Apps to Make Your Life Easier
There are apps to assist with pretty much everything. That’s why we asked around, did our research and tested the best “life-hack” (free!) apps that we find most helpful with day-to-day obstacles....
View ArticleFive Places to Take Your Mobile Hotspot Device
Planning a trip to Grandma’s house? The slight panic of not having WiFi gives us the heebie jeebies, too. Owning a mobile hotspot loaded with data is an easy way to stay connected. No need to worry...
View ArticleWhen Free WiFi Fails
One of the worst experiences for many of us is arriving at a place where we expect to have wifi access and it fails to exist. After lugging my 17” laptop into my hotel room, I was excited to upload...
View ArticleWhat’s the Last Resort To Get Your Mobile Device Working?
When all else fails, there is still hope! Your portable WiFi hotspot is working just perfectly until one day, it does not turn on. No wireless internet, no internet service. No response to any button...
View ArticleHow to get up to 1,000 MB FREE mobile Data
What is freemium might you ask? ‘Free’ is one of the sweetest words to our ears. The words free and premium joined together are two great words mixed into one. The definition of freemium according to...
View ArticleHow to Create a Better Wireless Customer Experience
We understand how frustrating poor customer service experiences can be as we have all been in that situation before. Whether it's trying to connect your mobile hotspot to view online movies or get...
View ArticleIf you're on this list, you may need a hotspot
Wifi seems like a no-brainer in 2016. Most people in America enjoy the perks of a modern smartphone including mobile data plans that provide wifi internet access anywhere at any time. With the wide...
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