T-Mobile is now going to dictate where you can use its 5G internet

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Anam Hamid is a computer scientist turned tech journalist who has a keen interest in the tech world, with a particular focus on smartphones and tablets. She has previously written for Android Headlines and has also been a ghostwriter for several tech and car publications.

's Home Internet uses over-the-air 5G, you should be able to use it anywhere where 5G is available. Since it's officially billed as an alternative to wired connection though, you are technically only allowed to use it at one address. has another plan specifically for those who want to be able to connect to 5G on the go, the carrier is now trying to restrict where you can use the device.

The device already had an integrated GPS but it was never put to use. Now we know why it was there: to track users to enforce location requirements.is going to track where you are using your Home Internet plan and notify you if you use it at a location different than the approved address. The carrier tries to justify this address validation by saying that its home internet services are designed to be used at specific place with sufficient capacity to ensure a good experience.customers using their gateway at any location other than the address they signed up at will be asked to either move back their gateway, change the address on their account, or switch to a new plan.

Most users are likely to be annoyed at the policy for different reasons. For instance, until now, it was possible to use Home Internet even in areas where is wasn't officially available by using an alternate address and now that won't be possible. Some might be shocked that Anam is not a tech hoarder and believes in using her gadgets for as long as possible.

 

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