New York is forcing T-Mobile to stop putting data caps on low-income home internet plans
Engadget • 11/11/2026 – 11/12/2026
Summary
New York is requiring T-Mobile to eliminate data caps on low-income home internet plans. The company had been throttling speeds for plans provided under the Affordable Broadband Act.
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StatusActive
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