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Phone, TV & internet

Everything on the site about phone, tv & internet: practices to vote on, common pricing problems, and the tactics companies use to charge more.

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Smart TVs tracking what you watch

Is it fair for your smart TV to track what you watch and use it to sell ads?

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Phone location data sold by apps and carriers

Is it fair for apps and phone companies to sell records of where you go?

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Common pricing problems

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Streaming services

Track trials, price hikes and stacked services. Your library card may stream for free.

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Internet, cable and phone bills

Promo rates that expire, equipment fees and add-on charges

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Phone insurance and device protection

Monthly phone protection adds up. Check deductibles and coverage you already have.

How companies charge more

Ads in paid plans

Ads added to paid plans and basic features moved to premium. What changed and what to do.

Exit fees

Charges for cancelling early, returning equipment, closing an account or moving your money.

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