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T-Mobile to charge $5/month for Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature
Key points
- iPhone Handoff allows one phone number across two iPhones.
- T-Mobile will charge $5/month for the feature.
- Deutsche Telekom includes Handoff with its MultiSIM service.
- Apple's support page notes potential carrier fees.
T-Mobile's Pricing for iPhone Handoff
T-Mobile has announced a $5 per month charge for customers wishing to use Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature. This feature, part of iOS 27, enables users to share a single phone number across two different iPhones, with the number instantly active on whichever device is picked up.
Apple's Announcement and Carrier Details
Apple introduced iPhone Handoff during its "Surprise and Shine" event, highlighting its ability to improve connectivity and facilitate transitions between cellular and Wi-Fi networks. Apple stated that T-Mobile and Telekom Germany would support the feature at launch, with Verizon and EE adding support later in the year. However, Apple did not disclose any potential carrier fees during its presentation.
Carrier Fees and MultiSIM Integration
Apple's support page for iPhone Handoff indicates that "carrier fees might apply" and advises customers to contact their carriers for details. While T-Mobile has set a direct monthly fee, Deutsche Telekom, which also supports the feature, does not charge a separate fee specifically for iPhone Handoff. Instead, it is integrated into their MultiSIM offering, which costs €6.95 per month, though some plans include one MultiSIM without additional cost.
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T-Mobile will charge customers $5 per month to use Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature, which allows a single phone number to be used across two iPhones. This pricing detail was not announced by Apple but confirmed by T-Mobile, while Deutsche Telekom integrates it into their existing MultiSIM offering.