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FCC Acts to Bring More Uniform Approach to Handset Unlocking Rules
January 13, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2026:

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FCC Acts to Bring More Uniform Approach to Handset Unlocking Rules

FCC Waives 2007 Rule that Incentivized Handset Theft and Fraud

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The Federal Communications Commission today took action to bring a more uniform approach to its handset unlocking rules that will benefit consumers. The action also closes a loophole t . . .

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