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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unveils a proposal aimed at simplifying the process for consumers to unlock their cell phones when switching service providers. Announced on Thursday, the proposed rule mandates that telecom companies unlock devices within 60 days of activation, a significant shift from the current scenario where no specific timetable exists.
The FCC's initiative addresses a common consumer grievance: the difficulty in switching mobile service providers due to locked phones. By imposing a 60-day unlocking requirement, the FCC hopes to alleviate the frustrations many consumers. . .
