Updated
Updated · Thurrott.com · Jun 9
Google Fi Expands 5G to 110-Plus Countries, Cuts Unlimited Premium 50%
Updated
Updated · Thurrott.com · Jun 9

Google Fi Expands 5G to 110-Plus Countries, Cuts Unlimited Premium 50%

3 articles · Updated · Thurrott.com · Jun 9

Summary

  • 23 new locations bring Google Fi’s 5G service to more than 110 countries, with the upgrade included at no extra cost on the Unlimited Premium plan.
  • Pixel phones on Fi now switch faster between international networks using Multiple Enabled Profiles in a single eSIM, while data-only eSIMs can extend coverage to up to five devices.
  • VPN by Google has expanded to more destinations including Japan and South Korea, and Wi-Fi Auto-Connect+ is rolling out beyond North America into select parts of Europe and Asia.
  • Google also streamlined Android setup and added automatic troubleshooting, as it pitches the travel-focused package with 50% off Unlimited Premium for new subscribers through June.

Insights

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