
What you need to know
- T-Mobile is buying most of U.S. Cellular's wireless operations for $4.4 billion with an additional debt of $2 billion.
- The deal aims to improve mobile service, especially 5G access in rural areas.
- U.S. Cellular customers can retain their current plans or switch to T-Mobile, which could offer lower prices and more benefits.
- The acquisition comes just after T-Mobile agreed to purchase Mint Mobile and Ultra Mobile.