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Joe Paonessa

Joe Paonessa
Joe Paonessa is the founder of BestMVNO.com. He started BestMVNO in 2013, because like many of you, he was unhappy with the high price he was paying his wireless provider for cell phone service. After researching how to cut costs on his phone bill, he came across the terms MVNO and prepaid wireless, and learned there was a way he could keep using his favorite network without having to pay a premium price for it.

Through BestMVNO.com, Joe shares his research and experiences with MVNOs and prepaid wireless providers, helping others learn how to save money on their phone bills. Joe's current providers are Total Wireless and MobileX. When he's not working on BestMVNO, you may find Joe playing pickleball or going out for a run. For inquiries use the contact button.

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T-Mobile Updates Ultra Mobile’s Plans With More Data and Features

By Joe Paonessa • 07/04/25

Ultra Mobile, via T-Mobile, announced several updates to its prepaid wireless plans, adding more high-speed data and international features for customers at the same monthly p...

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Ultra Mobile Flash Sale Will Get You 3 Months of Unlimited For $20/Mo

By Joe Paonessa • 06/25/25

T-Mobile owned Ultra Mobile has just launched a couple of flash sales. One offer will get you a three month truly unlimited on-device 5G data plan for an average cost of $20/m...

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US Mobile Deal Will Get You A Pixel 9 for $249

By Joe Paonessa • 06/24/25

US Mobile has just released a new deal. Both current and new customers can get a Google Pixel 9 for just $249. The terms vary slightly depending on your customer status. New C...

A promotional image for Klarna's wireless service featuring a red smartphone displaying a 5G+ signal, a call from Jane Smith, and Klarna-themed app icons. On the left side, large white text reads “Klarna. Say Hello To Unlimited Freedom.” On the phone screen, a pink widget states “UNLIMITED 5G DATA $40/MONTH.” The background is a smooth purple gradient.

Klarna Launching Unlimited 5G Data Plan for $40/Month

By Joe Paonessa • 06/19/25

Klarna, the Swedish fintech giant known for its buy now, pay later services, is entering the wireless industry. Powered by the Gigs platform, Klarna will offer a truly unlimit...

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T-Mobile Prepaid’s Plan Updates Are a Mixed Bag and You Probably Shouldn’t Sign Up for Them

By Joe Paonessa • 06/19/25

T-Mobile is rolling out new prepaid plans starting June 24. Thanks to Max Hietpas for sharing the early details with BestMVNO. The update includes three revised (or new) plans...

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Trump Family Launches Trump Mobile: 20GB 5G Plan for $47.45/Month

By Joe Paonessa • 06/16/25

The Trump family has entered the wireless market with the launch of Trump Mobile, a new phone service announced via press release on Trump.com. Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump...

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Tello’s 35GB Plan Is Once Again $15/Month for 3 Months

By Joe Paonessa • 06/14/25

Tello Mobile has relaunched a promo. New customers can get Tello’s flagship unlimited plan for $15/month for their first three months of service. Normally priced at $25/month,...

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Mint Mobile Brings Back “Any 3-Month Plan for $15” Promo

By Joe Paonessa • 06/14/25

Mint Mobile has revived one of its recurring promotions. For a limited time, new customers can get any Mint Mobile plan for just $15/month for their first three months. Taxes...

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Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett Launch SmartLess Mobile on T-Mobile’s Network

By Joe Paonessa • 06/10/25

Actors and podcast co-hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett have launched SmartLess Mobile, a new wireless service that operates on the T-Mobile network. The trio,...

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Selectel Wireless Has Quietly Been Expanding Through The Addition of Branded Stores

By Joe Paonessa • 06/06/25

Last September, NWIDA reported that Selectel Wireless had acquired several independent wireless dealers and cell phone repair shops. Now, a new prepaid report from Wave7 Resea...

A smiling young couple takes a selfie together in front of a red background, next to a large promotional banner for Cube Mobile. The banner reads 'Get 3 months Free + 50% off for 9 months. Available for the first 10,000 customers only!' and advertises their flagship plan with 50GB of data for $50.

Cube Mobile Has Officially Launched With All Plans Free for a Limited Time

By Joe Paonessa • 06/04/25

Back in March, BestMVNO reported that LycaMobile was prepping the launch of another brand, Cube Mobile. At that time, some test websites for the brand were discovered, but the...

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PureTalk Has A New Celebrity Endorser in Mike Rowe

By Joe Paonessa • 06/04/25

PureTalk has announced a partnership with Mike Rowe, the well-known producer, podcaster, and TV personality best recognized for his work on “Dirty Jobs” and “Deadliest Catch.”...

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US Mobile Launches Buy One Unlimited Annual Plan Get One Free

By Joe Paonessa • 06/03/25

US Mobile has launched an aggressive promo for new customers: buy one unlimited annual plan and get one of lesser value for free. This “buy one, get one” (BOGO) offer is avail...

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Ultra Mobile Revives $20/Month Unlimited 5G Data Annual Plan Deal

By Joe Paonessa • 05/26/25

During Black Friday 2024, Ultra Mobile offered a limited-time deal: 50% off its truly unlimited 5G data plan, bringing the price down to $20/month. That offer is now back, uns...

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Walmart Family Mobile Rebrands and Lowers Entry Level Pricing to $19.88/Month

By Joe Paonessa • 05/24/25

Walmart Family Mobile is getting new life as a Verizon Value brand. Like other brands in the Verizon Value portfolio, it has been refreshed with updated plans, new free and di...