APPLE'S IPHONE HANDOFF FEATURE COSTS $5/MO ON T-MOBILE

iPhone Handoff enables seamless device switching and continuity between Apple devices. T-Mobile becomes the first carrier to offer the feature, bundling it as a paid add-on rather than including it standard with iOS. The $5 monthly cost applies exclusively to T-Mobile's US network at launch. Apple has not announced pricing for other carriers or whether the feature will eventually roll out to non-T-Mobile subscribers. Handoff technology has been central to Apple's ecosystem for years, allowing users to start tasks on one device and continue on another. This marks a shift toward carrier-specific monetization of previously standard Apple features. Apple's decision to partner with T-Mobile first suggests potential carrier agreements and revenue-sharing arrangements. Details on whether other US carriers will offer Handoff—and at what cost—remain unclear.