News of Note—Sprint’s 50% off iPhone X, FTC’s OS update recommendations, AT&T’s Galaxy S9 pricing and more

Here are the other stories we’re chasing today:

> AT&T said it will match Sprint’s pricing for the Samsung Galaxy S9. Phone Scoop article

> Ericsson released its annual report for 2017. Release

> Sprint said its new offer for the iPhone X provides a 50% discount on the device. Release

> Toyota announced a new company dedicated to self-driving cars. Wall Street Journal article

> The FTC issued guidelines to smartphone makers encouraging them to provide frequent security updates. Release