How long until I'm an actual Verizon customer?
No one really knows I dont think when they will start.
I know they are still upgrading Alltel's Towers to Rev A EVDO.
But, it will not be long until it gets under way.
And yes, you can upgrade to a Verizon phone and Plan when Verizon gets to your area with no ETF.
Just another option also but it depends on your current contract. You can call Verizon and ask them to see if your market is divested or not. If its not divested and you are 5 months or less away from your contract end date with Alltel. You can actually port your number to Verizon now and have your etf credited through alltel and the activation fee credited through Verizon. Hope that helps 😉