Is it possible for NON-Bias help here???
I have gone to Verizon Corp store, AT&T and Sprint stores.
(Before I forget I am out of contract with Verizon as of 7/1/09, and I also have a pre-paid T-Mobil phone and a Boost phone. So you see I have three different companies at the same time)
I have gone to Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint corp. stores. I have had the chance to use the Tour, Iphone, and the Pre. And I have to tell you, the Iphone was the easiest to use of the three. In case you are wondering all 4 or 5 carriers work here in Gainesville, Fl and in N. Y. So coverage was not a problem with the big three.
I can see now why people here on here are always trash mouthing AT&T on here. It's because Verizon feels threaten By the ease of which the Iphone performs. The Ip...
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(Before I forget I am out of contract with Verizon as of 7/1/09, and I also have a pre-paid T-Mobil phone and a Boost phone. So you see I have three different companies at the same time)
I have gone to Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint corp. stores. I have had the chance to use the Tour, Iphone, and the Pre. And I have to tell you, the Iphone was the easiest to use of the three. In case you are wondering all 4 or 5 carriers work here in Gainesville, Fl and in N. Y. So coverage was not a problem with the big three.
I can see now why people here on here are always trash mouthing AT&T on here. It's because Verizon feels threaten By the ease of which the Iphone performs. The Ip...
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Ok, switch.
And as you can tell, Verizon doesn't need the iPhone. We have always done well with out it. AT&T makes nothing off the iPhone.
And the Tour or the Pre is not suppose to be the iPhone, so why would you even compare it?
And as you can tell, Verizon doesn't need the iPhone. We have always done well with out it. AT&T makes nothing off the iPhone.
And the Tour or the Pre is not suppose to be the iPhone, so why would you even compare it?
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VZW611LA said:
Ok, switch.
And as you can tell, Verizon doesn't need the iPhone. We have always done well with out it. AT&T makes nothing off the iPhone.
And the Tour or the Pre is not suppose to be the iPhone, so why would you even compare it?
The Tour looks like a really fun device. I'd get one if I could afford the data plan, etc.
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Yes, bc AT&T is in the business to just break even. I've never seen anyone trash a carrier so much. It might have some effect if what you actually said, was true. But hardly any of it, ever is!
AT&T loses a bunch on the subsidy of the phone as well as the acquisition costs of getting new customers in the door. But over the course of the 2 year contract, and then some, these become some of the most profitable customers in the industry with their high ARPU.
AT&T loses a bunch on the subsidy of the phone as well as the acquisition costs of getting new customers in the door. But over the course of the 2 year contract, and then some, these become some of the most profitable customers in the industry with their high ARPU.
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Yes, you like the iphone. We seriously get it. You don't need to make a new post every couple of weeks praising it on the Verizon forums.
Why do you insist on making the same basic post over and over again?
Why do you insist on making the same basic post over and over again?
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For real. It's like he thinks were going to get Verizon to get a phone just for him. There are some really great smart phones coming out very soon. Andriod, HTC, Smasung, etc.
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I really want an Android phone. my upgrade is up in september.. I might hold out on getting the Tour if a decent Android device looks like it's on its way.
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Before someone says I am just making fun of him:
July 16
https://www.phonescoop.com/carriers/forum.php?fm=m&f ... »
June27
https://www.phonescoop.com/carriers/forum.php?fm=m&f ... »
Ironically, before this you were complaining about how there seemed to be so many touch screens because of the difficulties with texting. I use the ipod touch, and while I like the device, typing on it is more frustrating than any other touch screen I've tried (save the Glyde)
On top of that Chapperal, you didn't ask for a single bit of help in your post. So, what is it, exactly, you want non biased help with?
July 16
https://www.phonescoop.com/carriers/forum.php?fm=m&f ... »
June27
https://www.phonescoop.com/carriers/forum.php?fm=m&f ... »
Ironically, before this you were complaining about how there seemed to be so many touch screens because of the difficulties with texting. I use the ipod touch, and while I like the device, typing on it is more frustrating than any other touch screen I've tried (save the Glyde)
On top of that Chapperal, you didn't ask for a single bit of help in your post. So, what is it, exactly, you want non biased help with?
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I must not be posting enough lately, or you might have excluded me from the biased group.
In all seriousness, you're right on many aspects. When signal isn't the issue, you have to weigh other issues. For instance, a Blackberry is going to be pretty solid on 3G services on Verizon or Sprint, but you'll find they teeter between 3G and 2G on AT&T, as does the iPhone.
If you're not on the web that much, no big deal. I'm on the web a lot during the day, and I just spent a week in a 2G only area on extended network (roaming without paying roaming fees) and it was painfully hard while using the web. If I knowingly pick up a device known to switch between 2/3G speeds on any carrier, I'd be having some serious second doubts. AT&T is sti...
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In all seriousness, you're right on many aspects. When signal isn't the issue, you have to weigh other issues. For instance, a Blackberry is going to be pretty solid on 3G services on Verizon or Sprint, but you'll find they teeter between 3G and 2G on AT&T, as does the iPhone.
If you're not on the web that much, no big deal. I'm on the web a lot during the day, and I just spent a week in a 2G only area on extended network (roaming without paying roaming fees) and it was painfully hard while using the web. If I knowingly pick up a device known to switch between 2/3G speeds on any carrier, I'd be having some serious second doubts. AT&T is sti...
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I tell people my solution to this all the time...
I have Verizon, and love the Blackberry platform. I just got the Tour when it came out and its the best phone I have ever used. However, I like the idea of what the iphone can do...so I also have an ipod touch...simple solution...
I have Verizon, and love the Blackberry platform. I just got the Tour when it came out and its the best phone I have ever used. However, I like the idea of what the iphone can do...so I also have an ipod touch...simple solution...
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Seems silly to make a post asking for help and then not have question anywhere in the post to be answered. What's your point? Ask a question and you might get some answers.
You won't like them all. This IS the internet and Menno and jayshmay has just as much poo to fling as I do. That's reality. If you don't like it, you can pull a the_eraser and find some other place to hang your hat. Welcome to Phonescoop.
You won't like them all. This IS the internet and Menno and jayshmay has just as much poo to fling as I do. That's reality. If you don't like it, you can pull a the_eraser and find some other place to hang your hat. Welcome to Phonescoop.
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I'd only consider AT&T or Verizon because in my experience, both carriers are best for voice coverage, which is all I really care about.
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The Iphone is a pretty nice device and easy to use, if only my local ATT store ever had any in stock. 😕
I get the hunch that VZW may have learned from ATT's mistake and we probably won't see an iPhone on VZW's network until they roll out LTE. As not to have the network congestion ATT now suffers and is scrambling to fix.
I get the hunch that VZW may have learned from ATT's mistake and we probably won't see an iPhone on VZW's network until they roll out LTE. As not to have the network congestion ATT now suffers and is scrambling to fix.
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andy2373 said:
I get the hunch that VZW may have learned from ATT's mistake and we probably won't see an iPhone on VZW's network until they roll out LTE. As not to have the network congestion ATT now suffers and is scrambling to fix.
You do need to remember that on CDMA data congestion has zero impact on voice network quality. If VZW had the exact same 3G network spectrum capacity and 2G network spectrum capacity as AT&T, in the exact same geographical areas, then VZW would still get fewer complaints about crappy service because CDMA treats data different.
If your youtube stream gets delayed and buffers for 30 seconds instead of 20 seconds before it starts playing, you're not likely to call in and cons...
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I don't normally comment on the posts I see on here but this one kinda caught my eye. First off, Chapperal, based on what you've posted in the past it is very obvious that you like the iPhone more than any other device on any carrier. Here's my take on it: the iPhone is a great device to play with and it's definitely one of the easiest smartphones to use. Despite what I hear from many of my fellow verizon employees, I agree that the iphone is probably the #1 reason why customers have switched to AT&T recently and it will be a huge boost to the company whenever we start selling it. Having said that, I see it as more of a toy than an actual smartphone. For business customers, which are who Verizon is really trying to make a major push towa...
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What exactly is your question here? You've posted this same type of post several times.
Bottom line? Go with the carrier, phone, and plan that works for you.
If you're such an "adult" as you stated in your post, then go make an adult decision already. All three phones you listed have pros and cons, so figure out what works within your life. We can't tell YOU what YOU need in a device.
Just my 2 cents...
Chris
Bottom line? Go with the carrier, phone, and plan that works for you.
If you're such an "adult" as you stated in your post, then go make an adult decision already. All three phones you listed have pros and cons, so figure out what works within your life. We can't tell YOU what YOU need in a device.
Just my 2 cents...
Chris
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