With sprint 130 bucks buys you a 2 person 1500 minute family plan, which include nights at 7 pm, unlimited txt, unlimited data (including bb bis) and GPS, and TV!!!
verizon just cost a ridiculous amount of money and provides know better service than sprint.
Verizon family plan for two
1400 mins 90 bucks
unlimited txt 30 bucks
two bb bis data 60 bucks
GPSx2 20 bucks
200 bucks with verizon ๐ณ ๐ณ
what up verizon? ๐
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If Verizon provides no better service than Sprint, than please explain to me why my father and I (both w/ VZW) have signal where my mother and sister (both w/ Sprint) can't.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 9:47 AM
Simple, there's no coverage in the area, or their phones are probably a Samsung a420, a640, or LG 225, where the signal is weak on the phones.
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so your one example makes verizon better? it is the other way around in many places. all carriers have their dead spots
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And that's specific to that area. I'd put money on it (big money actually) that there are several areas throughout the country where sprint gets a great signal and VZW phones don't get a signal.
It's different in every area...
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What kind of BB do you have that offers TV?
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Nevermind..I found it! ๐
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VZWookiee said:
verizon just cost a ridiculous amount of money and provides know better service than sprint.
When something is negative or less than use the word "no".
When you're aware of it or have "know"ledge use "know".
What up VZWOOKIE?
When Sprint gets 75% the coverage geographically VZW has come back to us.
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It's actually more than 75%. Verizon may have a larger coverage area, but not by much. I know in my area Sprint actually get service in more places. Also, Sprint has a MUCH larger REV A EVDO service area than Verizon.
By the way, if you are in one of those few areas where Verizon works and Sprint does, just roam on Verizon for FREE!!! Hey, that works.
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All I can say without sounding to negative. You pay for what you get.
You want a cheap plan and service. Go with Sprint but you'll pay for it when it comes to you getting Coverage and good customer service.
You want good customer service and great coverage, it's going to cost.
My friends and I have Verizon and one friend has Sprint and he is always on the phone arguing with them or holding their phone up trying to get a signal.
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allboutvzw said:
All I can say without sounding to negative. You pay for what you get.
You want a cheap plan and service. Go with Sprint but you'll pay for it when it comes to you getting Coverage and good customer service.
You want good customer service and great coverage, it's going to cost.
My friends and I have Verizon and one friend has Sprint and he is always on the phone arguing with them or holding their phone up trying to get a signal.
Customer service is overrated. I have not spoke to a CSR in years. Then again you can do pretty much everything on a GSM network without having to call Mommy ATT and keep her abreast of your nefarious actions. Not so much with Verizon.
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Good points I'm heading down to the Sprint store on my lunch hour.
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VZWookiee said:
Good points I'm heading down to the Sprint store on my lunch hour.
Sprint has the best plans right now. I wish they were GSM and I could use my phone. But alas Im stuck with "terrible" ATT sans contract.
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I've known plenty of people allowed out of contract due to lack or coverage in that area with VZW.
Weird...
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rynels said:
I've known plenty of people allowed out of contract due to lack or coverage in that area with VZW.
Weird...
Really To read these threads there is NO area where Verizon has no coverage.........strange.
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Well it's obvious that no one carrier covers everywhere.
I am a bit bias (work for VZW indirect) but I am very aware that there are places that are dead zones, it just happens.
I do know that there are people let out of contract when moving to an are with no service (happened with customers of mine who moved to Maine).
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๐ Whatever you just said...
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avgjoe you are the biggest dumb sh*t why dont you go to the forum for your suck A** carrier
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nicolie said:
avgjoe you are the biggest dumb sh*t why dont you go to the forum for your suck A** carrier
LOL The truth does sting soetimes and there is no answer but personal attack. Thats ususally when I know I am right (or anyone in a debate. When debate turns into attack...you lose.
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Sort of like your, "Its the 'PHONES StUPID'" comment in reply to my comments?
It takes one to know one!
Gregg
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So go use sprint.
What the point of this stupid post. We all know sprint is cheaper and they are cheaper for a reason. Thats why we have choices in america. I dont mind paying a little more to get a better product. If you dont want to do that, then you dont have to.
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but sprint is just not a little cheaper it's A LOT cheaper!!! i mean C'mon we're really over paying for the same service.
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YOU might think you're overpaying, Im quite comfortable with what my monthly bill is.
And verizons prices are the same as ATT's which is actually a better comparisson for verizon due to their size.
Once again, leave if you think you are paying to much. Starting the same old tired post in a phone forum will get you no where.
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well i want MORE for my money and if you look at my break down it cost A LOT of money to get everything! i cant afford a 200 dollar plus cell bill!
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port then. You control your own pesonal finances, not verizon. It's not verizon's fault that YOU can't afford your cell phone bill.
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i can afford a reasonable bill i dont think 200 hun for gps, data, txt and some minutes is reasonable. with 9 pm nights. ok just saying 130 is an amazing deal that I am strongly considering.
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Do what you gotta do man. Its your call.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 10:21 AM
You may also be eligible for corp. disounts with Sprint, and there's Sprint's SERO offers. sprint.com/sero.
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thanks i did not mean to make anyone mad at this post. i was just shocked about the plan differences, and would like the added features at a price i can afford.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 10:19 AM
Plus, stating the known in a VZW forum, he or she is bound to get a biased answer, and biased comparrisions. It's all about what YOU want, and what's best for YOU. Not you directly to you cwcanty, just giving YOU, an example of the wireless customer.
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i dont know if everyone knows of Sprint brand NEW plans, these are great plans compared to verizon. 130 bucks for all that ๐ฒ
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 10:24 AM
I'm sure most are, but they are happy with Verizon Wireless. I'm sure Verizon works for "them", and some may not want to take a chance on another carrier.
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lol, What now? What now? What? Are you a 10 year old? Once you experience Sprints Customer Service skills, and their crappy service you will change you mind. Of course, with your grammer skills I can see how you like them more. Intelligence would be needed to make a better decision.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 10:30 AM
LOL, Intelligence? Your user name states it all. PERIOD. Also, let me correct you, its 10 years not year, and Sprint's customer service (notice the lower case), also you forgot a comma after crappy service and grammer skills. ROFL!
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Yes, becuase of my name that explains my intelligence level? Stop, you make yourself look bad. Go to the Sprint forums with the rest of your kind.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 11:20 AM
How are you going to ask a question starting with "Yes"? Look, my purpose here in phonescoop, is to help everyone.
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Yet, you're not helping anyone. You know what they say about obsolescence? It should go away. ๐คฃ
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The last sentence in your post was totally lost with me...what are you talking about??
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 10:38 AM
Sorry Chris, "YOU" wasn't directed towards you. I should of stated, it's all about what the customer wants and needs. (coverage, customer service, devices,etc.)
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yeah I would agree. It's about making choices. With several carrier options in the United States, all with various options for their respective customers, You just have to decide what works best for you.
Chris
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I agree 100%, I have one Line of service with Verizon (non-pda) and my bill is like $160 per month. I could get the same plan with Sprint and save myself $60 bucks a month but I really didn't want Sprint. I had Sprint on the past and I hated them. They are a company with no customer ethics.
AT&T's plans were the same as Verizon and in my opinion the Iphone is over-rated and has lots of flaws.
Left me with Verizon and I love my plan with Verizon, it fits my personal needs and I never occur overage charges.
Like (cwcanty) said, there are lots of choices in the US, and you need to pick what is right for you. Verizon has never been known for being cheap and never will be.
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YeanJun 30, 2008, 11:21 AM
Agreed. That's the point I was trying to get across. ๐
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Just my two cents...
Never underestimate the importance of Customer Service. You may go years without having to call but if you ever do, getting something resolved quickly can be very important.
Also, I don't know where you are at but keep in mind Sprint uses primarily the PCS band which has horrible building penetration. When I lived in Scottsdale, I had Sprint for about 2 weeks and I thought their coverage was aweful.
There is a reason why Sprint is losing hundreds of thousands of customer's each month. Just be prepared to get what you pay for.
I know when I was in the US, I had Verizon Wireless and I have Voda now. I have never had a problem with VZW. The thing that sold it for me was driving 75 miles into the El Mapais ...
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Ported to Sprint got two Instinct what an AMAZING phone, verizon doesn't have anything this good!
Anyways verizon has a good network, but i can't afford their prices..voice only plan yes but who wants voice only....not ME! I got everything now! Peace
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I am glad that you found what suits you that is what picking a provider is all about....I just hope you never need to use your phone in Montana
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VZWMT123 said:
I am glad that you found what suits you that is what picking a provider is all about....I just hope you never need to use your phone in Montana
LOL or that little town NJ, Atlantic City
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Congrats, don't leave no change on your bill... Everyone has a company that is for them, Verizon isn't for everyone. I enjoy my Verizon service and I'll pray for you and your Sprint Service
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VZWookie. Congrats on picking the right service for you. I hope everything works out for you and it provides to your needs.
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Sprint has been getting destroyed in net ads and churn...they have been losing millions of customers and dollars...so last effort...Discount plans heavy to try to lure people back in, just waite til you have a problem you need to get resolved with sprint and you will clearly see why it costs less
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yeahright said:
Sprint has been getting destroyed in net ads and churn...they have been losing millions of customers and dollars...so last effort...Discount plans heavy to try to lure people back in, just waite til you have a problem you need to get resolved with sprint and you will clearly see why it costs less
I'll bet you really scared him...
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i could care less, but that is the truth if Sprint was doing better as a company they wouldn't have to give away their service and their cs is the worste in the industry and with the recent job cuts i am sure it is not going to be getting any better
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yeahright said:
i could care less, but that is the truth if Sprint was doing better as a company they wouldn't have to give away their service and their cs is the worste in the industry and with the recent job cuts i am sure it is not going to be getting any better
Some people care about cheap not better, Thats how Hyundai became better. By being cheap and giving good value. Sprint isn't going anywhere and is being perceived as a good value.Thats a first step to positive results.
You Verizon types had better hope Sprint stays down becasue theres where your customers will go should Sprint come back in a big way. It will be at Verizon's expense.
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are you stupid or something? I wasn't even argueing with you...and you verizon types? what the hell does that mean. You answered the exact same way, they are cheap, that is the market they are going for right now because they got destroyed when they were doing the whole network vs. network thing so now they are using price to sell themselves, if it works for you then great, i personally could care less what service you use. You have at&t wiht your nokia...who cares, if that is what works for you then great, if you want sprint because they are offering great plans and prices and could care less about cusotmer service and support then have at it, I am sure as hell not going to loose sleep over it, but personally i also wouldn't want to be on e...
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Yeah, Sprint sucks. I jumped off of that sinking ship before it was too late. Verizon still reigns supreme and I can't wait till we get it in this area. I personally use nTelos, and they actually aren't that bad, aside from a skimpy phone selection. Stay away from Sprint. Period.
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you must be dumb to think sprint can even touch Verizon's net work what company do you sell for??
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nicolie said:
you must be dumb to think sprint can even touch Verizon's net work what company do you sell for??
What you guys don't understand is you are looking at the big picture of network coverage. Many people only care what coverage is like in thier area, Thats why regionals are still selling at a premium. They bring a lot of custopmers who don't care about coverage in South Dakota or Montana.
On a local level Sprint can be just as good as Verizon and a whole lot less expensive as well. Its a great deal for those who don't care about having coverage everywhere.
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QFT.
Some people need coverage everywhere, some need it only in acouple places, some need it in one.
Trust me, I'm one to think that VZW > everyone, but I know that it's not the case in some areas.
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rynels said:
QFT.
Some people need coverage everywhere, some need it only in acouple places, some need it in one.
Trust me, I'm one to think that VZW > everyone, but I know that it's not the case in some areas.
The proof that coverage everywhere is not important is AllTel
In market with both Alltel and VErizon Alltel has MORE cusomers!!!
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Not true, also, you need to take into account the amount of time each carrier had been servicing that area.
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vzman23 said:
Not true, also, you need to take into account the amount of time each carrier had been servicing that area.
Do you even RESEARCH your comments?
First you claim in another post "99% of the people don't care about Roll Over" Im wondering where you discovered that stat or did you just pull it out of your ass....
Guess what Sparky. In ALL of Alltels markets where Verizon also lives they have more subscribers than Verizon. Now THATS a fact. They had a choice and chose ALlTel.
It DOE NOT MATTER hoe long a Carrier has serviced and area AFTER TWO YEARS. Contracts are resigned.
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In ALL of Alltels markets where Verizon also lives they have more subscribers than Verizon.
hate to say joe that you're totally off with that comment.
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Hey Joe, pass whatever you're smoking, it's been a slow day today. But that is expected where we live, considering Verizon enjoys a %70+ market share over Alltel.
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Pretty much the same here. VZW dominates the market...
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llamaJul 3, 2008, 5:54 PM
towards the end of this year?
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llamaJun 30, 2008, 5:10 PM
the word is "too"
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llama said:
the word is "too"
Sentences begin with a Capital letter.....
just saying"
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why do people care about spelling so much here? I'm convinced that people start nailing people for spelling issues when they can't find any other convincing arguement. as long as the word is close and the poster gets the message across, that's fine.
seriously ... are we writing a term paper here or a dissertation?
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yeah i agree those are just uncalled for cheap shots! i doesn't make you cool trying to put ppl down.
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It's pretty stupid when there's a spell check button included on the forum. Obviously that doesn't work for "to, too, and two" or "there, their, and they're," but there really isn't an excuse for it.
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Still those who constantly play phonescoop spelling police are annoying.
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I'm less bothered by them than I am by the people that never graduated second grade English.
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i think you're just coming to the defense of you little lounge buddy llama ๐
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Llama can defend himself if it comes down to it. I hate having to try to decipher some of the messages that are posted here. Some of them are so bad, I just give up halfway through. Some people actually know that they're spelling things incorrectly and continue to do it anyway because they think it makes them look like they're from the ghetto or something. It's retarded. I don't need accents and dialects when I'm trying to read text (unless it's Irvine Welsh). I just need to understand what the hell you're talking about.
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I hear ya. I mean if the post is all garbage then I'm going to have issues. But when its a legitimate post and the message is clear ... people still have the audacity to still correct it and its like petty stuff!
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Where do you draw the line though? I've had a lot of trouble with some posts that others have no problems with. What you see as a clear message may not be clear to everybody.
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llamaJul 1, 2008, 1:18 PM
My point exactly.
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well i think itll be obvious than what we are making it out to be. you know when the post is gargabe ... e.g. DiZ b00z m0biL3.
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Excuse me??? I don't live in the "hood" or "ghetto" but I take offense to that statement because it was just down right rude. Don't assume that all people that live or have lived in the ghetto speak in Ebonics or use slang all the time. There are a lot of intelligent people in this world that grew in up in poor neighborhoods but have made something of themselves. Don't ever make a statement like that again. That statement made you look very ignorant. ๐คจ
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He's a white boy who thinks if you don't type perfectly then you're ghetto!
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MissSLM07 said:
Excuse me??? I don't live in the "hood" or "ghetto" but I take offense to that statement because it was just down right rude. Don't assume that all people that live or have lived in the ghetto speak in Ebonics or use slang all the time. There are a lot of intelligent people in this world that grew in up in poor neighborhoods but have made something of themselves. Don't ever make a statement like that again. That statement made you look very ignorant. ๐คจ
Don't tell me...Obama 08?
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What the hell are you talking about? I didn't say I make assumptions about people. There are people that, when corrected, refuse to change the way they type because they think it makes them look like they're from the ghetto. This is coming from their mouths, not mine. They have to represent where they came from or some other such nonsense. Remember LOS? He is one of those people.
My point (which you missed) is that if everyone typed phonetically the way that they speak, it would be impossible to communicate on this board.
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Well if they refuse to change the way they spell then so be it! Why does it matter to you? I read stuff here all the time that really doesn't make any sense but Im not going to get upset about it. Get over it...not that big of a deal. ๐
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Because the way they speak and the way they type will carry over into job interviews and resumes, making them look less intelligent, and hindering their ability to move up in teh world.
I had one guy tell me that he "prolly could of" done better at a task. I nearly choked trying to hold back my laughter.
It will be a big deal when they realize that they failed to get a job because they insisted on looking stupid.
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And that shoul dhave been "the" instead of "teh" in my reply. Yes, I can spell...can't type to save my life.
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https://www.phonescoop.com/account/user.php?id=128910 »This guy blamed his horrendous misspellings and communication skills on the fact that he's black (or, as he put it, "blak"). I wonder what being black has to do with it, but that's his excuse. In any case, you're looking too deep into the original post. I'm not making any assumptions. I'm just going off what these people say.
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llamaJul 1, 2008, 11:09 PM
robtheman said:
I'm just going off what these people say.
or trying to say...
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I would like to officially kill this thread.
WS
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It's probably best to ask the millions of customers that VZW signs up every quarter why they chose VZW instead of Sprint knowing Spring gives a lot more away for less cost.
If two burger joints existed and the one that sold burgers for $10 was consistantly busier than the one that sold burgers for $8... It'd make ya think... why would someone pay $2 more for the same burger? The $10 burger must taste better... maybe use a higher grade meat?
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๐คฃ but with sprint the burgers are like 1.99 at best! ๐คฃ
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temp_name said:
It's probably best to ask the millions of customers that VZW signs up every quarter why they chose VZW instead of Sprint knowing Spring gives a lot more away for less cost.
If two burger joints existed and the one that sold burgers for $10 was consistantly busier than the one that sold burgers for $8... It'd make ya think... why would someone pay $2 more for the same burger? The $10 burger must taste better... maybe use a higher grade meat?
CAn you say MARKETING and the appeal to those who do not want to have to think? Just like Apple. Keep it simple and they will come. The masses of drones who hate manuals and believe everything they see and hear from marketers.
(See $600 Iphone and ...
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(See $600 Iphone and Millions of customers Verizon signs up) Easy is expensive!!!
Yup, just ask anyone who's ever used an escort service.
WS
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JOPPYJul 5, 2008, 10:03 PM
VZWOOKIE, you make a lot of good point and its understandable why you are considering leaving VZW for Sprint, especially given the poor economy we are in. However, I promise you the level of service and coverage you get with Sprint will never be the same as with VZW. Probably the worse thing that Sprint did was to buy Nextel, their networks are incompatible and they are having such difficulties integrating both networks its not funny.
I can tell you from working at VZW for about 5 years we have many customers who go to Sprint and eventually port back to us because of the lack of service and coverage. Many cutomers go to Sprint attracted by the lower prices just to come back to us.
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"eligible to get 100 bonus mins for no extra money."
Make those for the duration of the contract and not just the next month, and you'll get my attention!
Overdraft protection!
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JOPPYJul 6, 2008, 11:14 PM
If you call customer service they will check your account to see if you are eligible to get up to 100 bonus mins every month for the duration of your contract however it will require a new contract. Not all accounts are eligible and not all of them get 100 mins. some may get 50 mins.
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