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Voice/Data and WIMAX?

stivob

Mar 25, 2010, 8:49 AM
Now I want to know if you can talk and use WIMAX data at the same time and how much extra WIMAX will cost on a phone...
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jbuckbock

Mar 25, 2010, 10:23 AM
I'm not certain, but while in 4G coverage, you would access data through the phone's WiMAX radio/receiver. The phone could then use its 3G-CDMA radio to make voice calls.

This is just speculation but it seems the hardware will allow simultaneous use of 3G voice and 4G data. But no one knows how Sprint and HTC will actually implement theses capabilities.

Also, I imagine 4G services will be comparable in price to current data plans. Currently, Sprint offers 3G/4G connection card plans at the same cost now as their 3G only cards.

Let's not be naive, though, I'm sure realizing the phones capability to act as a WiFi hot spot will have come at an additional cost. But I don't believe it will be any more expensive than Verizon's Pre Plu...
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kinster02

May 13, 2010, 3:27 AM
Yes, its been confirmed as of today and wimax service is a mandatory 10$ fee.
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