AT&T Raises early term fee for iPhone users

[BarTopDancer]

Story here (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5ir5vQDbNFM_NImfGF37TpRI6zkqQD9FREDQG0).

I think also falls under the contract change rules that allow you to term your contract without paying any fees.

[keith - SuPeR K!]

That looks to me to be a sign that the iPhone will finally be offered on other carriers.

[Disneyphile]

I know someone who can unlock iPhones for use on other carriers. :D

[Morrigoon]

I read that the same way, ABG. Hoping hoping hoping that Verizon will get it in June

[€uroMeinke]

I know someone who can unlock iPhones for use on other carriers. :D

They are still GSM phones, so you would have to use them on GSM networks which is pretty much AT&T or T-Mobile.

[Kevy Baby]

...ABG.??? She hasn't posted in this thread.

[BarTopDancer]

It is extremely unlikely that VZ is going to get an iPhone or a version of the iPhone before 2012, maybe longer since AT&T is now the sole provider of the data service for the iPad.

[flippyshark]

I have a primitive T-mobile phone, and if that network hooks up with iPhone, I might conceivably get one, though I have worked out so many strategies with my lovely wi-fi iPad, I'm not convinced I need to change anything. I agree with the OP, though. I'll be watching with interest.

[Morrigoon]

Oops! SuperK

[Kevy Baby]

It is extremely unlikely that VZ is going to get an iPhone or a version of the iPhone before 2012, maybe longer since AT&T is now the sole provider of the data service for the iPad.Not only is Verizon still in the hunt, there have been some rumblings about Sprint (http://www.macrumors.com/2010/05/23/sprint-to-also-get-iphone-this-year/) now.

[wendybeth]

It is extremely unlikely that VZ is going to get an iPhone or a version of the iPhone before 2012, maybe longer since AT&T is now the sole provider of the data service for the iPad.
I've heard rumors to the contrary......

[BarTopDancer]

I've heard rumors to the contrary......

And we're both hearing from people who work for the company.

[bewitched]

And we're both hearing from people who work for the company.

Someone I know who works for Verizon insists that they are supposedly getting the iPhone this year.

Someone I know from AT&T insists they are being told no one else will have the iPhone until 2012 at the very earliest.

I say there are only probably a handful of people who really know one way or the other-- and they are sworn to secrecy.

[Not Afraid]

Maybe one of the people in the know will end up at a bar, get drunk and tell all (with a little bit of cash encouragement).

[BarTopDancer]

I will believe another carrier will have the iPhone when they have an actual press release stating it is coming out. I'm not holding out any sort of hope until 2012. I really like the iPhone but I'm totally in phone-love with my Android.

I can't wait to see what new technology is coming down the pipes.

[bewitched]

Oh, and someone I know who works for Sprint doesn't know what the fvck is going on...which seems about par for the course. :p

[Kevy Baby]

I can't wait to see what new technology is coming down the pipes.Cerebral implants

[wendybeth]

I will believe another carrier will have the iPhone when they have an actual press release stating it is coming out. I'm not holding out any sort of hope until 2012. I really like the iPhone but I'm totally in phone-love with my Android.

I can't wait to see what new technology is coming down the pipes.


Eric has the Android as well, and he has a lot of fun with it. He was sitting out on the deck listening to the police scanner app earlier this evening. It was funny- there was a call to a local scummy motel to see about a guy who thought he was in California....

[BarTopDancer]

Which Android does he have? I have the HTC Magic from T-Mobile. The screen is a little small but I'll make do until it's time to upgrade.

[wendybeth]

Eric has the same, but he's looking at getting the Incredible.

[wendybeth]

Freedom!!!!! :D

http://mashable.com/2011/01/12/jon-stewart-offers-take-on-verizon-iphone-deal/?hpt=Sbin

[BarTopDancer]

And this thread could be retitled "Verizon ends its New Every Two" (and I think it changed its early termination fees too).

Sadly, what kept me from the AT&T iPhone (besides the hatred for AT&T) is the $90 a month plan for basics. It's going to be that much for VZ iPhone too.

[Not Afraid]

The service will probably be better, but you can't multi-task with CDMA service, so it makes no difference for me. I use my phone constantly and am always doing multiple things with it at the same time. Maybe that will change by the time my AT&T contract is up. Meanwhile, other than at home, I don't find the service terribly problematic - and I'm all over the place all day long. But, service at home would be nice.

[BarTopDancer]

But, service at home would be nice.

Your phone works fine on the front porch. :confused:

[innerSpaceman]

Heheh, I'm the same way. My service is pretty much fine everywhere. Except at home, which kinda hasta change.

So, I'm gonna look into switching, but may not end up doing it.

I think I'm grandfathered into some cheaper AT&T plan that's not available anymore. Sheesh, my cell bill is plenty high enough already -- if switching to Verizon would cost me even more each month, then I'll stick with spotty cell service at home.

[katiesue]

I already have verizon. But I'm happy with my droid and I don't see any big reason to switch at this point.

[Ghoulish Delight]

If the sprint iPhone appears, I'd consider it. But we're really happy with Sprint and the Android phone options are just fine by me. I have no doubt I'd like the iPhone, but I don't doubt I'd like an Android phone. So no real draw for me away from Sprint.

[Kevy Baby]

The deal maker when we switched to the iPhone (from T-Mobile) was that fact that I COULD get service at home (couldn't on T-Mobile).

The lack of multi-tasking capability on Verizon makes switching doubtful.

[lindyhop]

My cell phone service at home was iffy until I switched from Sprint to ATT.

[BarTopDancer]

I love the Android platform and I am happy with T-Mobile reception. I hate my Android phone (too slow, screen is too small). If T-Mobile doesn't come out with something comparable to the Incredible or X I'm going to have to switch. If I switch it will be to VZ after I find the money tree.

[innerSpaceman]

Random iPhone 4 question: Did they eliminate the Percentage # next to the Remaining Battery Life display? Or can you turn that handy feature back on?

[CoasterMatt]

Rose's Verizon iPhone arrived today. Despite FedEx's best efforts.

[Moonliner]

Rose's Verizon iPhone arrived today. Despite FedEx's best efforts.

And it comes with an extra special surprise from Verizon (http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/02/iphone-verizon-sucks/)!

[Kevy Baby]

Random iPhone 4 question: Did they eliminate the Percentage # next to the Remaining Battery Life display? Or can you turn that handy feature back on?Go to Settings > General > Usage (which is a weird place) and the first item is Percentage - turn it to "On"

[Kevy Baby]

And it comes with an extra special surprise from Verizon (http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/02/iphone-verizon-sucks/)!Ya kinda know what to expect when the link to the story includes "iphone-verizon-sucks/" :D

[BarTopDancer]

And it comes with an extra special surprise from Verizon (http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/02/iphone-verizon-sucks/)!

Old news.

[innerSpaceman]

Go to Settings > General > Usage (which is a weird place) and the first item is Percentage - turn it to "On"

Yeah, sorta weird place - but kinda makes sense. Thanks!