WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? - Page 2

shilala · 03-31-2010, 05:36 AM

It's odd how coverage runs.
I live in the sticks. My iphone gets way better reception than any of my previous Verizon phones. Even the worst dead spots with Verizon are gone. I don't have any areas locally where I don't have reception.
My biggest fear with Verizon getting the iphone is that they'll cripple the OS and screw up a wonderful thing so they can nickel dime everyone to death. I know the rumor has been hanging out there for a long time, I just can't see Verizon agreeing to NOT screw up the phone's OS to serve their own business model.
Time will tell, I suppose...

kenstogie · 03-31-2010, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by shilala

My biggest fear with Verizon getting the iphone is that they'll cripple the OS and screw up a wonderful thing so they can nickel dime everyone to death. ...

I USED to have a Verizon plan and they seemed to nickel and dime me to death. THey also only gave out refurbished phones when a new one went south, which may be the standard SOP for cell service companies but doesn't seem right either.

jmsremax · 03-31-2010, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by kenstogie

I USED to have a Verizon plan and they seemed to nickel and dime me to death. THey also only gave out refurbished phones when a new one went south, which may be the standard SOP for cell service companies but doesn't seem right either.

All the companies do this....I remember when I got a refurb....after two days of problems I complained to Verizon and they gave me a new phone right then and there.

kgoings · 03-31-2010, 07:11 AM

AT&T has the coverage you are looking for.

Commander Quan · 03-31-2010, 08:37 AM

IF and that's a big IF Verizon actually gets the Iphone I hope they don't ruin it will all their own software they they always package on every phone. But other than that I have never had any problems with their service.

sikk50 · 03-31-2010, 02:00 PM

My 3g is ready for upgrade about the time these new ones come out (bought my 3g the day after they were released). As long as AT&T keep selling iBones I'm a happy camper.

Here's why: I love my iBone more than any other smart phone I've owned. I would never picture myself owning any other phone now. (oddly enough I hate apple computers, go figure). I don't care for AT&T but I'll tell you this they have treated me much much better than verizon ever did. It's almost like I'm a human being to them or something.

Personaly I hope Verizon does get the iPhone, not exclusively of course, but I think it would be good. Make no doubt there are tons of people who want the iPhone but can't or don't want to switch cariers. There's no reason for a phone in this day and age to be tied to only one carier.

Just my $.02

rack04 · 03-31-2010, 02:03 PM

I recently switched to AT&T from Verizon Wireless due to my wife wanting an iPhone and I can't tell any difference in the coverage between AT&T and Verizon Wireless.

bvilchez · 03-31-2010, 02:40 PM

I guess customer service depends on the individual, which is no the way it should be or course. I've been with Verizon now for a few years and haven't had any issues with their phone service or customer service.

My wife and I have Verizon FIOS at home so we do the One-Bill as well which is VERY convenient. I'm not saying they don't but I'm unsure if AT&T carries the same service.

One thing is for certain-my wife and I will wait about a 6 months - 1 year before we get an iPhone released with Verizon. Do you remember when iPhone was released with AT&T there were a few bugs and glitches. I believe there wiil be the same with Verizon. Give it time upon release to see those glitches be fixed.
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03-31-2010, 05:36 AM	#1
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? It's odd how coverage runs. I live in the sticks. My iphone gets way better reception than any of my previous Verizon phones. Even the worst dead spots with Verizon are gone. I don't have any areas locally where I don't have reception. My biggest fear with Verizon getting the iphone is that they'll cripple the OS and screw up a wonderful thing so they can nickel dime everyone to death. I know the rumor has been hanging out there for a long time, I just can't see Verizon agreeing to NOT screw up the phone's OS to serve their own business model. Time will tell, I suppose... __________________

03-31-2010, 07:11 AM	#4
kgoings Cigarologist Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kirk Location: Highlands Ranch, Co Posts: 1,979 Trading: (42)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? AT&T has the coverage you are looking for. __________________ Your silly little opinion has been noted!

03-31-2010, 08:37 AM	#5
Commander Quan Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Derrick Location: Canton, OH Posts: 966 Trading: (4)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? IF and that's a big IF Verizon actually gets the Iphone I hope they don't ruin it will all their own software they they always package on every phone. But other than that I have never had any problems with their service.

03-31-2010, 02:00 PM	#6
sikk50 Just Bored Really... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The Jefferson State Posts: 2,084 Trading: (13)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? My 3g is ready for upgrade about the time these new ones come out (bought my 3g the day after they were released). As long as AT&T keep selling iBones I'm a happy camper. Here's why: I love my iBone more than any other smart phone I've owned. I would never picture myself owning any other phone now. (oddly enough I hate apple computers, go figure). I don't care for AT&T but I'll tell you this they have treated me much much better than verizon ever did. It's almost like I'm a human being to them or something. Personaly I hope Verizon does get the iPhone, not exclusively of course, but I think it would be good. Make no doubt there are tons of people who want the iPhone but can't or don't want to switch cariers. There's no reason for a phone in this day and age to be tied to only one carier. Just my $.02 __________________ "Not a Headache in a Hogshead"

03-31-2010, 02:03 PM	#7
rack04 Lebowski Urban Achiever Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Justin Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,023 Trading: (20)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? I recently switched to AT&T from Verizon Wireless due to my wife wanting an iPhone and I can't tell any difference in the coverage between AT&T and Verizon Wireless. __________________ "Why don't you put them in your secret compartment" - 12stones (Ricky)

03-31-2010, 02:40 PM	#8
bvilchez En búsqueda..... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bolivar aka Jay Location: Back in SoCal Posts: 3,202 Trading: (76)	Re: WSJ article on Verizon's Iphone?!? I guess customer service depends on the individual, which is no the way it should be or course. I've been with Verizon now for a few years and haven't had any issues with their phone service or customer service. My wife and I have Verizon FIOS at home so we do the One-Bill as well which is VERY convenient. I'm not saying they don't but I'm unsure if AT&T carries the same service. One thing is for certain-my wife and I will wait about a 6 months - 1 year before we get an iPhone released with Verizon. Do you remember when iPhone was released with AT&T there were a few bugs and glitches. I believe there wiil be the same with Verizon. Give it time upon release to see those glitches be fixed. Posted via Mobile Device