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AT&T New Unlimited Data Plan!.. (10238976 MB allowace)

Has anyone recently checked their AT&T account in regards to their unlimited LTE data plan?
My features are correct when checked "LTE Smartphone unlimited personal add-on", selected
Usage data usage reports 545.64 of 10238976 MB
The ? mark bubble when hovered states:
"You have the 10238976 MB data plan. When you reach your data plan limit,
an additional 1KB will be automatically added at a cost of $null.
Your Data usage is current as of 09:06:34 11/20/2011"
(I'm glad my math skills still works 9999GB, it will be my mission to get as close to that limit as possible!)

138.6MB of Unlimited. This is via *DATA#
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check out the thread about being throttled.
after 5.1gb i went from 50mb/s to 100k/s
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Mine had that listed earlier this week but now it says Unlimited again.
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That is 9,999GB. Do you really think you'll go over that? Computers use numbers; I'm sure its just some sort of visual representation, while also being ridiculously large to ensure you don't surpass it.

How did you get that plan option? or is it just a grandfathered plan?

Jay A whY said:
it will be my mission to get as close to that limit as possible!)
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this^^ is why there is no unlimited anymore.

DANIEL133337 said:
How did you get that plan option? or is it just a grandfathered plan?
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Yeah it's from being grandfathered in.

nicknations said:
this^^ is why there is no unlimited anymore.
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Maybe he intends to download the internet...whole thing
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nicknations said:
this^^ is why there is no unlimited anymore.
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"Did I do that?" (The great Steve Urkel)
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Jay A whY said:
Usage data usage reports 545.64 of 10238976 MB
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mine says the same

groves226 said:
check out the thread about being throttled.
after 5.1gb i went from 50mb/s to 100k/s
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LOL!!!! AT&T strikes again. So what's the point of using LTE if its constantly throttled?

exactly.
vz isnt much better.. id kinda rather be throttled then get overage charges weekly (if i was on any other carrier or on a tiered plan with att)
will make another complaint to the fcc this time it will be on price fixing between the big three.
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groves226 said:
check out the thread about being throttled.
after 5.1gb i went from 50mb/s to 100k/s
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That sucks! Denver doesn't have LTE yet, but I decided to sell my Skyrocket on eBay. Didn't want to be throttled on the LTE plan when only using HSPA+.. I average at least 5 - 6GB a month.. wasn't going to stick around and find out if I reached the top 5% on the LTE plan, when only using the slower network.
I'll wait until more coverage becomes active and reaching the top 5% is a long shot!
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I've heard people getting hit and they were less than 5GB, lte is getting shafted, and shafted hard.
Dangit, now I want to watch shaft.....
he's the man.....
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nicknations said:
this^^ is why there is no unlimited anymore.
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There's not unlimited anymore because AT&T doesn't want it around, point blank. It has very little to do with the users. It's statements such as yours that justifies their actions and allows them to slide under the radar. Don't blame your peers, blame the company gouging you for profits.
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I only have 1 GB on my data and got throttled so.. .
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i never had any problems!!!!! And i used to be heavy users i still do sometimes now just hav laptop everywhere so don't use phone alot plus this is without tethering.

Mine still says: 5287.95 MB of Unlimited, and I have 20 days left in my cycle and I have never been throttled with my data usage and no, I don't tether but I do stream alot of movies to my phone, which is a Nokia N8 (a non-smartphone in the eyes of AT&T) I love how I can get the cheaper non-smartphone unlimited data plan and it is all within the limits of my contract. Just another win for us Nokia fanboys!! Hell, the N8 has more usable features than most of the phones out now. I love the fact that I can connect a portable hard drive up to the phone and play movies onto a HDTV via HDMI or just over wifi and play it on my PS3 or xbox360, the 12mp camera with a real xenon flash and not some ****ty LED flash, Battery life is awesome, 48gb of memory, FM transmitter (because Ipod docks are for *******!!), and if I wanted to say **** AT&T and switch over to T-Mobile, then I could without having to get a new phone because it works on T-mobiles 3g network as well.

scrub50187 said:
Mine still says: 5287.95 MB of Unlimited, and I have 20 days left in my cycle and I have never been throttled with my data usage and no, I don't tether but I do stream alot of movies to my phone, which is a Nokia N8 (a non-smartphone in the eyes of AT&T) I love how I can get the cheaper non-smartphone unlimited data plan and it is all within the limits of my contract. Just another win for us Nokia fanboys!! Hell, the N8 has more usable features than most of the phones out now. I love the fact that I can connect a portable hard drive up to the phone and play movies onto a HDTV via HDMI or just over wifi and play it on my PS3 or xbox360, the 12mp camera with a real xenon flash and not some ****ty LED flash, Battery life is awesome, 48gb of memory, FM transmitter (because Ipod docks are for *******!!), and if I wanted to say **** AT&T and switch over to T-Mobile, then I could without having to get a new phone because it works on T-mobiles 3g network as well.
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Nokia! Wow u took me back in time... T68i and tethering via Bluetooth and my MacBook on GPRS... Ancient! :thumbup:
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Straight talk Modem

I'm currently using the Infuse on straight talk with Zeus rom. With a Speedtest I'm getting over 5mgs down, 2mgs up and under 80ms ping . Will a new modem affect the speeds or just ping? And are those speeds normal for ATT on this device?
thanks

INfuse
jeeps13 said:
I'm currently using the Infuse on straight talk with Zeus rom. With a Speedtest I'm getting over 5mgs down, 2mgs up and under 80ms ping . Will a new modem affect the speeds or just ping? And are those speeds normal for ATT on this device?
thanks
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1.How were you able to get the phone on straight talk?
2.it probably does depend on the modem

jeeps13 said:
I'm currently using the Infuse on straight talk with Zeus rom. With a Speedtest I'm getting over 5mgs down, 2mgs up and under 80ms ping . Will a new modem affect the speeds or just ping? And are those speeds normal for ATT on this device?
thanks
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Really
SENT FROM MY AEON ROCKIN INFUSE

Yes... really...Zeus is boss...
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rodre12 said:
1.How were you able to get the phone on straight talk?
2.it probably does depend on the modem
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I ordered a SIM card.. Activated card. Bought Infuse off Craigslist Poped in card, Deleted AT&T APN's set up Straight Talk APN.. Now I have a 4g device on $45 unlimited plan. With some nice Data speeds. And I installed Recovery and Zeus..
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Really
SENT FROM MY AEON ROCKIN INFUSE
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YES REALLY.. And the phone was $80 dollars

jeeps13 said:
I ordered a SIM card.. Activated card. Bought Infuse off Craigslist Poped in card, Deleted AT&T APN's set up Straight Talk APN.. Now I have a 4g device on $45 unlimited plan. With some nice Data speeds. And I installed Recovery and Zeus..
YES REALLY.. And the phone was $80 dollars
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I was just messing with ya, good job
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dman3285 said:
Yes... really...Zeus is boss...
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Duh
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rodre12 said:
1.How were you able to get the phone on straight talk?
like this
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~wolverine~ said:
rodre12 said:
1.How were you able to get the phone on straight talk?
like this
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So if im with AT&T already how could I transfer my number?
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just go to straight talk click activate/reactivate transfer number

~wolverine~ said:
just go to straight talk click activate/reactivate transfer number
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Ok thanks man, seems simple but would I have to be out of contract with AT&T to transfer my number and all? Also, is this just pay as you go or can you set up an automatic pay method? Could u explain that if possible? And I apologize for so many questions but im trying to lower the 100+ month phone bill (college student)
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So how fast is 4g for you guys on at&t.

About the same. I heard that straight talk uses the same towers as AT&T, so that would explain it.
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I'm not sure about the contract thing, but yes they have auto refill. Their website can explain more.

KingVekxin said:
Ok thanks man, seems simple but would I have to be out of contract with AT&T to transfer my number and all? Also, is this just pay as you go or can you set up an automatic pay method? Could u explain that if possible? And I apologize for so many questions but im trying to lower the 100+ month phone bill (college student)
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BOTH... I use auto pay and not have to worry about it.. I'm very happy with service way better than EVO on Sprint and saving $50 dollars a month.. Check out howard forums for more info..

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BOTH... I use auto pay and not have to worry about it.. I'm very happy with service way better than EVO on Sprint and saving $50 dollars a month.. Check out howard forums for more info..
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Kool thanks bro, now all I have to find out is do I need to be out of contract with At&T to keep my number
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Worth the ETF
If you're currently paying $100 per month under contract, you'd make up for the cost of a $325 ETF in six months. Your contract probably isn't brand new, so the actual ETF would be less than that.
If you don't want to autopay, you can also buy 90 days worth of service from Walmart.com, which brings the price a bit below $45 per month, not including tax.
Here's a giant thread that lists the prepaid options out there: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1455014
Keep in mind that that thread lists several options that use T-Mobile's network, which isn't an option on the Infuse unless you want to always be on Edge speeds. People on that thread seem to agree that Straight Talk is the best option currently available using AT&T's network.
A lot of people who go prepaid port their numbers to Google Voice and make and receive all calls through that service. That way, they can hop from one prepaid provider to another without having to go to the bother of porting their number. I considered trying that myself, but I found there was too much voice lag in making Google Voice calls. It was like talking to someone via satellite or something: everything came through a half second late. I'd be curious if anyone has had better results than I have with that.
A couple of things to be aware of: Straight Talk claims to provide unlimited data, but they'll shut you down if you use too much. Most people say to play it safe and not to go over 100 MB per day or 2GB per month. They generally give you a couple of warnings before they take action, but in the worst-case scenario, they could cancel your account and you'd lose your number.
Also, these companies are almost always limited to AT&T's network, with no roaming access at all. They tend to have terrible customer service because they cut costs wherever they can.
I'm sticking with AT&T while my phone is under warranty (I've been having some minor issues with it that I need to get addressed), but as soon as that's over, I'm switching to Straight Talk.

The number porting took about 20 min after doing the online set up.. As far as data I don't think I'm close to the 2gb cut off that people claim. I guess if you tether they will cut you off eventually. This is plenty fast for every day use email, pandora. I have not had any issues.. The only thing that I notice is that when I ever I send a MMS I have to add message with it or it dosen't get delivered. But it could just be this phone, my iphone on Straight talk would work fine with MMS. I love the $ 41 + tax I pay..

jeeps13 said:
So how fast is 4g for you guys on at&t.
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Where I'm at, its decent.. get better speeds if I'm downtown..
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I'm currently running StraightTalk with a Samsung Infuse. I have gotten as high as 7mb down 2mb up depending on the time of day and what tower I'm hitting. The one by my house is great and so is the one by my friend's house. This was one of my better ones from by my house.

Unlimited Data throttling VZW

Verizon to throttle 4G LTE users with unlimited plans starting October .
http://www.androidauthority.com/verizon-throttle-4g-lte-users-starting-october-1-409934/
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I wonder if this affects current on contract unlimited data.

dadsterflip said:
I wonder if this affects current on contract unlimited data.
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At this point there aren't many if any on contract Unlimited data plans, as they stopped offering unlimited 3 years ago.

mc_365 said:
At this point there aren't many if any on contract Unlimited data plans, as they stopped offering unlimited 3 years ago.
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That's not true. There's a fairly well-known loophole of using alternate upgrades to keep unlimited data and extend your contract. I've successfully done it three times now. The last time was in April when I got my M8. I have unlimited data and my contract expiration date is 04/07/2016. :good:

shortstuff_mt said:
That's not true. There's a fairly well-known loophole of using alternate upgrades to keep unlimited data and extend your contract. I've successfully done it three times now. The last time was in April when I got my M8. I have unlimited data and my contract expiration date is 04/07/2016. :good:
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This... So we shouldn't get affected then ?

dadsterflip said:
This... So we shouldn't get affected then ?
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Technically, according to the conditions of the list, we should be fine. One of the conditions is "Have fulfilled their minimum contract term". This is Big Red we're talking about here, though, so you never know. I hope T-Mobile steps up their coverage game in my area soon. I'm sure they will welcome me with open arms when Big Red forces me to get rid of my old voice plan and unlimited data.

shortstuff_mt said:
Technically, according to the conditions of the list, we should be fine. One of the conditions is "Have fulfilled their minimum contract term". This is Big Red we're talking about here, though, so you never know. I hope T-Mobile steps up their coverage game in my area soon. I'm sure they will welcome me with open arms when Big Red forces me to get rid of my old voice plan and unlimited data.
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I was hoping tmobile picks up where I am.. I'd jump in a heart beat.

Switch to T-Mobile
I'm switching to T-Mobile soon - I tether a lot so having unlimited is nice and there is more development for T-Mobile/AT&T editions. I would get throttled with unlimited on both networks so why not pay less?

Better reception more reliable network... More coverage. For me I travel so its nice to know I have data and my kids are able to tether for games and videos. Just my 2¢ often worth less to others lol.

The OP left out one important little detail: Only the top 5% of data hogs get throttled. Those that use more than 4.7GB/month.
I'm ok with that.

berndblb said:
The OP left out one important little detail: Only the top 5% of data hogs get throttled. Those that use more than 4.7GB/month.
I'm ok with that.
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4.7GB? Seriously? lol

Can anyone confirm the state of Verizon HTC One M8s that have switched to TMobile?
I assume by "everything" they literally mean, everything--calls, WiFi, 4G--or does the 4G only apply to "refarmed" areas? I already have S-OFF via Firewater so I'd assume the tough part's done...

Badcam3 said:
4.7GB? Seriously? lol
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I use that in about 2 days.....
I'm already at 50gb used and I still have 2 weeks left for this billing cycle
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justin94 said:
I use that in about 2 days.....
I'm already at 50gb used and I still have 2 weeks left for this billing cycle
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No such thing as a data hog, data WANTS to be transferred, that is the whole point of a network. If Verizon's network can't handle the network demands of their customers, they should upgrade their network, not throttle their customers. They make billions of dollars for pete's sake.
I travel 50% of the year for work, and hotel "high-speed" internet is rarely fast enough for VPN, screen sharing, downloading ISOs, etc. My phone is the only way I can get enough bandwidth on the road to do my job, and I can easily use 50-70GB/month. I do not consider this to be outlandish - files get bigger every day, data demands grow every day, and network speed and capacity must keep up with this trend. Land-line ISPs have no problem with this, Verizon is just greedy.

I use about the same 50 to 70 gigs a month. But I've upgraded so I'll be fine. I also live in the booneys, but we got 4g last year and I haven't noticed any throttling here. Good luck to others!
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I use about the same 50 to 70 gigs a month. But I've upgraded so I'll be fine. I also live in the booneys, but we got 4g last year and I haven't noticed any throttling here. Good luck to others!
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What do you mean by "but I've upgraded so I'll be fine"? I would love a new phone (currently on HTC Rezound) but refuse to give up unlimited data, even if it means buying a G3 or One M8 for full price.

md303 said:
What do you mean by "but I've upgraded so I'll be fine"? I would love a new phone (currently on HTC Rezound) but refuse to give up unlimited data, even if it means buying a G3 or One M8 for full price.
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I just bought the M8 on contract during their mother's day promo and kept my unlimited data. Just transfer your plan from your old phone (2 year contract fulfilled) to the new one.
Unfortunately you cannot rely on what the sals reps tell you. They told me I had to give up mu unlimited data, but I would get 5 GB/month instead of the standard 2 GB. After they'd done the switch I was still unlimited....

Yeah have multiple lines. Just transfered my upgrade, used it and my contract is resumed for another 2 years.
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The OP left out one important little detail: Only the top 5% of data hogs get throttled. Those that use more than 4.7GB/month.
I'm ok with that.
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That's not very much data at all. I have a 10GB plan, and I routinely use almost all of it.
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Come on guys you know it's not really throttling, it's "Network Maintenance". Some attorney got big bucks for coming up with that attempt to fool all the VZW subscribers.

What is the most GB you have used?

Title says it all. With oct 1 being the day VZW starts throttling unlimited customers, how much have you used? My maxx was 169 last month. This month it's at 142 with a few days left.

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Title says it all. With oct 1 being the day VZW starts throttling unlimited customers, how much have you used? My maxx was 169 last month. This month it's at 142 with a few days left.
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Dang! My max was 92GB. Thought that was outlandish. I average around 13-15 GB per month.
How will they decide who gets throttled. Think I read something about those in the top xx% will be throttled.... Can't remember though.
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How will I know if I’m in the top 5% of data users?
As of March 2014, the top 5% of data users were using 4.7 GB or more of data each month.
verizonwireless.com/support/information/data_disclosure

itanas said:
How will I know if I’m in the top 5% of data users?
As of March 2014, the top 5% of data users were using 4.7 GB or more of data each month.
verizonwireless.com/support/information/data_disclosure
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Thanks for that

i have unlimited, and rarely go over 2 gb (maybe a couple times a year when traveling) but when i do its a lot.... I find it absolutely ludicrous that they do crap like this...
Well not like anything i say can change anything... hmm reminds me of a certain group of folks in washington dc
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Oh my god I used over 70 gigs last month a thought I was a whore. You my friend are downloading to much porn
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Anyone feel any effects of the throttling yet?
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Caseyk621 said:
Anyone feel any effects of the throttling yet?
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Verizon canceled the plans to throttle unlimited users yesterday.

Johnny Wong said:
Verizon canceled the plans to throttle unlimited users yesterday.
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Oh thanks for the heads up.... Found this
http://www.theverge.com/2014/10/1/6882339/verizon-calls-off-throttling-unlimited-lte-data
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It's funny I just did a speed test and got 51 mb upload and said so much for throttling. Then saw this post saying they cancelled the policy. I think Verizon is really starting to feel the heat from it's customers. A lot are jumping ship if they are in an area that supports other carriers and Verizon is feeling it. I am sure they have read online and received complaints about this throttling and were told if they did they would lose customers. It doesn't seem smart to upset the customers with out a contract that can leave at anytime.

553GB!

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553GB!
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Hats off to you. I'm impressed

So, for the heavy data users, is it mostly from using the phone as a mobile hotspot? If so, are there any elegant ways of integrating it into the home network? As in, extending it into the home WiFi. I get free internet as part of my poa, but when I move, it would be great if I don't have to pay for home internet and just run my computers off my phone's data plan.

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So, for the heavy data users, is it mostly from using the phone as a mobile hotspot? If so, are there any elegant ways of integrating it into the home network? As in, extending it into the home WiFi. I get free internet as part of my poa, but when I move, it would be great if I don't have to pay for home internet and just run my computers off my phone's data plan.
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I run the wifi hotspot and use that to serve everything.

New at&t double your data promo

Starting tomorrow at&t will be offering double the data for the 15gb and up data packages. Get your data on!
http://www.theverge.com/2014/9/27/6...bles-data-in-largest-mobile-share-value-plans
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Do you guys think it's worth it in the long run?

If you use a lot of data, yes.

I got duped into dropping my unlimited. Huge mistake. These phones destroy through data. Get as much as you can if you actively use your phone off Wi-Fi.

I upgraded mine earlier. I agree with the post above. Get all you can out of your data is the best advice I can give.

How much does it come out to single line? With all the service charges and stuff?

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Yep.
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How much data do you guys use? Just curious because I'm cheap and have the 2gb data plan

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How much data do you guys use? Just curious because I'm cheap and have the 2gb data plan
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With my 3 lines my family uses around 10gb. My preteen uses 7 of the 10. Now I don't need to worry about his usage.
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Just did mine. You can do it through ATT.com, under the change plan option.

It surely won't hurt! Basically free double data if you're already on a family share plan.
I have a big family (Wife and four kids) so that's 6 cells and two tablets... You do the math! We had 15 gb and kept going over.... So now 40 seems like all the data we'll EVER need (yeah right!) But it's still cheaper than buying one gb of overage for $15.
Nice thing is, you're never locked in to a data plan ATT will always let you change without a contract so if something better cones along, go for it!
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How much data do you guys use? Just curious because I'm cheap and have the 2gb data plan
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probably average 6 gb per month. I am on wifi alot or I would be alll over this deal 30 gigs for me would be umlimited

I read in the terms that if you are using a phone that was purchased on the 2year upgrade then you can't have this plan.
Did I read that correctly?
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AllstarE4 said:
I read in the terms that if you are using a phone that was purchased on the 2year upgrade then you can't have this plan.
Did I read that correctly?
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2 of our 4 phones are on contract and they are included in the plan.

I got this last week. My corp discount kicked in too so my 6gb data costing $120 is now 30GB at $85. On Sprint had two accounts at $260 total. Moving all to AT&T. Ill be at $160. No unlimited data but Sprint is the dirtiest scummiest carrier on Earth and I won't hit 30gb unless I spend weeks on the road. AT&T is going to eventually get back to unlimited data. The price wars are going to force them to.