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With the Arrive coming out on Sprint soon, and the Trophy coming to Verizon, allegedly on the 24th, I'm wondering if it will be possible to get an Arrive to work on Verizon? Verizon's coverage in my area is far better than Sprint's, but I don't want the bottom of the barrel WP7 device, as I've heard the Trophy called. I have used the Mogul, the Touch Pro, and now the Touch Pro 2, and really like having that slide-out keyboard.
Any idea if getting Arrive to work on Verizon, or am I doomed to deal with Trophy?
Thanks,
Rich
No idea. The only WP7 device I've heard of for Verizon is the Trophy, like you stated.
You can get the Arrive on Sprint and roam on Verizon!
I am hoping that a few more WP7 devices are announced for both carriers at CTIA (March 22-24).
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No idea. The only WP7 device I've heard of for Verizon is the Trophy, like you stated.
You can get the Arrive on Sprint and roam on Verizon!
I am hoping that a few more WP7 devices are announced for both carriers at CTIA (March 22-24).
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truth...
Sprint has agreements with Verizon, when you roam on Sprint it is through Verizon's network and there is no extra charge.
You could get on the Sprint Everything Plus Data plan for $59.99, and pay another $10 for the premium data plan, and pay $69.99 for a new HTC Arrive.
Really.... :/
I had a Sprint Mogul when I moved to GA two years ago. The reception was PATHETIC. You used to see the commercials where someone would say something then drop the call, and it was totally awkward? Well, that happened to me. I was talking to a dear friend, and said, "I love you, Patty", and the call dropped, and I WOULD have continued, "you're one of the dearest friends I have." Of course she didn't hear the last part. I drove up and down the road desperately seeking a bar. JUST ONE BAR! I switched to Verizon and that problem went away.
So, I guess the question I have now is whether the switch to CDMA on Sprint is that recent? I wasn't aware that I could use a Sprint phone on a Verizon network, and due to my past experience I didn't check. If the answer is yes, then I believe I will be cancelling my Verizon contract when the Arrive arrives!
Hmmm... Only issue is that my VZW plan is unlimited data - TRULY unlimited - because I had it on an employee plan when I got it (and I'm not an employee of that company anymore). Is Sprint's plan TRULY unlimited?
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Really.... :/
I had a Sprint Mogul when I moved to GA two years ago. The reception was PATHETIC. You used to see the commercials where someone would say something then drop the call, and it was totally awkward? Well, that happened to me. I was talking to a dear friend, and said, "I love you, Patty", and the call dropped, and I WOULD have continued, "you're one of the dearest friends I have." Of course she didn't hear the last part. I drove up and down the road desperately seeking a bar. JUST ONE BAR! I switched to Verizon and that problem went away.
So, I guess the question I have now is whether the switch to CDMA on Sprint is that recent? I wasn't aware that I could use a Sprint phone on a Verizon network, and due to my past experience I didn't check. If the answer is yes, then I believe I will be cancelling my Verizon contract when the Arrive arrives!
Hmmm... Only issue is that my VZW plan is unlimited data - TRULY unlimited - because I had it on an employee plan when I got it (and I'm not an employee of that company anymore). Is Sprint's plan TRULY unlimited?
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Sprint unlimited really is unlimited, but if you read the fine print they reserve the right to terminate you if you get retarded on it, just like any other carrier. Check with a local Sprint store about the coverage/roaming issue. Most plans on Sprint now include free roaming nationwide, and I can't think of what other major carrier in the US has CDMA other than Verizon.
Don't! sign up for a plan through the store, you need to do it online through the Everythign Plus referral, and get the plan for $10 less than doing it in store. So you can bet a HTC Arrive and pay $59.99+$10 premium data = $69.99 for 500 anytime minutes to landlines, and unlimited any mobile any time, unlimited data, pictures, text, nights starting at 7pm, etc. etc. etc.
http://www.sprint.com/everythingplus
You will need a Sprint employee email address/pin. This is where Russ McGuire comes into play, he is Vice President of Strategy for Sprint. On his blog he invites everyone for the sprint offer.
http://mcguireslaw.com/
(under about on the right hand side he has his email address and pin for everyone to use freely/Legitimately)
Addendum: their fine print says they can terminate/stop service if you use too much data outside their network etc, so the roaming thing would apply here. Wouldn't hurt to check out if their coverage has improved in your area.
Very interesting - thanks so much for the info! I guess now I'm tossing up the pros and cons of going with that or going through wirefly and getting the phone for $50 - especially since my wife will get an arrive if it is $50, but she wont' get it if we have to pay $200 (after rebate). I'm looking at it like this:
From Wirefly:
2 phones $100
monthly rate $149
From Sprint:
1 phone $200 (plus whatever phone my wife ends up getting)
monthly rate $129
So, for $20 a month over 2 years, I would save a total of $480. At a $150 savings for each Arrive buying through wirefly, that takes the comparable savings down to 180. Given that my wife won't get an Arrive if we have to pay full price now (since we'll also have to pay early term fee for our current Verizon contract), She would probably go with a free phone, and I'd save more money, but she wouldn't have WP7 (which I want her to have).
You've given me much food for thought. Right now I'd say we're probably going to end up going with Wirefly, but I'm going to sit on the decision for a couple days to decide. Thank you.
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Very interesting - thanks so much for the info! I guess now I'm tossing up the pros and cons of going with that or going through wirefly and getting the phone for $50 - especially since my wife will get an arrive if it is $50, but she wont' get it if we have to pay $200 (after rebate). I'm looking at it like this:
From Wirefly:
2 phones $100
monthly rate $149
From Sprint:
1 phone $200 (plus whatever phone my wife ends up getting)
monthly rate $129
So, for $20 a month over 2 years, I would save a total of $480. At a $150 savings for each Arrive buying through wirefly, that takes the comparable savings down to 180. Given that my wife won't get an Arrive if we have to pay full price now (since we'll also have to pay early term fee for our current Verizon contract), She would probably go with a free phone, and I'd save more money, but she wouldn't have WP7 (which I want her to have).
You've given me much food for thought. Right now I'd say we're probably going to end up going with Wirefly, but I'm going to sit on the decision for a couple days to decide. Thank you.
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Let me further add to your thoughts, wirefly still may not be the best option.
If you sign up with Sprint and port your current number over to them from another carrier they will give you $125 credit for each smartphone.
http://www.sprint.com/landings/portcredit/
sprint said:
Move your number to Sprint. Get $125.For a limited time only, activate a new Sprint smartphone and save.Just bring your number from another carrier to Sprint and activate a smartphone, like the Samsung Epic™ 4G, on a new line and we'll give you a $125 service credit. Not ready for a smartphone? We'll give you a $50 service credit when you port your number from another carrier and activate one of our other fabulous phones. Either way, you win.
$125 service credit per line for each smartphone
$50 service credit per line for other phones
How to get your service credit:
Find the perfect phone. Shop online now.
Transfer your eligible number to Sprint by 4/16/2011. Doing this online is easy – we'll ask you for your number when you checkout.
Within 72 hours of activating your phone and transferring your number from another carrier, register for the credit.
That's it! You can expect to see your service credit as a lump sum within the adjustment section of your invoice. The service credit will show up on the first or second invoice after you have been a Sprint customer for 60 days. It will be labeled as "Valued Customer Service Credit."
Visit this page if you have any questions about the status of your service credit and select “Where’s my credit?” Remember, the credit will not appear on your invoice until at least 60 days after activation.
Requires two-year Agreement.
This offer is available online, via Telesales and in participating Sprint Stores. Purchases from other retailers are not eligible for this credit.
Offer ends 4/16/2011. Available for consumer and individual-liable lines only. Requires port in from an active wireless line and mobile number that comes through the port process. Request for service credit must be made at www.sprint.com/switchoffer within 72 hours from the port in activation date or credit will be declined. New line must remain active with Sprint for 61 days to receive service credit. Smartphones are Blackberry, Android, Windows Mobile, Palm and Instinct Family of devices. All other phones are considered feature phones. Smartphones require activation on an Everything Plan with data with Premium Data add-on charge. Upgrades, replacements, and ports made between Sprint entities or providers associated with Sprint are excluded (i.e. Virgin Mobile USA, Boost Mobile, Common Cents Mobile and Assurance). Offers not available in all markets/retail locations. Other restrictions apply.
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Sooooo $400 for 2 Arrive's, minus $250 - $150 for 2.
Hope this further helps you.
Wow.... That's awesome.... Now I'm going to have to look and see if I can combine the everything plus with the port credit, and double check to make sure we can receive two $100 rebates if we buy two phones. Thanks!
hopmedic said:
Wow.... That's awesome.... Now I'm going to have to look and see if I can combine the everything plus with the port credit, and double check to make sure we can receive two $100 rebates if we buy two phones. Thanks!
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The port credit information was posted on the Everything Plus referral page after you logged in with the email and pin number. And the $100 refund credit is definately per phone regardless of how many you purchase.
The only thing you need to make sure of is that Sprint services your area well.
Hope I was able to help you save some money no matter what you decide, let me know what you finally end up doing. I am picking up 2 Arrives on Sunday (for wife and I).
Credit Union Discounts
For those who go/have gone through wirefly for the 50 dollar deal (which I did), since we can't sign up for the Referral Program, the next best option to still get 10% knocked off your bill is to get a discount through any affiliated credit union (of which, there are TONS). Long-term, for 1 phone, Getting the port credit and Referral discount probably works out better, but I couldn't justify spending 300 up front for the phone, waiting x number of weeks for the rebate etc..
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you can always....swap esns if your willing to get your hands dirty *cough* It works great *cough*
Halabeaster, I've never put a non-standard rom on a phone, but if it's safe, I'm willing to try. For the moment, I'm on Sprint, but not sure I'm happy with the coverage... Got 3 1/2 weeks left or so to decide. I am a developer, but not very experienced. How difficult is it?
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Sprint unlimited really is unlimited, but if you read the fine print they reserve the right to terminate you if you get retarded on it, just like any other carrier. Check with a local Sprint store about the coverage/roaming issue. Most plans on Sprint now include free roaming nationwide, and I can't think of what other major carrier in the US has CDMA other than Verizon.
Don't! sign up for a plan through the store, you need to do it online through the Everythign Plus referral, and get the plan for $10 less than doing it in store. So you can bet a HTC Arrive and pay $59.99+$10 premium data = $69.99 for 500 anytime minutes to landlines, and unlimited any mobile any time, unlimited data, pictures, text, nights starting at 7pm, etc. etc. etc.
You will need a Sprint employee email address/pin. This is where Russ McGuire comes into play, he is Vice President of Strategy for Sprint. On his blog he invites everyone for the sprint offer.
(under about on the right hand side he has his email address and pin for everyone to use freely/Legitimately)
Addendum: their fine print says they can terminate/stop service if you use too much data outside their network etc, so the roaming thing would apply here. Wouldn't hurt to check out if their coverage has improved in your area.
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Question, can you jump on this if you're an existing customer?
I just got my HTC Arrive on the Verizon Wireless network via Page Plus Cellular thanks to this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13205205&postcount=9
I replaced my well used Touch Pro 2 with an Arrive because I was waiting for Windows Phone 7 and Netflix capabilty. I'm not a heavy phone data user because I have Wi-Fi everywhere I go.
So far I was able to get the talk and text working for my unlimited plan but haven't hammered out the rest of the data settings. Might have to wait for a Verizon Trophy to come out so that I can try to mirror the settings. This method is technically on Verizon so 95% of the service is the same at a much better price. I need mainly lots and lots of Talk/Text with NO data plan fees.
I actually bought my 2 phones from Amazon Wireless. Both were upgrades for non-primary lines on a family plan (Everything Data 3000) and AW had the best deal on the devices I could find anywhere, $150. The deal got even better now though, $99 for upgraders and free for new users.
dtrush said:
I just got my HTC Arrive on the Verizon Wireless network via Page Plus Cellular thanks to this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13205205&postcount=9
I replaced my well used Touch Pro 2 with an Arrive because I was waiting for Windows Phone 7 and Netflix capabilty. I'm not a heavy phone data user because I have Wi-Fi everywhere I go.
So far I was able to get the talk and text working for my unlimited plan but haven't hammered out the rest of the data settings. Might have to wait for a Verizon Trophy to come out so that I can try to mirror the settings. This method is technically on Verizon so 95% of the service is the same at a much better price. I need mainly lots and lots of Talk/Text with NO data plan fees.
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What does or does not work? Do apps go to your bill?
No one else has made progress with the Arrive on Verizon. I was looking for a replacement for my TP2, and I really do not want to change carriers.
Went to the mall to visit my local TMobile store and when I arrived they were hauling out all of the stock and their computers etc. The T Mobile person in charge told me it was just a physical inventory but two of the other reps are friends of mine and at first they said they could not say anything only they might be back looking different. After the while store was cleaned out they finally told me that if I wanted an Evo3d they could probably set me up with one in a few days. It looks like they are switching to Sprint, currently as of now there are no Tmobile stores within a 30 mile radius. I could understand switching to AT$T but why Sprint? I would rather deal with Sprint but just cannot understand why one of their stores would make the switch to Sprint before the deal with AT&T is even approved. Anyone else know anything or have seen or heard anything about T Mobile stores going to Sprint? This puts a whoile new light on whether or not I keep my replacement Sensation that arrives tomorrow.
its probably not a official t-mobile store.
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its probably not a official t-mobile store.
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+1 ,probably an independent
Wow, same thing happened to me here in Illinois. Went into my local Mall and everything was gone. Sprint was right next to them, I ask the rep there if he knew what was going on and was told they just packed up and left. I also do not have another T-mobile store within 30 miles of me.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/23/tmobile-stores-att-merger_n_883561.html
for the past couple months T-mobile have been pushing out dealers that have limited retail space (stores within stores) or unwilling to pay renovation in order to have more appealing like official mobile store.
authorized dealer.
GHOST99K said:
authorized dealer.
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I just found out that the gentleman I spoke with first was an actual T Mobile Dist employee of some sort. He was not very friendly and would not say anything except "physical inventory" as they carted the stuff away. It seems the store was Authorized Dealer (Into Mobile is the name of the firm (I believe) they were set up exactly like a so called corporate store.
most stores that are in the malls are independents,there is a official t mobile store across the street from our mall that has a t mobile store in it also,and its an independent dealer
Hi everyone
I bought my SGS 4G during my last US vacation.
Coming back to visit (10 days on August), I'd like to buy a prepaid SIM card with unlimited 3G/4G with a local line just for this stay.
I saw s SIM card for 50$ in the T-Mobile site.
How can I do that, if I'm not at the states at the moment?
What alternatives do I have?
I searched the web and couldn't find a clear, easy & cheap solution.
It has to work with my lovely SGS 4G.
Thanks in advance!
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itzik
Your best bet is most likely gonna be to just get the plan once you arrive in the states. Tmob stores are all over the place so unless your flying into Podunk, Kentucky(no offense to people from the great state of Kentucky) you should be able to find a store within a few miles of the airport. Hope you figure it out and you have a blast in the States.
Just out of curiosity where will you be? Here in NYC t-mobile stores are everywhere & may be in the airport itself.
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Hi guys
Last year in NYC 2 different AT&T stores didn't want to sell me a SIM card as I'm a tourist with no social security number. This year my starting point is Miami.
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I would contact a store close to where you will be staying in Miami. Tell them whats going on and they will probably be more than happy to help you. Also Walmart sells T-mo stuff so they might be able to help you. IIRC you can save a tiny bit buying from walmart.
Another option is use the Straight Talk sim card program. Its five bucks cheaper and the same service. Im not totally sure of the data connection. Im looking into the type of data connection you get. I know Normal straight talk phones have the same coverage as att,verizon and t-mo. Ill update once I can get a straight answer.
Great, 10x, I'll make some research on the mobile stores around my staying area i.e south beach.
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It would be best to wait until you're in the states. You will have no problem getting a prepaid SIM activated from T-Mobile (I am an Event Rep for them). I'm not sure if they offer it in Florida but if you don't really need many minutesthey offer unlimited 4g (throttled after 5gb) & messaging with 100 minutes for $30. I sell a lot of that plan during conventions here in Denver.
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Talked to a Straight talk rep the byod sims operate 3g service. So if the T-Mo $30 plan doesnt have enough minutes for ya that is a option.
Hi eb13
That plan sounds like just what I need. Is it limited to a period of time? I found a T-mo store in Miami but it has low ratings.. and probably they won't offer this plan. I'll try contacting them on Monday.
Thanks.
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itzik2sh said:
Hi eb13
That plan sounds like just what I need. Is it limited to a period of time? I found a T-mo store in Miami but it has low ratings.. and probably they won't offer this plan. I'll try contacting them on Monday.
Thanks.
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The t-mo 30 dollar plan is good for 30 days.
This from the t-mo site.
*First 5GB at up to 4G speeds. New activations only. Available exclusively in-store at Walmart, on Walmart.com, and T-Mobile.com.
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I would goto walmart and get it. Normally they are slightly cheaper.
eollie said:
The t-mo 30 dollar plan is good for 30 days.
This from the t-mo site.
I would goto walmart and get it. Normally they are slightly cheaper.
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+1 Walmart and online arethe only points of sale for the $30 plan
Source: used to work cell phones in Walmart, then wireless advocates (staples/Costco) and TMobile
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Hi Again
OK, so regarding the T-mobile 30$ plan I found this on T-mo site :
http://prepaid-phones.t-mobile.com/monthly-4g-plans
and this one on Wallmart site :
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Tmobile-30-Wireless-Airtime-Card/15443357?findingMethod=rr#ProductDetail
Few things still unclear to me :
1. If I buy it from T-mo, do I have to do it in advance and ask for delivery to the hotel or can I just instantly go and buy it from a local T-mo store I found 15 minutes walk from the Hotel ?
maybe I should order it online and just go pick it up from that store ?
2. Why do all stores in Miami get lousy reviews with "bad customer service", "no parking" and "no one speaks English there" ?
3. Wallmart centers are not near my staying place, so I could order it and get it shipped to the hotel I suppose, but here it says :
"The $30 Unlimited Web & Text with 100 min talk plan works only with T-Mobile Phones purchased from a Walmart store or from Walmart.com"
WTF ? I bought my phone in some local Manhattan store I don't even remember its name.
4. Even in Wallmart site I see I get the activation code via mail - but how would they know my IMEI number?
Regarding the Straight-Talk plans I found this one :
http://www.straighttalksim.com/shop.php
So what I understand from this is that it will cost me 60$ overall (which is twice the T-mo price).
I don't really need the unlimited talk, but mabe it's worth the price comparing to T-mobile service.
What do you advise ?
Thanks !!!
The $30 plan is suppose to be part of the byod(bring your own device) promotion so walmart should be willing to sell you the sim card. I would goto my local walmart and ask but I know each store will do things slightly different.
You also might be able to contact t-mobile and tell them what your wanting to do and ask what they suggest. They might be able to have the item shipped to the hotel in advance of your arrival and you pick it up at the desk when you sign in. What you are getting from them is the sim card it costs like 4 bucks and they refund that to you once you activate.
If you dont need the unlimited calling then I would stick to t-mo. In Miami area the 4g service should be super.
itzik2sh said:
Hi Again
OK, so regarding the T-mobile 30$ plan I found this on T-mo site :
http://prepaid-phones.t-mobile.com/monthly-4g-plans
and this one on Wallmart site :
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Tmobile-30-Wireless-Airtime-Card/15443357?findingMethod=rr#ProductDetail
Few things still unclear to me :
1. If I buy it from T-mo, do I have to do it in advance and ask for delivery to the hotel or can I just instantly go and buy it from a local T-mo store I found 15 minutes walk from the Hotel ?
maybe I should order it online and just go pick it up from that store ?
2. Why do all stores in Miami get lousy reviews with "bad customer service", "no parking" and "no one speaks English there" ?
3. Wallmart centers are not near my staying place, so I could order it and get it shipped to the hotel I suppose, but here it says :
"The $30 Unlimited Web & Text with 100 min talk plan works only with T-Mobile Phones purchased from a Walmart store or from Walmart.com"
WTF ? I bought my phone in some local Manhattan store I don't even remember its name.
4. Even in Wallmart site I see I get the activation code via mail - but how would they know my IMEI number?
Regarding the Straight-Talk plans I found this one :
http://www.straighttalksim.com/shop.php
So what I understand from this is that it will cost me 60$ overall (which is twice the T-mo price).
I don't really need the unlimited talk, but mabe it's worth the price comparing to T-mobile service.
What do you advise ?
Thanks !!!
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1. No you do not need to buy in advance. You can walk into any Tmo store and buy prepaid activation on site. Choose to activate yourself by phone and the $30 option is available to anyone who activate by phone.
2. Because people are jerks
3. disregard that, I sell these plans to people on a daily basis at numerous locations and in any phone. I have activated these for customers with unlocked iphones (not proud of that).
4. You provide your IMEI when activating buy it's only to make sure you're not going to use a phone that's been reported stolen from retail. (if a phone is stolen from a retail location the IMEI guess into a database)
I highly advise staying away from Straight Talk - just my opinion but there service on every level is less than respectable.
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Hi guys
Thanks for all the replies!
I'm probably taking the 30$ unlimited web plan and Skype pay as you go credit for the long distance. I think it's ideal for a 10 days period.
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Hi everyone,
Excuse me for bringing back this topic, but I have a similar question regarding this topic. We're visiting California next week as an European tourist. I'm willing to buy the 30 days unlimited web prepaid deal from t mobile, however I saw that it is for 'US residents only'.
Do they check this? Do you have to provide a passport or something?
We only need Internet for 3 weeks so 30 days is sufficient, it's mainly for navigation purpose on my HTC Sensation.
Another question, is the sim a standard one or is it a micro sim?
Hope you can give us the answer! Can't wait for our visit!
Best regards,
Jasper from the Netherlands.
Dutchman86 said:
Hi everyone,
Excuse me for bringing back this topic, but I have a similar question regarding this topic. We're visiting California next week as an European tourist. I'm willing to buy the 30 days unlimited web prepaid deal from t mobile, however I saw that it is for 'US residents only'.
Do they check this? Do you have to provide a passport or something?
We only need Internet for 3 weeks so 30 days is sufficient, it's mainly for navigation purpose on my HTC Sensation.
Another question, is the sim a standard one or is it a micro sim?
Hope you can give us the answer! Can't wait for our visit!
Best regards,
Jasper from the Netherlands.
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No they do not check it. You do not need to provide a passport. However you may be required to present an ID. It varies. If you plan to get one at a T-Mobile store, you can request a standard one, or microsim. If for some reason you decide to buy it online, it'll come as a standard similar card.
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After 11 years with T-mobile I found a huge flaw in their service. But every carrier has this flaw.
I noticed a $20 usage charge on my bill this month. I called to find out what it was, since it's not in my usage records online.
T-mobile informed me it's the policy of the entire wireless industry not to disclose EVEN to the customer who they called over the phone. The are not permitted to tell me which country nor what continent I called. I have no idea what this call was or where/who it was too and the site and customer service can't or won't tell me.
After 10 seconds of digging I found the gargantuan fees T-mobile charges for int'l call. (After all their commercials lately about international roaming and data, they still have this part of pillaging in effect. http://www.t-mobile.com/Cms/Files/Published/0000BDF20016F5DD010312E2BDE4AE9B/5657114502E70FF301380BCCA3EB86A4/file/StandardIntlRatesByCountry.pdf
For instance $1.99 to the Philippines/UK/France/Italy, $.49 to Canada, and those are the cheapest places!
Something to be aware of next time you decide to place an int'l call.. just use an app.
Bugattixda said:
After 11 years with T-mobile I found a huge flaw in their service. But every carrier has this flaw.
I noticed a $20 usage charge on my bill this month. I called to find out what it was, since it's not in my usage records online.
T-mobile informed me it's the policy of the entire wireless industry not to disclose EVEN to the customer who they called over the phone. The are not permitted to tell me which country nor what continent I called. I have no idea what this call was or where/who it was too and the site and customer service can't or won't tell me.
After 10 seconds of digging I found the gargantuan fees T-mobile charges for int'l call. (After all their commercials lately about international roaming and data, they still have this part of pillaging in effect. http://www.t-mobile.com/Cms/Files/Published/0000BDF20016F5DD010312E2BDE4AE9B/5657114502E70FF301380BCCA3EB86A4/file/StandardIntlRatesByCountry.pdf
For instance $1.99 to the Philippines/UK/France/Italy, $.49 to Canada, and those are the cheapest places!
Something to be aware of next time you decide to place an int'l call.. just use an app.
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You mean to tell me you weren't aware that wireless providers charge large fees for international anything? Seriously?
The moment my phone thinks it's getting near another country, it's airplane mode ON!
Be happy you did not get charged these rates!!!
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Well, the title says it all. I filed for divorce with Verizon and hooked up with T-Mobile. I feel like Verizon put the screws to me today and I didn't feel comfortable sending them another $176 per month for my bill. I was able to switch my Nexus 6 over to T-Mobile for $95 per month with unlimited talk, text and 4G LTE Data. I did it all on their website and saved the $20 sim card started kit fee by using the FREESIM promo code at checkout. The only money that came out of my pocket today was the $11.99 for overnight shipping g of my new sim card. To make a long story short about why I left Verizon, they double charged me for the month of May and I didn't know about it until today. I have had my bill on auto pay so I don't have to worry about it. One less thing to remember. Well, they double charged me and my banks fraud department stopped payment on the 2nd charge because it was two charges for the exact same amount. Verizon considered the stopped payment as insufficient funds and suspended my account this afternoon. Even though my next payment wasn't due until July 14th, Verizon told me I would have to make a $216 deposit to reinstate my service. Nope, sorry, I don't think so. I'm not doing that. I didn't double charge myself. I didn't authorize a second payment. I didn't create this issue. After talking to 7 people with Verizon Customer Care and Financial Services I was able to get nowhere fast. I decided to take my Nexus and my money somewhere else. T-Mobile, here we come.
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Well the only thing I like about Verizon is their phones are unlocked
Good for you!
I did the same last month after 8 years with them.
So far t mobile has been great.
I'm glad I'm taking my Nexus 6 with me. All I need is the sim card to show up on my doorstep.
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I haven't used T-Mobile since 2001. I was with them for 5 years. It was terrible in the Dallas area back then. Coverage was non-existent where I lived. Things are much better now.
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XxCyberHackerxX said:
Well the only thing I like about Verizon is their phones are unlocked
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[emoji12] Choke, gag, splutter..........
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Sorry I couldn't resist! [emoji23]
Still on Verizon here. $100 unlimited data and text, and 1400 minutes of talk. T mobile and sprint beat that on price but not on service. Only have a few dead zones here and there. There is a little tiny town completely out in the middle of no where with 2000 people I sometimes go to and 4g LTE is rock solid there.
I hated to do it. I had only been with Verizon for a year. I own a trucking company and I am on the road all the time. Verizon was the only carrier I had LTE data with while driving from Elkhart, Indiana to Liberty Lake, Washington. I have to have service in case of equipment failure or emergencies. I also do most of my business on the interweb with load boards and brokers. Most of my loads are emailed to me and I do all my paperwork online too. I had been with Sprint from the time I left T-Mobile in 2001 but Sprints voice and data coverage is terrible on the main routes I take from the east coast to the west coast. There is a stretch of Interstate 80 from Grand Island, NE all the way to the Utah border where I had no data coverage except for Cheyenne, WY. I couldn't even make a call. If something ever went wrong I would have been in a tight spot. I still have the Sprint line to this day because of the unlimited data plan. I have two devices on the account and it only cost me $118 per month. As long as Sprint let's me have unlimited data at that price I will keep it.
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I hated to do it. I had only been with Verizon for a year. I own a trucking company and I am on the road all the time. Verizon was the only carrier I had LTE data with while driving from Elkhart, Indiana to Liberty Lake, Washington. I have to have service in case of equipment failure or emergencies. I also do most of my business on the interweb with load boards and brokers. Most of my loads are emailed to me and I do all my paperwork online too. I had been with Sprint from the time I left T-Mobile in 2001 but Sprints voice and data coverage is terrible on the main routes I take from the east coast to the west coast. There is a stretch of Interstate 80 from Grand Island, NE all the way to the Utah border where I had no data coverage except for Cheyenne, WY. I couldn't even make a call. If something ever went wrong I would have been in a tight spot. I still have the Sprint line to this day because of the unlimited data plan. I have two devices on the account and it only cost me $118 per month. As long as Sprint let's me have unlimited data at that price I will keep it.
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Sprint is improving all over the country...so hopefully you can ditch Verizon soon and move all of your back to Sprint soon.
Verizon and I are finished. My account is no longer active. I have a T-Mobile SIM card on the way. I paid the extra $12.98 to have it shipped overnight. Hopefully I placed the order early enough in the day for it to ship and arrive here tomorrow or Saturday morning. I need a phone to operate my business but I was so pissed off today at verizon that I will take a few days off from being on the road to wait for my new SIM card. Like I said earlier, I will never get rid of my Sprint account as long as I have data at the price I pay for it. When I signed up with Verizon in June 2015, Sprints coverage just wasn't enough for me. There were way too many miles of interstate that were dead zones. No voice service, text or data is a no-no for me on the road. My devices have to work at all times.
T-mobile coverage is terrible if you have to travel at all. Unfortunately nothing touches Verizon for network. That and my unlimited plan keep me as a customer
I divorced Verizon November of last year and I'm still 100% happy about it. Not only did it cut my bill by 2/3 everywhere I travel I've never had an issue with my phone. With all the perks T-Mobile offers like data stash I've managed to save up 16GB of data in the short time I've been with T-Mobile. VZW will send me "offers" to come back every month but they cant offer a plan like T-Mobile can.
I have already received 3 calls from Verizon asking why I left and what it would take to get me back. I told them there was nothing that could be done. They did something that I was unhappy with and that was all it took for me to start spending my money with another carrier. I signed up for unlimited data with 14GB hotspot for $95.00 per month. My Verizon bill was $176.00 per month for 15GB data. T-Mobile will be fine for me now that their coverage areas have expanded greatly in my area and the areas of the country that I travel in. I am looking forward to my new service with T-Mobile. I felt wronged by Verizon and I won't put up with it.
Divorced them a few months back. Went for Fi. Tmo and Sprint sucked, and I had to reconcile. There's no point in having service if my phone won't ring when my kids call me
Area is Northern NJ / NYC.
Good job... The best part is that they have been receiving some really bad press lately, rightly so. They've continue to screw their most loyal customers with absolutely no remorse. I left them after being there for 12 years for Straight Talk. See ya.
taPpEd fROM mY nExUs 6
Earlier today I received an email from T-Mobile saying that my account had been activated and showed the updated shipping date from my tracking number. Then it showed my phone number. Well, it's not the phone number I gave T-Mobile to transfer for my new service. From what it looks like Verizon didn't let T-Mobile have my current number so I could take it with me. Why did T-Mobile have to give me a new number? Was it really because Verizon wouldn't let me keep it or T-Mobile take it? Do you guys know if there are rules or regulations to be able to transfer your current number to a new carrier? I'm disappointed about it to. I just got that number a year ago this month when I switched to Verizon. I had the same number for 12 years until I switched to Verizon. I hate to start fresh with a new number. I am a business owner and it is a pain to give everyone a new number. There are businesses that may have my current number but I don't have theirs in return. I hate to lose customers just because they won't have my new number. Can anyone provide any insight or success stories about getting a number switched over?
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Baloney
ncwildcat said:
T-mobile coverage is terrible if you have to travel at all. Unfortunately nothing touches Verizon for network. That and my unlimited plan keep me as a customer
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We travel and Tmobile has been quite good
If you're a glutton for punishment$ stay with Verizon
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I guess everybody has their opinions. My coworkers with T-mobile have little to no service at work, where I use my phone the most. I have never dropped signs at work and actually have quite strong signal there. My Verizon plan is 195 for 3 lines of unlimited data, minutes, and text. I have a grandfathered alltel plan. I guess if I was starting over I would have to look at all available options, but as long as I can keep my current plan (which has been years and years now) I will