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This sucks!
I've rooted and circumvented Sprints Hotspots service for a year now.
Not sure if that's the way to go for me anymore.
This Verizon news really makes me appreciate Sprint's unlimited data scheme now.
But..they are cracking down on data abusers now...tracking big users and even sites visited indicating hacked tethering use and roaming totals...dropping people with excessive data use.
Concerned they'll end up saying screw it and implement data caps.
I value unlimited Sprint plans enough that, out of principle I'm considering just forking over the monthly $...perhaps getting on a favored list lol!
u wiggin on us dood?
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http://andgeeks.com/google-android/service-providers/verizons-tiered-data-plan-makes-waves-883214/
This sucks!
I've rooted and circumvented Sprints Hotspots service for a year now.
Not sure if that's the way to go for me anymore.
This Verizon news really makes me appreciate Sprint's unlimited data scheme now.
But..they are cracking down on data abusers now...tracking big users and even sites visited indicating hacked tethering use and roaming totals...dropping people with excessive data use.
Concerned they'll end up saying screw it and implement data caps.
I value unlimited Sprint plans enough that, out of principle I'm considering just forking over the monthly $...perhaps getting on a favored list lol!
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Doesn't matter, those who have unlimited will probably be grandfathered into unlimited data.
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http://andgeeks.com/google-android/service-providers/verizons-tiered-data-plan-makes-waves-883214/
This sucks!
I've rooted and circumvented Sprints Hotspots service for a year now.
Not sure if that's the way to go for me anymore.
This Verizon news really makes me appreciate Sprint's unlimited data scheme now.
But..they are cracking down on data abusers now...tracking big users and even sites visited indicating hacked tethering use and roaming totals...dropping people with excessive data use.
Concerned they'll end up saying screw it and implement data caps.
I value unlimited Sprint plans enough that, out of principle I'm considering just forking over the monthly $...perhaps getting on a favored list lol!
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no kidding. I checked and will clear 20 gigs this month...lol
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Doesn't matter, those who have unlimited will probably be grandfathered into unlimited data.
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More importantly, they're still (as of radio ad yesterday) using unlimited data as a selling point for their phones.
NewZJ said:
u wiggin on us dood?
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Lol...maybe! But I have a couple buds who moved to ATT, and I tried a phone out there myself....and that 2G cap is ridiculous! Seriously.
I guess the issue is whether you use the tethering abusively or not... I use it to provide wifi to my tablet on the road (it is used in lieu of the phone) and in the car when my kids are in the back with their notebook (once in a while). Overall my usage is consistent with a my phone usage as ...
As far as limiting it the bandwidth, they already are doing it by reducing your connection speed. Less Speed = less debit = less sharing!
So far...
Its going to happen eventually regardless.
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More importantly, they're still (as of radio ad yesterday) using unlimited data as a selling point for their phones.
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The fact that they don't limit or even slow you down when you reach 5 gigs of services is why I switched back to sprint.
You sure about that. I've heard varying takes on that.
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I guess the issue is whether you use the tethering abusively or not... I use it to provide wifi to my tablet on the road (it is used in lieu of the phone) and in the car when my kids are in the back with their notebook (once in a while). Overall my usage is consistent with a my phone usage as ...
As far as limiting it the bandwidth, they already are doing it by reducing your connection speed. Less Speed = less debit = less sharing!
So far...
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You sure about that. I've heard varying takes on that.
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It's going to happen cause people are greedy and are gonna continue to do it whether we like it or not. Sprint will eventually make us pay for the tiered data plans, its going to happen. I hate thinking bad ****, but this is one of those things that I really think is inevitable.
The few screwing it up for the rest of us...go figure.
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It's going to happen cause people are greedy and are gonna continue to do it whether we like it or not. Sprint will eventually make us pay for the tiered data plans, its going to happen. I hate thinking bad ****, but this is one of those things that I really think is inevitable.
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I won't say it'll never happen.. But, the unlimited data is one of the few perks that brings in/keeps customers for Sprint. I haven't been treated badly by Sprint, but I've got no reason to remain loyal for loyalty's sake.
I doubt they will. Over time most data will become wireless anyway. Once all is on 4G or LTE, it won't matter the bandwidth as much. Sprint already charges more for premium data anyway. Not to mention their voice coverage sucks and the unlimited plan is what helps them keep customers. I would switch to Verizon as soon as Sprint says the unlimited plan is changing.
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I Don't know alot about it but is there really a differance between using Pandora,Netflix,dishnetwork,ect..... on my tethered gtablet compared to directly on my phone. Not sure......But it does enables me and my kids to enjoy this entertanment in the car without totaly tieing up my phone....Thats just my opion
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I doubt they will. Over time most data will become wireless anyway. Once all is on 4G or LTE, it won't matter the bandwidth as much. Sprint already charges more for premium data anyway. Not to mention their voice coverage sucks and the unlimited plan is what helps them keep customers. I would switch to Verizon as soon as Sprint says the unlimited plan is changing.
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100% agree on all fronts.
Their CS is fantastic, bar none...but without truly unlimited data I no longer give a **** about that. If I have to pick between the big 3.....AT&T would have the fastest 3G and most pervasive 4G...Verizon would have the best "all around" pricing and fastest 4G and Sprint would have....what? The worst coverage AND crappy plans but pleasant customer service? No thanks. I'll take verizon.
...I hate AT&T with a passion. I have them for home internet service. I have never in my life been treated so poorly by a service I pay for....paying a bill over the phone or online is a gigantic pain in the ass...and I have never ever had a service shut off for paying a service IN FULL, EARLY until I had the modern-day incarnation of AT&T....and I am far from alone on that.
This is Sprint's ace in the hole...well, that and Google recently buddying up with them....but...lacking unlimited data they have no compelling reason to stick around.
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I Don't know alot about it but is there really a differance between using Pandora,Netflix,dishnetwork,ect..... on my tethered gtablet compared to directly on my phone. Not sure......But it does enables me and my kids to enjoy this entertanment in the car without totaly tieing up my phone....Thats just my opion
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As far as data usage, not really. However, it increases the potential for additional/more data usage as you might not of loaded it on your phone if that was the only option.
Personally, any reasonable usage is fine. Big difference between checking email on a tethered laptop.. and torrenting.
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I guess the issue is whether you use the tethering abusively or not... I use it to provide wifi to my tablet on the road (it is used in lieu of the phone) and in the car when my kids are in the back with their notebook (once in a while). Overall my usage is consistent with a my phone usage as ...
As far as limiting it the bandwidth, they already are doing it by reducing your connection speed. Less Speed = less debit = less sharing!
So far...
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This pretty much describes my tethering usage, except the kids part.
I like the leaked plans from AT&T for their LTE pricing. This is based off of what Lulsec stole today, but apparently AT&T is going to go with speed tiers when their LTE is released instead of bandwidth caps, you just pay for how fast you want your internet. To me that makes more sense.
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As far as data usage, not really. However, it increases the potential for additional/more data usage as you might not of loaded it on your phone if that was the only option.
Personally, any reasonable usage is fine. Big difference between checking email on a tethered laptop.. and torrenting.
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Yeah, umm, unless that torrent download is an absolute emergency (and I actually have been in that situation before...on the road at a trade show....needed a kinda huge file I had hosted at home....) you are just torrenting tethered off your phone to show off...even 4G sucks relative to even a basic cable-modem connection.....
I think the people who use 10+gb a month tethering illegally should take a step back and think about what they're doing. Just pay the price every month to tether the right way. Because once you guys really piss Sprint off, that 20gb you use every month is going to cost a fortune thanks to the tiered data policy they will enact. Then you'll be paying MORE than you would have if you had paid for the tethering.
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http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/21/sprint-to-nix-unlimited-from-mobile-broadband-and-hotspot-plan/
So, anyone know a good way to get out of a contract. Apparently you can't be grandfathered in and i want out.
I don't use tethering or Wimax so I'm good. Smartphone data is unlimited still.
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This is for people that pay for sprint hotspot only. Its still unlimitied phone usage and rooted tether.
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This is good about time they stopped the bandwidth hogs on hotspots slowing down my bandwidth on my phone
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As much as this doesn't affect most of us, all it's going to do is make people cancel their hotspot and gravitate towards the free tethering you can get when you root. But, in all reality, most people who pay for and use the hotspot rarely go over 5 gigs a month anyways.
yea, i guess I should not have added the hotspot, just used rooted wireless tethering. Guess sprint showed me not to try and do things there way.
tbm48813 said:
yea, i guess I should not have added the hotspot, just used rooted wireless tethering. Guess sprint showed me not to try and do things there way.
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What are you doing that would use over 5GB of data while tethering?
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What are you doing that would use over 5GB of data while tethering?
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That's a lot of porn, man.... Filthy, filthy porn....
You know this only puts them one step closer to making smartphone plans like this . Im well aware that they have said they will keep the unlimited data plan . But I have a feeling that will eventually fall under the "Terms and Conditions are subject to change" umbrella when it does happen LOL
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You know this only puts them one step closer to making smartphone plans like this . Im well aware that they have said they will keep the unlimited data plan . But I have a feeling that will eventually fall under the "Terms and Conditions are subject to change" umbrella when it does happen LOL
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LOL, I will happily pay the ETF as I jump off the Sprint bandwagon (if/when) that ever happens.
I think I enjoy Sprint's best 4G speeds in the nation but the day they loose unlimited on the phone, I'm off.
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LOL, I will happily pay the ETF as I jump off the Sprint bandwagon (if/when) that ever happens.
I think I enjoy Sprint's best 4G speeds in the nation but the day they loose unlimited on the phone, I'm off.
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LOL, its not like you can go anywhere else and get truly unlimited data. So oh well.
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LOL, its not like you can go anywhere else and get truly unlimited data. So oh well.
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But nobody else is trying to pull the rug out from under us like sprint. Everyone else is being upfront.
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But nobody else is trying to pull the rug out from under us like sprint. Everyone else is being upfront.
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Well if you are paying attention to things, like most people have it seems to be doing this....
1. Network adds Iphone
2. Cuts unlimited Data
3. Puts in more dirty policys
4. Watches people leave their contracts
Im guessing sprint is next to start with the madness. But realistically, all of them are doing it so there's no where else to go imo.
swaze said:
Well if you are paying attention to things, like most people have it seems to be doing this....
1. Network adds Iphone
2. Cuts unlimited Data
3. Puts in more dirty policys
4. Watches people leave their contracts
Im guessing sprint is next to start with the madness. But realistically, all of them are doing it so there's no where else to go imo.
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The Mobile Hotspot/ Air Card limit was a bad move, I can understand the phone tethering limit to 5GB.
This move gives Verizon the all clear on flagging their Mobile Hotspots as the better & cheaper alternative, why by a limited 4G WiMax hotspot when you can buy a faster & $10 cheaper monthly ($50 for 5GB) LTE hotspot from Verizon?
It would be better if they grandfathered current users before the limit because now the ETF free door has been swung open, loosing more contract subscribers valued at an est. $1700 x number of mobile hotspot users, over a 2 year contract.
SMH
But no one thought to bring that possible backlash up at an investor meeting. Where I assume this deal went down.
unlimited data is next ..
Sprint no longer has the only best phones and their 4g sucks big time. If they drop unlimited on phones no one has a justifiable reason to stay with them.
Just in time to grab the nexus on VZW I guess. :-\
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Sprint no longer has the only best phones and their 4g sucks big time. If they drop unlimited on phones no one has a justifiable reason to stay with them.
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Except their extremely cheap prices...
Remember, that's the reason most people go with sprint. I would already be with Verizon if that wasn't the case.
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Sprint no longer has the only best phones and their 4g sucks big time. If they drop unlimited on phones no one has a justifiable reason to stay with them.
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except for the little fact that its cheaper for me and my wife than any other carrier around, and there are no signal issues where I live. Other than that, you're absolutely correct.
yousefak said:
Except their extremely cheap prices...
Remember, that's the reason most people go with sprint. I would already be with Verizon if that wasn't the case.
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I totally agree.
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Unlimited data died 6/28/2012. Unlimited data was survived by many continuing users and a crappy pooled data replacement plan.
His name was unlimited data. His name was unlimited data.
And so on.
Amen.
My thoughts and prayers are extended to all who lost this loved one.
Unlimited was a good connection, and a good deal. He was...He was one of us. He was a connection who loved the outdoors, and data, and as a surfer explored the beaches of southern California from Redondo to Calabassos. And he was an avid bowler. And a good friend. He died -- he died as so many of his generation, before his time. In your wisdom you took him, Verizon. As you took so many bright flowering good deals, at Khe San and Lan Doc (voice rising) AND HILL 364! These good data deals gave their lives. And Unlimited too. Unlimited...who...who loved bowling. And so, Unlimited--Data--Plan, in accordance with what we think your dying wishes might well have been, we commit your mortal remains to the bosom of the bandwidth pool, which you loved so well. Goodnight, sweet prince. ****, I'm sorry Dude. Awww, **** it Dude. Let's go bowling.
I'm going to pound my unlimited data as long as I can for all of you who've lost. That's the only consolation I have for you.
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I was never lucky enough to meet unlimited data for myself. A few of my friends have. From what I have heard unlimited data was wonderful and amazing. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
I bumped into Unlimited Data this past December while purchasing my ReZound. Never thought I'd love U. D. more on Verizon than tmobile but surprise!
ReZound
I think in honor of Unlimited Data, I'm going to stream as much as I can on mine today...
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I'm going to pound my unlimited data as long and hard as I can for all of you who've lost. That's the only consolation I have for you.
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I thought the topic of this thread was pour one out not pound one out. LOL
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I thought the topic of this thread was pour one out not pound one out. LOL
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Can't say I didn't see that one coming.
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I'm glad it's gone. People who use over 10gb/month should not be paying $30.
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I'm glad it's gone. People who use over 10gb/month should not be paying $30.
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I think I might hate you for saying that... Even though I have unlimited data and never come close to even 4GB/mo, what you're saying is basically total blasphemy in my eyes.
Doesn't cost VZW any more for unlimited. They just found a cash cow to milk.
Look you should pay for what you use. The one size fits all monthly fee is stupid. If you use over 10GB/month that is not fair use. There is no way you need enough data to stream 100 hours of Netflix per month. I use 1-2 gb/month and I use my phone quite a bit. I think $5/GB would be fair.
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Look you should pay for what you use. The one size fits all monthly fee is stupid. If you use over 10GB/month that is not fair use. There is no way you need enough data to stream 100 hours of Netflix per month. I use 1-2 gb/month and I use my phone quite a bit. I think $5/GB would be fair.
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Maybe it shouldn't be $30/mo for unlimited, but there should be much larger data allotments for the price than they are offering. With my Cox cable at home, I get 300GB/[email protected]~30Mbps download for $60/mo. LTE is comparable in speed, and therefore could easily accumulate the same amount of data downloaded in a month.
The fact that Verizon advertises that you can watch Netflix HD over their LTE connection, but the reality that one movie will eat up almost half your monthly allotment in 2 hours, is where the problem comes in. They essentially advertise a usage model that is completely impossible given their bandwidth restrictions and pricing.
The entire world is moving towards cloud based services, consuming more and more data for what are becoming everyday activities. If Verizons data plans don't become cheaper and allow a more realistic bandwidth cap, then we're all going to get ****ed in the end.
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Look you should pay for what you use. The one size fits all monthly fee is stupid. If you use over 10GB/month that is not fair use. There is no way you need enough data to stream 100 hours of Netflix per month. I use 1-2 gb/month and I use my phone quite a bit. I think $5/GB would be fair.
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We know your opinion, and frankly it's Verizon's problem, not mine. If they have a problem with me watching an hour of Netflix a day at the gym, they shouldn't have sold me a phone with unlimited data, and sold me on mobile Netflix.
You're right, I don't need to. But I can, so I do. I don't know why you should be glad people are losing something they enjoy. That's childish and small.
I salute you oh unlimited... You were my never ending buffet for data... Burp lol
Funny, my plan still says Unlimited.
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We know your opinion, and frankly it's Verizon's problem, not mine. If they have a problem with me watching an hour of Netflix a day at the gym, they shouldn't have sold me a phone with unlimited data, and sold me on mobile Netflix.
You're right, I don't need to. But I can, so I do. I don't know why you should be glad people are losing something they enjoy. That's childish and small.
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If you want to watch an hour of Netflix every day, that is fine. Just pay more than the people who don't. $5/GB is fair. You can set Netflix to use 100mb/hour. So Netflix @$0.50/hour is fair. Your Netflix slows down my web browsing.
Verizon Unlimited was survived by his cousin Sprint unlimited whom we may still contact from time to time when we feel sorrow for our lost loved one, Verizon unlimited. :crying:
ON a less serious note, sprint does really still have true unlimited data. Not sure about all the details, i just know service sucks in my area and phone selection is decent but its no rezound
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Verizon Unlimited was survived by his cousin Sprint unlimited whom we may still contact from time to time when we feel sorrow for our lost loved one, Verizon unlimited. :crying:
ON a less serious note, sprint does really still have true unlimited data. Not sure about all the details, i just know service sucks in my area and phone selection is decent but its no rezound
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I would take the Evo 4G LTE over the Rezound any day of the week lol.
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Look you should pay for what you use. The one size fits all monthly fee is stupid. If you use over 10GB/month that is not fair use. There is no way you need enough data to stream 100 hours of Netflix per month. I use 1-2 gb/month and I use my phone quite a bit. I think $5/GB would be fair.
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I think that you should pay for 'peak data' like we pay for peak minutes.
During business hours and other times, maybe do a $5/GB, then pay whatever for unlimited otherwise.
At 3am, there isn't much additional cost for Verizon, with everything place, for me to use tons of bandwidth.
At 7pm, when everyone's home from work, streaming their pr0n, I get it. Make it 5am to 9pm limited, and 9pm > unlimited, for whatever price.
I'll deal with that.
Flat rate $5/GB with a 5GB a month minimum is the way to do it. So a smartphone will still cost $25/month if you use 0mb-5GB. Then $5/GB after that.
Things like Netflix and pandora are what are causing bandwidth problems and everyday use of these needs to stop. Of you have a long car ride one in a blue moon that you need that stuff for 5-10 hours no problem. But if you stream pandora every day that is bs. Buy your music and support the artist.
Half way through the month and I'm at 50GB... I'm loving the unlimited data plan...
And that is why Verizon changed to shared data, because data hogs ruin it for everyone else. Have you heard of wifi? There are people who stay below 2 gb of data who enjoy getting a low priced upgrade at the end if their contract but who are afraid to because they will have to change to the new shared plan. I get 4 gb for the price of 2 on my current plan, still only use under half that. Thanks!
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They offered the plans, we were customers at the right time...there is no reason we cannot use it!
I'm still under an Unlimited plan and plan to keep it a good long while! I enjoy as much data as I wish a month
I'm sorry you were not able to keep it, dont hate the player...hate the game/provider!
I'm gonna go see how much data I can rack up before my bill cycle ends on the 5th
How is it even possible to use that much data? I would have to spend all my time consuming data.
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Buddy of mine has done it with Netflix
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And that is why Verizon changed to shared data, because data hogs ruin it for everyone else. Have you heard of wifi? There are people who stay below 2 gb of data who enjoy getting a low priced upgrade at the end if their contract but who are afraid to because they will have to change to the new shared plan. I get 4 gb for the price of 2 on my current plan, still only use under half that. Thanks!
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Your crazy if you think the 1% "data hogs" on the Verizon network have anything what so ever to do with shared plans. It's called corporate greed. Period. It's the same reason they let us keep it. If you want and are nice about it they still let you keep unlimited with a upgrade. They would rather keep the customer then lose one over the would be profit gained from share plans.
^This is not the first time I have heard this
Actually mine is Netflix/Amazon/and a few other type of sites. I'm currently in an area where dsl and cable are not available. So it's use what I have to see something on the screen or a couple of channels on an antenna.
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^This is not the first time I have heard this
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It was stated in an article that due to people using more data instead of calls/messaging, they flipped the billing around. Calls and messages cost nothing and they are raping on data now. Used to be the opposite.
Greed is the fuel.
I got in with the loophole. Im not going to ever let it go. Yea some months can be less but its football season. Ill rack on streaming like nobodys business.
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I got in with the loophole. Im not going to ever let it go. Yea some months can be less but its football season. Ill rack on streaming like nobodys business.
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Do you have NFL Mobile without the monthly fees also?
All I am saying is people using exorbitant amounts of data is the reason these phone companies started to limit the data plans and charge more. If it didn't happen they couldn't use that for a reason. Really, doesn't anyone have a job that they spend that much time watching Netflix? I guess we are back in the store age of you don't have access to cable or a dish network. If you are in that remote of an area I would imagine your cell service isn't that strong either.
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All I am saying is people using exorbitant amounts of data is the reason these phone companies started to limit the data plans and charge more. If it didn't happen they couldn't use that for a reason. Really, doesn't anyone have a job that they spend that much time watching Netflix? I guess we are back in the store age of you don't have access to cable or a dish network. If you are in that remote of an area I would imagine your cell service isn't that strong either.
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Lol not everyone lives in a major city. Matter of fact there are far more rural areas then major in the us. Have you not seen a Verizon commercial in the last couple years? They are marketing to the very people you think are abusing the network. They preload netflix on most models . We are far past the days of per meg or kb billing. Hell a single hd flick is atleast a few gigs. Be realistic man.
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All I am saying is people using exorbitant amounts of data is the reason these phone companies started to limit the data plans and charge more.
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Where is your proof? Oh wait, there is none, because your argument is bull****.
Yes I suppose if you're using your phone as a hot spot with no wifi available, you could run up quite a bit of data. I do watch a lot of shows online using my comcast high speed. I prolly use 50 GB per month or more.
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JerseyFF said:
Do you have NFL Mobile without the monthly fees also?
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Ah no one has that. Thats a verizon app they charge for now. I use a streaming site for the games. If you got the last updated version of flash ur golden.
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All I am saying is people using exorbitant amounts of data is the reason these phone companies started to limit the data plans and charge more. If it didn't happen they couldn't use that for a reason. Really, doesn't anyone have a job that they spend that much time watching Netflix? I guess we are back in the store age of you don't have access to cable or a dish network. If you are in that remote of an area I would imagine your cell service isn't that strong either.
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Really. And cooperate greed has nothing to do with it or the fact they know they are a leading carrier in the US. All these companies want is to charge you more for less.
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They offered the plans, we were customers at the right time...there is no reason we cannot use it!
I'm still under an Unlimited plan and plan to keep it a good long while! I enjoy as much data as I wish a month
I'm sorry you were not able to keep it, dont hate the player...hate the game/provider!
I'm gonna go see how much data I can rack up before my bill cycle ends on the 5th
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The reason cmraymond stated is not the reason that Verizon is trying so hard to push people off of unlimited - this is the reason. You say that you're going to see how much data you can rack up before your bill cycle as if you're intentionally trying to use as much data as possible because you can. This seems to be a common thought among people who hold on to their unlimited data, and it does make cmraymond's hypothesis slightly more possible. You may be mad that Verizon wants to take your unlimited data, but the way to justice is not to abuse it as much as possible. That doesn't teach Verizon a lesson, that makes them want to try as hard as they possibly can to kick you off of it once and for all so that they can do other things with all that bandwidth. I'm not saying that it's right that Verizon wants to move everyone away from unlimited, but when I see posts like this, I understand their reasoning. It's precisely why I didn't care about switching to shared - I don't need to use unnecessary amounts of data just because I can, and often I don't. I like streaming HD video, but I don't need to be doing so 24/7 through mobile data. I like being able to stream music, but I found that it's just as simple to download the songs I listen to onto an SD card (I have about 120 or so songs on it, so it's not an incredibly large choice, but it barely uses any space so I'm sure people could download much more if they needed), so I don't need to stream every time I want to listen to music. Verizon expects people to be able to do the same things I've done, because it's reasonable. Using their network is a privilege, and unlimited data is not a right. They may have originally done away with unlimited data to get more money, but now I can understand the argument that they just genuinely want people to stop using so much data simply because they can use data.
I have unlimited data but I only use about 2 gb a month. I'm usually on wifi which is a lot faster.
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That's all I am saying. I see post after post of people who tethered because they don't have Internet. More likely reason is they don't want to pay for Internet and just use their phones data. Hello, I pay $40 for wireless Internet plus $ 100 bucks for cell phone with data. The people who do this run data sky high too. I just say own up to what you use and pay for it. I am not going to sugar coat it, and you can't deny that there are thousands of posts of people who tether without paying for it.
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I hit over 400GB month before last
Just thought I should share my thoughts regarding my latest warranty exchange....my WiFi was having issues on stock Rom unrooted so I called Verizon and see what they could offer.
Battery pull and network refresh(really? I didn't know WiFi was part of the Verizon network but OK)
Factory reset(I though alright atleast were in the right area....)
Finally she proceeded to order me a replacement while telling me that Verizon doesn't tolerate abuse of the network or altering of devices, I asked why do you believe its altered and where is this abuse of your network? she replies, you use an extreme amount of data that is not likely to be consumed soley on the phone.
I couldn't stop laughing, I HONESTLY asked her if she got that from an episode of CSI? I then told her my unlimited plan doesn't include a clause for intruding questions about assumptions on how I use my phone. She quickly backed off and gave me a tracking number for the shipping.
I just was truly caught off guard after the years of having my plan and NEVER being questioned like this LOL....just my interaction and wanted to pass it along
Out of curiosity how much data was it? If you'd happen to know ?
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Unlimited!
Last month I used 96GB. I'm only half way through this billing cycle and already up to 52GB
-4ndr01d- said:
Last month I used 96GB. I'm only half way through this billing cycle and already up to 52GB
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Holly Crap Batman thats a lota data but you have the right to use it. Thats why the plan is called "Unlimited" right?
zone23 said:
Holly Crap Batman thats a lota data but you have the right to use it. Thats why the plan is called "Unlimited" right?
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That's what I'm saying.
When I called Verizon the week of the DNA launch, I asked the local store if they would have any devices in on that day. The rep asked me if I was upgrading my line and if I was he tried to sell me the SG3. I told him I was not upgrading, I didn't want that pos, and am planning to buy the DNA at retail price. His statement I clearly remember "Why on earth would you pay $600 for THAT phone when clearly you are eligible and able to get a better phone for $99" ... I said nicely that I would like to keep my unlimited data plan. Then he asked me, how much data do I use on a monthly basis ... I replied, usually 30-40GB+ depending. He said "depending?!! that much data should not be allowed, how can one person abuse Verizon..." I just interrupted him loudly saying ...I have UNLIMITED, UNLIMITED means there is no LIMIT! and hung up.
Since then, I blow my data out the water. Hit over 100GB last month myself and plan to do it continually
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That's what I'm saying.
When I called Verizon the week of the DNA launch, I asked the local store if they would have any devices in on that day. The rep asked me if I was upgrading my line and if I was he tried to sell me the SG3. I told him I was not upgrading, I didn't want that pos, and am planning to buy the DNA at retail price. His statement I clearly remember "Why on earth would you pay $600 for THAT phone when clearly you are eligible and able to get a better phone for $99" ... I said nicely that I would like to keep my unlimited data plan. Then he asked me, how much data do I use on a monthly basis ... I replied, usually 30-40GB+ depending. He said "depending?!! that much data should not be allowed, how can one person abuse Verizon..." I just interrupted him loudly saying ...I have UNLIMITED, UNLIMITED means there is no LIMIT! and hung up.
Since then, I blow my data out the water. Hit over 100GB last month myself and plan to do it continually
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I just think it's funny that people try to say the unlimited plans were taken away "because of people like you". The reality is that Verizon got rid of unlimited plans because they want to make more money. It has very little to do with the few people here and there who "abuse" their unlimited data.
I personally have unlimited and use as little as 2GB or as much as 10GB on any given month...
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I just think it's funny that people try to say the unlimited plans were taken away "because of people like you". The reality is that Verizon got rid of unlimited plans because they want to make more money. It has very little to do with the few people here and there who "abuse" their unlimited data.
I personally have unlimited and use as little as 2GB or as much as 10GB on any given month...
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Netflix, Downloading ROMs, DropBox (Auto-Upload:I take a lot of pictures and videos) YouTube, Google Music (have no problem streaming 2GB a day worth of music)
So I'm not really "abusing" I'm just taking advantage of my unlimited data, especially since the DNA only has a set amount of storage.
Now me downloading the Windows 7/SP1 ISO files from Microsoft every day would be "abusing" yet still legit
and it is all about Verizon wanting more money... They charging you for data usage and selling you phones without sdcards, forcing you to use their data to use your cloud storage
I think Verizon is "abusing" us!
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Netflix, Downloading ROMs, DropBox (Auto-Upload:I take a lot of pictures and videos) YouTube, Google Music (have no problem streaming 2GB a day worth of music)
So I'm not really "abusing" I'm just taking advantage of my unlimited data, especially since the DNA only has a set amount of storage.
Now me downloading the Windows 7/SP1 ISO files from Microsoft every day would be "abusing" yet still legit
and it is all about Verizon wanting more money... They charging you for data usage and selling you phones without sdcards, forcing you to use their data to use your cloud storage
I think Verizon is "abusing" us!
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I agree, Work got me on trips all the time. When at hotels, WiFi costs extra. My phone is the alternative... That uses majority me data there.
I went the route of adding an extra line to get my DNA, came out cheaper that retail!
$199 - for phone with contract
$240 - $10/month for the extra line (2yrs)
$30 - they activate data on the line, switch your two phones then cut the data off the secondary line
I got my DNA for a little over $480 with a pack of 5 free screen protectors lol
My experience with Verizon's customer service has been horrible. If Sprint had the coverage of Verizon, I would still be with them. They finally made things right with me when I was able to do an early upgrade to get my Droid DNA. I was ready to jump back to Sprint lol
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Out of curiosity how much data was it? If you'd happen to know ?
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Well this month it was roughly 132gb as I recall, I've gotten as high as 200gb before. Bottom line is I pay for unlimited and have had this plan going on six years so lets see 12x6=72x30=2160. That's 2,160 reasons why I don't need to explain myself about how or why I use my phone
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I hope you all know eventually they are going to remove the unlimited data plan from everyone. Even when I had unlimited my 3g speeds were so slow on my old phone I never used it, I never even hit 1gb and I still haven't. The most I have ever used was 500mb. But I guess you guys can do as you please since you have unlimited. They can't stop you until they take it away...
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JWhetstone02 said:
Netflix, Downloading ROMs, DropBox (Auto-Upload:I take a lot of pictures and videos) YouTube, Google Music (have no problem streaming 2GB a day worth of music)
So I'm not really "abusing" I'm just taking advantage of my unlimited data, especially since the DNA only has a set amount of storage.
Now me downloading the Windows 7/SP1 ISO files from Microsoft every day would be "abusing" yet still legit
and it is all about Verizon wanting more money... They charging you for data usage and selling you phones without sdcards, forcing you to use their data to use your cloud storage
I think Verizon is "abusing" us!
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Sad thing is I watched a sales rep convice a friend to switch and she got an iPad thinking there's no way I can use all that data they are offering.....sadly she called me the next day saying Verizon ****ed me now......now she's right around same price monthly and is limited
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^ interesting. I'm new to Verizon and the phone so I have a limited plan but a co worker of mine long time Verizon person has the unlimited plan he says they tried with him also to change the plan he refused. That's some pretty high usuage you use hehe. I can def see how it can be pretty high I don't use my carrier internet to much but just from streaming music and uploading pictures alone gets me a lot of usage.
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Out of curiosity, what are you doing to use that much data? The highest I've gone was like 10 gigs. I don't think I could go any higher if I tried.
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Battery pull and network refresh(really? I didn't know WiFi was part of the Verizon network but OK)
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mkzbdroid said:
Battery pull and network refresh(really? I didn't know WiFi was part of the Verizon network but OK)
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I was wondering the same thing. I'm about to get my Droid RAZR replaced to a DNA through warranty and the rep told me I had to pay for the battery and battery cover... I was under the impression that the battery was non-removable. I even have another thread asking this very question and the answer I got was that it was not removable.
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oOMavrikOo said:
I was wondering the same thing. I'm about to get my Droid RAZR replaced to a DNA through warranty and the rep told me I had to pay for the battery and battery cover... I was under the impression that the battery was non-removable. I even have another thread asking this very question and the answer I got was that it was not removable.
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The battery on the DNA and back cover are NOT removable.
mkzbdroid said:
Well this month it was roughly 132gb as I recall, I've gotten as high as 200gb before. Bottom line is I pay for unlimited and have had this plan going on six years so lets see 12x6=72x30=2160. That's 2,160 reasons why I don't need to explain myself about how or why I use my phone.
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Would you be kind enough to explain to someone (a noob) who isn't knowledgeable enough as to understand how a user could use 200 gb a month?
Could someone use 2000gb......8000gb....or a lot more then that a month?
Please tell me how that would be possible even given exaggerated use. I am new to this, and really don't know.
Thanks,
Dan
ScreenSpace said:
Would you be kind enough to explain to someone (a noob) who isn't knowledgeable enough as to understand how a user could use 200 gb a month?
Could someone use 2000gb......8000gb....or a lot more then that a month?
Please tell me how that would be possible even given exaggerated use. I am new to this, and really don't know.
Thanks,
Dan
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It's could be possible...
1. Get root
2. Install WiFi tether
3. Enjoy the 4g speeds from laptop
4. ....torrent 24/7 to get your exaggerated use
-HTC Droid DNA-
JWhetstone02 said:
It's could be possible...
1. Get root
2. Install WiFi tether
3. Enjoy the 4g speeds from laptop
4. ....torrent 24/7 to get your exaggerated use
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Thank You!
I now see it!
Dan