The real reason the BlackBerry Storm doesn’t have Wi-Fi or tri-band HSDPA
You might have guessed it, but the reason is Verizon! We confirmed this a little while back with one of our really top-level sources (you know who you are!) and they did, in fact, confirm our suspicions — Verizon said hell to the no, we don’t play that up in here! Now, before the flamewars start, I will publicly say that although it might not be crystal clear, I love Verizon. Personally, Verizon has the best voice and data network in the US. Did you hear that? I lovez me some VZW.
With that out of the way, it’s pretty clear Verizon’s stance with Wi-Fi, but no tri-band HSDPA? We can only assume Verizon thought that with tri-band HSDPA, people would be unlocking these things left and right to use the devices on AT&T and Rogers. That would take out a decent chunk of their data revenue, but at the end of the day, are that many people who now can’t get a 3G Storm but rather a 2G one going to port to Verizon because of it? That remains to be seen, but all Storm first-hand impressions aside, this thing not having Wi-Fi at the very minimum is a major pain in the ass. Does anyone remember the “leaked” Expansys photo that had the Wi-Fi indicator in it? Funny, right? And to the commenters who will start saying, “It’s the best data network, you don’t need Wi-Fi!” You’re dumb, ignorant, and stupid. Plain and simple.
Ok, I understand that WIFI is not really necessary, but C’mon we’re talking about the latest techno here – Sofistication!! for crying out loud. If Verizon claim to have the “Best” network, why not go all the way. What? verizon can’t stand competition? If they say they have the “Best” network, they shouldn’t be afraid of compition. Further more, having the latest phone without the latest technology is UNIMPRESSIVE !!!!!!
In fact, Movilnet Venezuela neither has! and only works in CDMA, as they said
No WIFI , straaaaaange . latest mobile without WIFI. i decided to buy this mobile but when i knew it hasnt WIFI i didnt
Yeah seriously I mean everything is great with this phone and I am using it currently unlocked with T-Mobile but the ONLY thing that I didnt like is that is has NO WI-FI ? WHYYY !! They should of made it with wi-fi and trust me it would of made they’re profits better than without wi-fi. at the end T-MOBILE FOR LIFE baby !!
I was planning to buy this blackberry, but when I knew that it does not have WiFi, I decided to buy an other one.
I can not believe that this mobile does not have WiFi
Loved the article! You said it best. My soul’s been craving this phone, but after learning that it has no wi-fi, I really don’t know what else to think -_- … Two thumbs waaay down on Storm w/no wi-fi.
ahh..all is gud but only one thing which is worng in this mobile is it doesnt hav WI-FI
other thn its kool
True to a point. I understand all the other companies have WiFi. That’s cool. But wuth the largest most reliable network, unlimited email and data.. Why id WiFi needed at all? Other companies yeah, they need it.
Boy, I got a Storm as a gift and had great expectations, especially cause I thought it had wifi capabilities. I just don’t see why they would bring out the lastest phone without the latest technology! Great phone, but without wifi, it sucks!
Absolutely ridiculous !!!
Was ultra keen for the blackberry storm – however the lack of wifi really sealed the deal on another brand. Really disappointed in this decision……what device doesn’t have wifi these days….seriously!
Are there any way to install a Wi-Fi on this phone?
So WIFI is on now…Droid will have it won’t it?
yew this phone sucks I just can beleve that in mexico people have better phones than in the us , I felt so stupid showing up with my caosins in mexico that i have a suckberry storm , but no wifi it sucks just if I KNEW I WOULDN´T HAVE BOUTH IT BUT I GUESS THEY DID IT FOR A REASON TO STICK IT IN YOUR ASS BY CHARGING 49 DOLLARS FOR THE INTERNET SERVICE WICH IT SUCKS THATS WHY I QUIT USING VERIZON. THAT COMPANY SUCKS