Comments on: AT&T files suit against Verizon for its latest ad campaign

By: Pingas

Pingas — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:00:40 +0000

The cellular industry.

By: Ka El

Ka El — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:35:02 +0000

These were interesting comments. My iPhone is great! Whenever I meet Verizon or Sprint folks they are complaining about their service. However, everytime I go online Verizon folks seem cult like in their praise for Verizon. Is Verizon paying folks to write negative comments online. If so, I’d like to apply for some of that money. Verizon sucks! If they did not suck their customers would be more pleasant. If Verizon was so great they would not come up with a gimmick per week to try to keep up. By the way, did I say that Verizon sucks! AT&T stop this suit. The iPhone speaks volumes. Wait for the upgraded iPhone coming summer 2010. Droid done! iPhone does! Welcome back boss!

By: JW

JW — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:43:04 +0000

Unfortunately you don’t know a thing Apple is DROPPING at&t and moving to verizon the iphone will be available by Christmas 2010. Apple is doing this because of the ads. The map does tell the whole story you CANT claim to be the fastest 3G network when you hardly have a 3G network.

By: Samuel rodriguez

Samuel rodriguez — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:18:30 +0000

It’s ok AT&T , vwz hate day , make AT&T pay day … Those red loser 1st didt want the iPhone now there beg for it … AT&T says no … Now the hate it. … Maps don’t tells the whole story dude ……

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By: Diabl0

Diabl0 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:15:15 +0000

All is fair in ads and war! As Verizon stated on their counter affidavit: “We are just telling the truth and the truth hurts” Seeing the minced version of the 53 page statement of Verizon.

I must say, I could be on the side of Verizon especially when the edge 2.5G of AT&T should not be really included on the map, because we are talking about 3G! not 2.5G! and the speed of EDGE vs 3G of Verizon is relatively slower

detailed review AT&T VS VERIZON: http://bit.ly/Verizon-is-just-telling-the-truth-and-the-truth-hurts

By: victoria

victoria — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:50:51 +0000

We all know that AT&T service is now on a plummet but we also need to settle the facts first and see the side of AT&.

Updates: ATT had recently released a statement why they are suing Verizon. May the “there’s a misinterpretaion for that that” image help you to understand better why AT&T is having a boiling-point over the matter.

detailed sources: http://bit.ly/ATT-VS-VERIZON-Theres-a-misinterpretation-for-that

Hint: The conflict is about not including AT&T’s Zedge 2.5G on the picture

Flame-on!

By: Brad

Brad — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:33:37 +0000

If USCC does have 3G, they really need to update their maps. Their website claims they have zero 3G west of Oklahoma City.

By: JARED

JARED — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:23:59 +0000

AT&T IS AN OLD SLOW NETWORK WITHOUT THE SPEED WE NEED IN TODAY’S DEVICES. THEY SUE WHEN THEY SHOULD BE PUTTING THEIR PROFITS INTO THEIR INFRASTRUCTURE.

I GOTTA GIVE IT TO ATT’S MARKETING GROUP– THEY HAVE ARGUABLY THE WORST NETWORK, SOMEHOW MANAGED TO GET THE IPHONE, AND TO TOP IT OFF THEY ARE THE MOST EXPENSIVE CARRIER OUT!

I HAVE MORE RESPECT FOR T-MOBILE AS THEY HAVE A DATED NETWORK AND ACKNOWLEDGE IT WITH REASONABLE PRICING.

ONE MORE COMMENT — YOU KNOW THE WORLD IS A CRAZY PLACE WHEN SPRINT WHO HAS ARGUABLY A GREAT COVERAGE/DATA SPEED NETWORK AND CAN’T MAKE A PROFIT. SOME OF US HERE WILL EVEN SLAM SPRINT– DOESN’T MAKE SENSE WHEN THEY SURELY HAVE A BETTER NETWORK/COVERAGE DATA SPEEDS FOR MOST OF US THAN ATT, TMOBILE— AND TOP IT OFF THEY PUT LARGE AMOUNTS OF CASH BACK IN OUR POCKETS EACH MONTH.–AND NOW EVEN HAVE GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE.

YOU WANT TO SEE A BETTER WORLD?! HERE IS THE ANSWER: AN IPHONE ON THE SPRINT NETWORK. BETTER YET, APPLE IN ALL THEIR VISION FORESEEING A NEED FOR THEIR OWN NETWORK AND PURCHASING SPRINT FOR A STEAL!

WE KNOW WIMAX TO LTE IS NOT COST PROHIBITIVE, AND MAINLY SOFTWARE TWEEKS– MAKE THE PURCHASE APPLE! GET YOUR OWN GREAT NETWORK FOR A STEAL AND BRING YOUR CUSTOMER/BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY TO SPRINTS NETWORK FOR YOUR SUPERIOR PRODUCTS!

UNTIL THEN, I’LL BE SATISFIED WITH RUMORS THE IPHONE IS COMING TO VERIZON

By: janet

janet — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:54:12 +0000

all of this debating about wireless services has got to be one of the most amusing and comical reading i’ve done in a while. keep up the good work. im certainly enjoying.

By: Dan

Dan — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:39:41 +0000

Too many other comments. TL DR, however it’s painfully obvious that cellular data is not available during phone calls. Ask any iPhone user. It’s a fact of life.

By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:57:09 +0000

It will be a big deal especially for others like myself that actually uses some of the functionality of the phones. I have VZ for work but let me tell u that I’m not at all satisfied with it. Voice and Data is still debatable since its not working on my storm. Proven and tested thank you. I can only assume you work for VZ.

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By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:51:00 +0000

Gotta emphasize on the word BETTER to get your point out. Its really more about the context that makes it better and not the size of the letter. Same thing goes for ads, you gotta attack others to make it look like you are better. Just because the so called “network” seem to be better by popularity, doesnt neccesarily mean they’re good and definitely not great OR the truth.

By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:44:35 +0000

Wow, well if thats the case, I suppose u have both carriers to know the difference… Both smartphones, same usage… So when did the storm ever navigate with the VZ nav and get the calls? Never had that happen to me… My, iphone works and does it, same with my old curve.. Oh and why is it that big red doesnt put that out as one of their capabilities as well? Wouldn’t that just boulster their “enormous reliable network” even more? So, please spare me the norm “please know what youre talking about” if u havent actually tested it yourself.

By: kev

kev — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:59:35 +0000

let the truth ring out!

http://www.theonion.com/content/amvo/at_t_claims_verizon_lied_about

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By: Orangefan

Orangefan — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:33:07 +0000

Depends on what you mean by better. AT&T has good 3g coverage in the Portland area (York, Cumberland and Sagadahoc counties), but limited coverage north of Portland, depending on roaming for most areas. USCC is third in coverage to AT&T and VZ in Portland. North of Portland, USCC has the best network in the state, including widely available 3g. AT&T has better phones, USCC cheaper post paid plans.

By: jonnie

jonnie — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:51:09 +0000

I have verizon and live in GA. The ad shows all of Ga with verizon is 3g this is very miss leading because I do not have 3g with verizon where I live or anywhere near where i live and i am 30 miles outside of atlanta and the only 3g I get is in atl but the map shows all of GA is 3G. Although ATT service may not work everywhere it does work alot more places than this ad claims by Verizon. This is definitely a damaging ad to ATT and obviously extremely unrealistic by verizon not showing AT&T edge network but shows that they have full 3g coverage almost every where

By: JW

JW — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:25:22 +0000

That map is just confusing I love how AT&T also colored in where they have NO service too confuse everyone. these other people here arguing with you probably have at&t and have NO CLUE as to how terrible their provider is.

By: JR

JR — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:46:57 +0000

No. VZW and AT&T would have their own networks and their phones would be set to receive their signal only. Roaming agreements between carriers are always possible (it is today as well) but if you activate on AT&T LTE, you would be on their network only, just like today.

Here is some good news for us consumers and the freedom of choice. I have heard that the FCC has written it in that when LTE comes and becomes the standard, all LTE phones must be able to be activated on any carriers network. Don’t know how true that is, but if it is that is awesome. If this happens, we choice the phone and the the network we would want.

By: Dave

Dave — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:39:52 +0000

LTE phones can ride the CDMA network as well as a UMTS so why would VZW all of a sudden turn it off?

With a new LTE phone you’d be able to join an initially small LTE 4G network and still be able to depend on VZW massive CDMA network.

What will be really interesting is since both VZW and AT&T are going LTE that would mean that a LTE phone on either network (if you include roaming) would essentially have the same network.

By: JR

JR — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:32:42 +0000

Nice points. Also, VZW has already successfully handed off a call from LTE to CDMA, this was done earlier this summer. And to the person that was hoping AT&T would launch LTE in 2010, sorry ain’t gonna happen. AT&T is planning on beginning testing in 2010. Their first priority in 2010 is to expand and improve their existing 3G network to a hybrid 3.5G.

The last article I read about VZW has them expecting to launch about 25-30 markets in 2010 with full launch by 2013. Expect their first devices on LTE to be aircards and the like, then my guess would be an LTE/CDMA phone….maybe even an LTE iPhone???

By: JR

JR — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:27:26 +0000

LOL…BLAH, how many times did you have to read this to catch that? You’re funny

One can make the same argument about you kissing AT&T’s ass…at least when I go to make a call I know that my call will be completed and stay connected until I end the call. Facts are facts Blah…and fact is AT&T has arguably one of the WORSE networks in the US. That has been proven by third party consumer reviews channels. Nothing you can say can change that sorry. Tell you what, why don’t you go visit Hulu and search Jimmy Fallon. They did a nice spot on the Droid…notice the first 30-45 seconds are them talking about AT&T.

The iPhone is an AWESOME device, no question. The network it’s on just flat sucks. Tell you what, why don’t you post some facts about how AT&T has a better network than VZW, Sprint or T-Mobile….I will take a review showing they out performed any of them. Good luck searching

By: blah

blah — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:35:51 +0000

@JR, the term is “moot point”, not “mute point”, if it were mute we wouldn’t have to hear your lame Verizon ass-kissing.

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By: JW

JW — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:35:29 +0000

that is not the only reason yes being on the same network is one reason but it mainly has to do with BETTER customer service,BETTER network, and BETTER phones that’s why kids do not like it when they cant text or go on the internet because of no service. AT&T can not deliver they have very little 3G and their network is mainly still 2X (sprint has more 3G i think and that’s sad if they have more than AT&T) and AT&T claims to be the ‘fastest network’ lol someone should sue AT&T for their advertising. AT&T spues lies and gets mad when another network comes back at them with THE TRUTH

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By: JW

JW — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:28:14 +0000

Whether you have an iphone or not doesn’t mean a thing VZW has numerous phones that are very data intensive they handle it fine. Hate to break it to you they have phones that use the data and voice at the same time ALL THE TIME. Verizon has a ton of kids who text and business man who use their network.

LIKE I SAID BEFORE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT BEFORE YOU POST! VERIZON ALREADY HAS THIS ON THEIR NETWORK AND IT HANDLES IT FINE.

By: JW

JW — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:22:03 +0000

One plain jane know what the hell you are talking about before you talk your unknown info.

The raised ETF on advanced phones was so it could prevent people from buying the phone paying the 175 (say spending around 300 all together) and then turn around and sell it on ebay for 600 dollars MOST people will not cancel their contracts so raising it isnt a big deal.

AT&T has ALWAYS lacked as far as their network compared to verizon the verizon ad ISNT misleading AT&T is just filing a frivolous law suit and attracting more attention to how their network sucks.

Verizon CAN handle all of the data and voice they have phones that have apps to download and internet and everything the iphone has the iphone now is three years old it is not any more superior now the ONLY reason it sells is because of apples following because of its computer sales and ipods (when I WOULDN’T pay 3,000 for a computer worth 1500 dollars)

I also saw in an earlier post you said t-mobile should step up unfortunately consumer reports rated t-mobile as the WORST cell phone provider in the country.

By: Null0byte

Null0byte — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:20:03 +0000

You seem to be under the impression that come 2010 VZW will completely drop CDMA and switch over to LTE cold turkey.

Yes, LTE is a direct progression of UMTS.

No, VZW will not be dropping CDMA completely for a good while.

What will likely happen is that VZW will begin turning up LTE alongside CDMA. As the percentage of LTE-based customers grows over CDMA-based customers, they will gradually begin turning down the CDMA towers and upgrading those towers to LTE to improve that coverage. This is not instantaneous, so phones purchased today will CONTINUE working for a good while longer.

In addition to this, Ericcson and Nortel had announced a while back that they had figured out a way to have LTE perform a direct and on-the-fly handoff/fallback between LTE and EVDO/1X. So, likely the first few iterations of LTE-based handsets will have both sets of radios in the device to allow the device to work in areas not served by LTE, which would ensure that new phones have a good amount of coverage alongside CDMA-only phones.

From what I’ve read so far regarding the move to LTE, this would make the most logical and practical approach.

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By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:08:12 +0000

FYI, VZ and AT&T have the same exact plans.

By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:57:07 +0000

Nowhere on VZ coverage map on their website you can select to show 3g only. I looked and looked and if that the case, this lawsuit should be a piece of cake for AT&T. About those WIFi spots, I have yet to see a VZ Hotspot in Seattle. If AT&T were to put WIFI in all starbucks, they wont have the money to renew the contract with apple. All these network upgrades for nothing if they dont keep the iphone.

By: PlainJane

PlainJane — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:50:14 +0000

AT&T had smartphones before texting phones. They had blackberrys and windowsmobile phones before full querty text phones. VZ started with the texters then to the emailers. Let’s switch their shoes for a second and see if their network can handle all those kids’ parents (and some of those kids too), if they were to give them iphones and BB’s, download apps like crazy, send emails and talk, all at the same time? Only reason why VZ is the more popular carrier now is really because of those kids and they all need to be in the same network because it will use their parents’ minutes. Parents then switch thinking it’ll save them money when they dont even keep the minutes they paid for. I have no problem with any carriers, I just think its ridiculous how AT&T is getting the bad rep cause VZ map is misleading. T-mo needs to step up, Catherine Zeta Jones can not keep saving your asses.

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By: J

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:41:49 +0000

he brings up the wifi network because that’s the only way he can get a data connection for his iphone. He sure isn’t getting them off the at&t towers…maybe at&t should overlay the starbucks wifi network with their 3g map…lol