I have had a reasonably happy relationship with my T-Mobile G2 (aka HTC Desire Z) these past two years, but my contract is up, and I have long coveted the iPhone, mostly based on its picture taking and video chatting capabilities. Should I just get one and take advantage of T-Mobile's new pricing? Or should I jump to a new carrier? An attempt to make this less open-ended is inside.
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posted by Xalf
on Apr 14, 2013 -
16 answers
We are switching from AT&T cell phone to service to Verizon, and I'd like to perform the switch smoothly while also using one of the new phones as a Christmas gift. Your advice on the proper procedure would be welcome.
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posted by Rock Steady
on Nov 20, 2012 -
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I can't stand my iPhone 4S any longer, but I've still got a year and a half to wait for the contract to end (AT&T). I'd love to switch to an Android, because I'm sick of having to use iTunes just to get a few songs on to the device. I'd like to get an HTC One X, but am open to suggestions. What are my options for replacing this piece of crap? Should I just try and unlock/sell my iPhone on craigslist?
posted by matkline
on Nov 12, 2012 -
22 answers
How strongly should I feel about hanging on to my grandfathered AT&T unlimited data plan?
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posted by escabeche
on Nov 4, 2012 -
17 answers
Recommendations for an inexpensive unlocked non-smart phone with good voice quality and reception?
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posted by cycleback
on Dec 3, 2011 -
2 answers
Does anyone know how to disable automatic software updating on the AT&T Pantech Pursuit II? I already disabled data services to save money, but as a result the updater can't connect to the internet. Every 4-8 hours it reminds me and it's really annoying.
posted by Aanidaani
on Nov 13, 2011 -
0 answers
I'm trying to find a simple cordless phone that will work with AT&T Uverse. I haven't had a land line, VOIP or cable in ages so I have no idea what I'm doing.
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posted by desjardins
on Nov 7, 2011 -
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as a san francisco bay area resident who is about to upgrade to the iphone 4s, should i stick with at&t (with grandfathered-in unlimited data package) or jump ship to verizon?
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posted by apostrophe
on Oct 11, 2011 -
15 answers
Walk me through this complicated transfer of two separate Verizon phone numbers onto an AT&T family plan.
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posted by billtron
on Sep 27, 2010 -
8 answers
What kind of phone should we get our son for his 17th birthday? We'd like to get him something reasonably cool, while keeping it reasonably cheap.
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posted by lukemeister
on Aug 23, 2010 -
21 answers
I have an iPhone on AT&T Wireless. I have moved to an area where AT&T does not provide native cellular and data service. I need your advice/ideas on how best to proceed to protect my cell phone number.
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posted by karizma
on Jun 7, 2010 -
9 answers
Recommendations for an AT&T cell phone like the LG Xenon only more reliable please.
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posted by ifjuly
on Jun 2, 2010 -
2 answers
I have an iPhone 3g. I jailbroke it pre-OS3 and had tons of dropped calls, so I un-jailbroke it.. I jailbroke it and once again at OS3.13, and after months of no dropped calls, no "no service" and no missed voicemails, suddently I'm getting all three once again right after jailbreaking with spirit. does jailbreak cause more dropped calls?
posted by lrodman
on May 17, 2010 -
7 answers
How should I combine my personal AT&T wireless account with someone who works for me (both with iPhones)?
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posted by entropic
on Sep 16, 2009 -
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I am trying to use AOL instant messenger's IM to Mobile service. My girlfriend has always sent text messages to my phone while on her aim using +1(insert my area code)(insert my phone number). It stopped working out of nowhere. It's only with her screen name. I've tried quite a few solutions. Help?
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posted by Defenestrator
on Aug 5, 2009 -
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Cellular reception is horrible in my area. I get at least 2 dropped calls during my commute to work, and every cellphone I've used is generally worthless indoors. What's the best way to pester my service provider into fixing this?
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posted by Zeker
on Jul 27, 2009 -
9 answers
So I dropped my iPhone and the screen shattered. Now what? What should I buy and how does it affect my ATT contract?
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posted by decrescendo
on Jul 2, 2009 -
16 answers
I upgraded my phone. It has WiFi. It also has AT&T's MEdia Net. I don't have a data plan. How can I make sure it's using WiFi?
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posted by caution live frogs
on May 7, 2009 -
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Help me find a cheap, reliable, standard phone for use on AT&T. I need to find something cheap so I can sell my iPhone.
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posted by decrescendo
on Jan 15, 2009 -
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I'm interested in buying an OLD iPhone and using it with AT&T's pay as you go service. If I choose the Pay as You Go Unlimited plan, which is 10 cents per minute + 1 dollar per day only on the days I use my phone, should I be able to 1) use a payg sim card with the iphone straight out of the box, and 2) add a text messaging bundle to this?
Also, is it possible to get a payg sim card without having to purchase a phone directly from at&t?
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posted by alitorbati
on Dec 23, 2008 -
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So I bought an iPhone for AT&T and it is aggravating. I need something else. What do you suggest?
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posted by decrescendo
on Dec 19, 2008 -
19 answers
Is it legal for AT&T to charge sales tax on the un-discounted price of a new phone (versus the actual purchase price)? Why?
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posted by FuzzyVerde
on Dec 5, 2008 -
18 answers
My international cell phone provider (Airtel in India) insists that I can get uncharged toll-free calls while roaming in the US and Canada. It sounds too good to be true. Can you shed some light on this for me?
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posted by smersh
on Nov 30, 2008 -
4 answers
Narrowed my phone choices down to: iPhone, Blackberry Bold, and Samsung Omnia. Which one should I get?
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posted by decrescendo
on Nov 29, 2008 -
38 answers
iPhone Filter: I've decided I want an iPhone. I've got a ton of questions, my google-fu is failing me, and I haven't recived much help when I call AT&T. Hopefully you can help me in regards to porting my # from Sprint Business to AT&T.
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posted by xotis
on Oct 2, 2008 -
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How simple is it for an at&t member switch to an iPhone if he's not the account holder?
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posted by fishmasta
on Jul 2, 2008 -
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It's come the time to buy a new cellphone. I have a RAZR V2 and it's falling apart. My Verizon contract is up in November. Should I re-up with Verizon and stay on my family plan or should I break off and/or go to another carrier? And what phone should I look into? All I know is that I do not want a huge fold out QWERTY keyboard like a 16-year-old girl with a Sidekick and probably do not want a Motorola.
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posted by decrescendo
on Jun 23, 2008 -
29 answers
What's a good way to get a good deal from AT&T retention folks if I'm off-contract but planning to get an iPhone?
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posted by gramcracker
on Apr 22, 2008 -
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What's the best wireless phone service for the NYC area?
I'm as fed up with Verizon as the next guy, but my limited experience with an iPhone in Manhattan left me with dropped/missed calls and very intermittent access to maps, etc. (unless already cached).
Putting aside fun features that
usually work, and imagining your life depended on receiving or making a phone call, which network would you choose?*
*Please speak from experience with a carrier and nevermind the silly games they play (e.g., crippling bluetooth, etc.); I simply need a service that doesn't miss or drop calls.
posted by whoiam
on Mar 3, 2008 -
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