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
The original promise of the data plans for an iPad was that they were not a long term contract, but rather something you could use for a month or two, disable / cancel for a few months and then activate again as you needed it. You also would not have overage charges as running into the limit would just disable your account until you upped the plan. Is that still the case?
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posted by ridogi
on Apr 4, 2013 -
12 answers
With AT&T landlines, is your directory listing (i.e. what's in the phone book) necessarily the same as what people see on caller ID?
posted by tomwheeler
on Jan 4, 2013 -
6 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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AT&T/iPhone: I bought an iPhone 4 on craigslist. I plan to cut down my 3G's sim into a micro-sim and put it in the 4. However, before I got started I factory reset the 4 and now it wants to go through an activation process. What does "activation" mean, in this context?
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posted by homodachi
on Sep 20, 2012 -
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I got an IPhone so that I can play games while at dialysis to pass the time with. I chose AT&T because GSM network friendly phone can be unlocked and used on ANY GSM network carriers. I got mine unlocked and currently using a Simple Mobile plan which gives unlimited voice/text/data for only $40. A Verizon unlocked Iphone can only be used with international GSM networks (see this link explaining that:
GSM Iphone vs CDMA. So that was the reasoning on choosing ATT.
My unexpected dilemma is GSM (ATT, TMobile, Simple) does not work at my dialysis center. And I get spotty signal at work depending what part of the building I am in. So I just don't get calls when at dialysis or work. I have to forward the calls to my work phone.
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posted by udon
on Sep 10, 2012 -
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I'm moving to a new apartment in Louisville, KY and I need to decide on some sort of internet package. AT&T is apparently what most people in the area choose, so I've been looking at their options. I think that I might want either their DSL XTREME or DSL XTREME 6.0 but I don't want to pay for more than I need. I need to be able to download and upload music and videos, and I stream a lot of television shows and movies through Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming sites. I also need to be able to use Skype. Which option would be the better one?
posted by acthelight
on Aug 9, 2012 -
8 answers
My new AT&T U-verse contract has a forced arbitration clause but no information about opting out. Does that mean that I can't?
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posted by ErWenn
on Jun 11, 2012 -
10 answers
Why might my Sprint cellphone usually be unable to receive calls from AT&T cellphones?
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posted by moift
on May 8, 2012 -
6 answers
Could I potentially ruin my Iphone (which I love) if I take it to some guy suggested by T-Mobile to get it unlocked because AT&T won't give me the unlock code.
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posted by victoriab
on Jan 27, 2012 -
17 answers
Can I use the same Macbook Pro (and iTunes account) to sync up both an AT&T iPhone AND a Verizon iPad?
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posted by Rewind
on Dec 27, 2011 -
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Major weird issues porting lines (iPhone to iPhone) from AT&T to Verizon. Please halp!
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posted by radioamy
on Dec 2, 2011 -
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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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I don't want any access to email when I am on vacation this year. However, I do need cellphone access. I am currently using an AT&T iPhone 4. Can use the iPhone 4 micro sim card (with an adapter) in a GoPhone? Barring that, what is the most featureless AT&T phone I can put my iPhone 4 sim in (including ones I can buy used). Thanks!
posted by 4ster
on Jun 5, 2011 -
11 answers
Any suggestions on what I can do if I have a complaint on an authorized agent of AT&T Wireless?
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posted by hazyspring
on Oct 31, 2010 -
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I hardly talk on the phone any more, when I do it's usually only a few minutes (last bill I used 60 of an available 500). So I could probably make do with a prepaid plan. However, I use data all the time; email, Google calendar, etc.
Now many people out there have put the iPad data plan to use in assorted Android phones, granted that was before the AT&T unlimited cutoff.
But has anyone done it after? Split voice and data to two devices? Is the slight hassle worth it?
I'd use google voice to direct calls and such, wifi at work, home, many places I frequent so I'm not to worried about going over the 2 GB limit.
Anyone out there with first hand experience?
posted by tropikal
on Oct 18, 2010 -
5 answers
I reallllly don't want to change my phone number, but it would be nice to be able to use my cell phone from home...
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posted by Tandem Affinity
on Sep 30, 2010 -
14 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
I'm planning on pre-ordering the new iphone tomorrow. I'm eligible for the AT&T upgrade plan. Is there a price difference between ordering it at an AT&T store versus an Apple store? I thought is was the same in terms of price, but a friend recently told me the discount was larger at the AT&T store. Thanks for the help!
posted by leecohen
on Jun 14, 2010 -
6 answers
TV + ISP filter: Which is the cheapest way to get
Comedy Central and a
reasonably fast internet connection in
Benicia, CA (Bay Area):
Comcast??? ATT U-Verse??? DishNetwork/DirectTV + DSL??? Something else???
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posted by unclezeb
on Mar 13, 2010 -
3 answers
What is the potential risk, and legality, of my idea for a prank: sending the entirety of Romeo and Juliet in text messages to a friend.
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posted by Askiba
on Nov 25, 2009 -
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I am in the hospital using the AT&T non-smartphone unlimited data plan like it is going out of style. My only link to the outside, and I have been transferring a lot of data... a LOT of data.
Sooooo.... at what point does Ma Bell flip out, and how does this manifest?
posted by juliewhite
on Aug 10, 2009 -
9 answers
Please hope me! The Tracfone I just bought to replace a broken AT&T phone will only allow emergency calls.
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posted by headnsouth
on Aug 8, 2009 -
13 answers
Two iPhones, a 2G and a 3G, on a family plan. Adding a third, a 3GS. Can I just swap the SIM cards to get the phone numbers onto the devices I want them on, or does AT&T need to get involved?
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posted by pzarquon
on Jun 11, 2009 -
13 answers
My cell phone has suddenly lost all reception despite being otherwise fully functional. Is there any way to restore it?
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posted by digitaldraco
on Apr 16, 2009 -
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Will AT&T let you add an iPhone to a FamilyTalk plan, where the main phone is not an iPhone?
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posted by Amby72
on Feb 24, 2009 -
6 answers
Okay -- does AT&T's DSL service even HAVE a tech support website where I can download drivers or research whether there are service outages or other service advisories in my area?
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posted by EmpressCallipygos
on Feb 3, 2009 -
9 answers
How can I get a good deal on a replacement for my wife's busted Pantech C3b AT&T cell phone?
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posted by braveterry
on Oct 21, 2008 -
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I'm considering upgrading my internet service. I currently have basic DSL from AT&T bundled with a landline. Today a couple of guys with "AT&T uverse solutions provider" ID's came to the door and want to sell me this Uverse service. I'm suspicious.
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posted by pjern
on Aug 20, 2008 -
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What cell phone should I buy? I have AT&T. I had a Blackberry Pearl, and it just broke. I have not been that happy with it, so am considering getting a new phone. Text messaging is the feature I use most, aside from the actual phone.
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posted by hazyspring
on Jan 21, 2008 -
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