What is ev-do?

It is the technology that allows for high-speed data (music,videos,etc.) on phones. It stands for Evolution-Data only.

correction.. it should read...


It is the technology that allows for high-speed data TRANSFER (music,videos,etc.) on phones. It stands for Evolution-Data only.

See I don't think that is a good reason to switch. We sell phones with mp3 players and I'd much rather just transfer mp3s from my computer to my phone. Screw purchasing them and downloading them to my phone. It's just a way for you to spend more money.
And as for videos and clips of tv shows...eh...I have DVR.
But that's just me. I'd rather pay less money than have a bunch of crap features I won't use.

I get your point. Another reason I am not sure if I want to switch is because of the great plan I have with T-Mobile. The thing is I've been seeing a lot of really nice phones that are planned for Verizon and being the phone junkie that I am it makes it a hard choice for me.....

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if you're looking for really nice phones check out the Nokia 8801 that is coming out with us. The Nokia rep showed it to me and it is hot!

The other price problem with Verizon is that in additional to your more expensive/less minute rate plan, Vcast features are an additional cost. Verizon is only really cost effective if everyone you know is with them as well.

I see. Ive seen that Nokia and the features dont impress me one bit. Dont even think its a megapixel camera. But, thanks for your input.

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Ok bro. Let me give you some advise since you gave me some input in my questions on other things. I currently have Verizon and I am switching to T-Mobile in June when my contract ends because it's too expensive. You pay $59.99 plus tax and if you want that EV-DO download thing it's an extra $15 bucks a month and the taxes are a b**ch. I'm going for the most bang for my buck that's why I'm going to T-Mobile. I have a friend who pays for all those services and never uses tham anyway. It's money wasted. Just my 2 cents for you buddy.

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Ok bro. Let me give you some advise since you gave me some input in my questions on other things. I currently have Verizon and I am switching to T-Mobile in June when my contract ends because it's too expensive. You pay $59.99 plus tax and if you want that EV-DO download thing it's an extra $15 bucks a month and the taxes are a b**ch. I'm going for the most bang for my buck that's why I'm going to T-Mobile. I have a friend who pays for all those services and never uses tham anyway. It's money wasted. Just my 2 cents for you buddy.

taxes are based on area and is set by the government. surcharges for vzw are some of the lowest in the industry so im not sure why you would be complaining.

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I'm definitely Thinking of Switching. Even though I like Tmobile and their great customer service, I am not getting good signal anymore. I have called Tmobile several times about this issue and they keep saying we are upgrading all the time,but I am just not seeing it, or hearing it for that matter. I probably get disconnected because of loss of signal on 50% of the calls I make and receive at my home. That is just not acceptable for me.

I don't really have a problem with dropped calls. T-Mobile added over 75 cell sites in 2005 in my area. The main reason I'm thinking of switching is because I feel CDMA is the better technology at this point.

The advantage of CDMA is a lower upgrade curve for 3g meaning cdma companies can implement data throughput upgrades more quickly. However the voice quality of GSM is far superior to CDMA which is why it is the world standard. In addition Verizon has flat lined on there ability to improve the network which is why year over year T-Mobile continues to make larger percentage gains in coverage and call quality achieving the over all call quality award from JD Power in 2006 which Verizon had previously held every year since the award was created.

Verizon spent more money on advertising dollars then any other company in the United States not just among wireless carriers. Cingular was number 2 and sprint number 6. T-Mobile was 26th on the list. ...
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Actually, Verizon music phones have memory slots for the most part and this does allow you to transfer music to the memory card and play it in your phone. From what I understand, GSM should sound better in theory, but in the Seattle area, Sprint and Verizon sound good, TMO mediocre and Cingular aweful. By the way do you have a link to the advertising stuff? I've heard the numbers but I wanted something I could show my customers.

To the OP, I dislike Verizon. I think their CS has gone downhill in the last two years, TMOs has stayed strong. I think they also have the most brainwashed customers and that in a lot of areas their network is lagging behind what people perceive it to be and where the competition is at. I can't tell you ho...
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Sounds like a good idea. I just wish I didnt have so much time left on my contract. ☹️

Thanks 🙂

Protege said:
The thing is I've been seeing a lot of really nice phones that are planned for Verizon and being the phone junkie that I am it makes it a hard choice for me.....

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Well, let me say this about that. I have Verizon (Razr) and and tMobile (Blackberry 7105t) and yes, Verizon does have better cell service, but, the battery life on my Verizon phone is awful compared to my tMobile.

As for EVDO, personally, I don't want it. I also don't want a camera, music or anything else other than bluetooth for my headset. Why? I believe that this all contributes to the diminished battery life on Verizon's phones.

Depending on where you live, work and mainly travel, Verizon is a GREAT choice in most,...
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Golly gee, did I miss something? 😲

I work for a very large organization and we have mutiple contracts: Nextel and Cingular give us 15% off, Verizon gives us 18% but when I called T-Mo and asked about it, the rep said the T-Mo employees themselves don't even get employee discounts and he didn't know of any such corporate offers- the discounts are built into the price plans.

If I heard wrong about the corporate discounts please let me know because my contract is up on the 27th and I still haven't made up my mind which way I'm going (I just LOVE the t-509...)!!

Rep didn't know what they are talking about. There are hundreds of companies t-mobile is partnered with that offer discounts. In addition employees of the Federal government also qualify for discounts.

Some call centers are third party and are not direct T-Mobile employess so they would have different criteria for a discount.

When you load the Cingualr homepage, there is a link right up front where you enter your email to see if you are eligible for a discount. Verizon has the same.

I didn't call the call center- I called a T-Mobile store. (I called two stores actually.) The first store said no discounts, no way. The second said they'd have to look into it and get back to me but never did.

Everyone I have talked to so far at T-Mo has been very friendly but has given me incomplete or conflicting information. (I'm not complaining here- Verizon gives you incomplete and conflicting infromation with much less friendly customer service....)

But I think if these plans and terms were simpler it would be easier for everyone to decide what is best for the...
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hmmm... if I follow your link: tmobile.com/corpdiscounts I get a 404 error. Also, if I type "corporate discounts" into the T-Mo website I get nothing.

I was also actually told by one of the reps that the $20/month internet add-on was still available (internet, not limited mobile web) and it even included 300 messages too, but just when I was about to switch, he realized they had just ended that promotion. So now it's $30 for the internet and an extra $5 for the messaging.

If the "s" was removed and discount was spelled correctly, then the website should work.
tmobile.com/corpdiscount 🙂

Yup- you're right- thanks.

Unfortunately, there is no way to log in, create an account or access this information unless you already have a T-Mobile phone number.

I'm still looking into it. Thanks for the replies!

What company do you work for?
I can look it up for you in our system and let you know what kind of discounts are available.

Thanks Manatee,

I work for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. We have contracts with Cingular, Verizon and Nextel to my knowledge.

I dont see you on my list ☹️

you could try contacting the business direct dept (who handles these requests) though...

Business Direct:
1-866-464-8662

Hours:
Mon - Fri - 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. PT
Sat - Sun - 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT

thats mobile to mobile to 30 million less people tho. and t-mobiles coverage area is not nearly as extensive.

plus thats 39.99 + 6.99 vs just 39.99

It only matters what a person is willing to pay. Yeah Verizon might have a better coverage and service but if you think that paying 39.99 for 450 vs 39.99 for 600 then it truly is more bang for your buck. The phone should not be something super expensive. Besides there are no free phones for Verizon but there are for TMobile. So like I said, it's only about what a person wants to pay but getting more for your dollar sounds better to me.

did you read my post phoneman or did you just very briefly skim it and decide to reply? Tmobile doesnt include Mobile to Mobile with that 600 minutes so no matter who you talk to its using your minutes.

I dont know about you but i Know alot of people who can find more then 150 minutes worth of talking to their friends in a month.

Just wanted to give my 2 cents. It's not that serious bro.

Ok first off, I'm a rep for T-Mobile so here's some info. T-Mobile doesn't have the best service, yet, but if you go on to t-mobile.com you can get a street level coverage check for the places you're going to use the phone the most. The darker the green the better.

If you go on to Verizon's site and look at their map they have almost all of the same problem areas that we have except they can ping other carriers towers that use the same system they do which is practically everybody else on the market. Since T-Mobile is GSM it's a tad bit harder to ping a tower from another carrier when no one else uses our system.

Although because we're GSM we have better international roaming capabilities then most companies. So you can get service i...
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Sorry my post is kind of bias cause I work for the company, but I do want you to have correct info and a bunch of it so you can make an informed decision. I'd rather have a customer know their stuff and come to me with what they want and ask questions to clarify things than be completely clueless.

Important notes about Verizons coverage:

The analog roaming areas of verizon will be shut down per Goverment order in 2007. Many phones on Verizon already are digital only so they already don't have access to Verizons full coverage.

T-Mobiles network footprint is 5% less in square miles than Verizons.

Fiscal year 2006 network expansion expenditures are budgetd for 2.2 Billion

Fiscal Year 2005 was 2.1 Billion.

The total amount of towers built in 05 was 3400, for 06 3700.

Specificaly Verizon's coverage is superior in almost exclusively rural markets. If you live in one of those markets than verizon would be a good choice.

Lastly Personal Coverage Check. You can examine any location in America to check coverage. Its not j...
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sounds like you have already made up your mind. good luck with your choice.

No I might still go with Verizon. I have never denied that TMO gives you more bang for your buck. It all comes down to technology and content for me though.

Thanks
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