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My wife and I both have iPhones and have been with AT&T for the past 12 years. Our contracts are up and we plan to upgrade to the new iPhones next month. I've been thinking lately about changing to Verizon. It's not that I'm unhappy with AT&T. Really the only reason is because we have some close friends that live somewhat in the country and I get very little service (if any) when we're there (Verizon works great there). I was in radio shack yesterday and mentioned that to the salesman. And although they sell both services, he seemed to lean toward AT&T more for some reason. He mentioned that he thought AT&T had a little better technology and I never really understood what he meant. So I ask you guys. Other than reception issues, is there any differences in there services? As I said we plan on upgrading to the new iPhones and will be moving to the new family shared plans whether we stay or go. Because we don't currently have unlimited plans anyway. Thoughts?
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I too have an AT&T iphone and have been debating switching to Verizon a bit after the iphone 5 rollout. For me it is a little more financial decision too, as my contract isn't up until next April, but my upgrade date for AT&T is the start of November. So if I switch to Verizon I'd probably take a $250 range ETF between two phones.
I had a very nice opportunity yesterday to borrow a coworkers Verizon 4G LTE phone (an LG model). For me it was a chance to drive around to areas I spend any significant time, compare signal strength, and run a quick speedtest. I learned a lot, and at this point believe I will stay with AT&T due to their significantly better 3G/HSPA+ setup.
-4G LTE is VERY fast - downloads between 20-30 Mbps. Areas it covered on Verizon were pretty extensive, Lansing MI for example I drove about 30 miles around the city (literally a circle) and have solid 4G the whole time.
-Verizon 3G is VERY slow - between major cities or more rural areas like where I live their 3G was a solid signal - but very slow compared to AT&T. Generally I averaged around 0.5 Mbps.
-AT&T 3G with the HSPA+ (I think of it like 3.5G) - most of the towers have the improved backhaul and deliver solid speeds fast enough for video. Some areas would download 3-5 Mbps, but some were as good ad 12 Mbps. It's not 4G LTE, but it is more then enough for my needs.
-AT&T Edge - I did spend a little time in 2G areas on AT&T where Verizon had 3G, but they are not areas I would spend much time. If someone were to be in a 2G area, they may be better with Verizon even with the slower 3G speeds. AT&T Edge download was around 0.1 Mbps. A bit confusing is one area (St Johns MI) on AT&T's map showed 4G (HSPA+), but while traveling there all I ever got was a full signal, but Edge data.
So for my needs I think I'll be better with AT&T for my travels around central Michigan. There is some solid 4G LTE coverage from Verizon, but the areas where they aren't yet are really bad for data. AT&T and Verizon have pretty similar 3G coverages, but AT&T has much better 3G speeds.
Three more factors - I'll save the ETF, AT&T customer services seems more generous with discounts (I'm currently enjoying $40 off for 3 months after inquiring about my ETF and discussing Verizon with them). Lastly - I'm a bit afraid that having 20-30Mbps service will lead to a bit better quality video, while using a lot more bandwith on video. There is almost a small comfort knowing my bandwith is enough for video, but not too much
I had a very nice opportunity yesterday to borrow a coworkers Verizon 4G LTE phone (an LG model). For me it was a chance to drive around to areas I spend any significant time, compare signal strength, and run a quick speedtest. I learned a lot, and at this point believe I will stay with AT&T due to their significantly better 3G/HSPA+ setup.
-4G LTE is VERY fast - downloads between 20-30 Mbps. Areas it covered on Verizon were pretty extensive, Lansing MI for example I drove about 30 miles around the city (literally a circle) and have solid 4G the whole time.
-Verizon 3G is VERY slow - between major cities or more rural areas like where I live their 3G was a solid signal - but very slow compared to AT&T. Generally I averaged around 0.5 Mbps.
-AT&T 3G with the HSPA+ (I think of it like 3.5G) - most of the towers have the improved backhaul and deliver solid speeds fast enough for video. Some areas would download 3-5 Mbps, but some were as good ad 12 Mbps. It's not 4G LTE, but it is more then enough for my needs.
-AT&T Edge - I did spend a little time in 2G areas on AT&T where Verizon had 3G, but they are not areas I would spend much time. If someone were to be in a 2G area, they may be better with Verizon even with the slower 3G speeds. AT&T Edge download was around 0.1 Mbps. A bit confusing is one area (St Johns MI) on AT&T's map showed 4G (HSPA+), but while traveling there all I ever got was a full signal, but Edge data.
So for my needs I think I'll be better with AT&T for my travels around central Michigan. There is some solid 4G LTE coverage from Verizon, but the areas where they aren't yet are really bad for data. AT&T and Verizon have pretty similar 3G coverages, but AT&T has much better 3G speeds.
Three more factors - I'll save the ETF, AT&T customer services seems more generous with discounts (I'm currently enjoying $40 off for 3 months after inquiring about my ETF and discussing Verizon with them). Lastly - I'm a bit afraid that having 20-30Mbps service will lead to a bit better quality video, while using a lot more bandwith on video. There is almost a small comfort knowing my bandwith is enough for video, but not too much
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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Browns lead the AFC North 
I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
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Colts relieve general manager Chris Ballard of his duties
Colts Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon released a statement Monday announcing the news.
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Be nice to see a Cowboy headline like that.I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
Colts relieve general manager Chris Ballard of his duties
Colts Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon released a statement Monday announcing the news.
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Can we expect to see a new coach if we say "pretty please?"
I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
Colts relieve general manager Chris Ballard of his duties
Colts Owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon released a statement Monday announcing the news.
Can we expect to see a new coach if we say "pretty please?"
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Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed
Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
The future of Stargate is in question today, as SCI FI Channel has cancelled the long-running Stargate SG-1, Multichannel News reported today and a GateWorld source has confirmed. The news regrettably follows the airing of the show's milestone two-hundredth episode on Friday.
Stargate Atlantis, meanwhile, has been renewed for a fourth season, with the network hoping to see that the spin-off series can stand alone, according to a source.
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Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
The future of Stargate is in question today, as SCI FI Channel has cancelled the long-running Stargate SG-1, Multichannel News reported today and a GateWorld source has confirmed. The news regrettably follows the airing of the show's milestone two-hundredth episode on Friday.
Stargate Atlantis, meanwhile, has been renewed for a fourth season, with the network hoping to see that the spin-off series can stand alone, according to a source.
Source Gateworld
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Really excited for this season with Kentucky having a new coach and some really exciting recruits. Probably won't last long, but here's hoping this season is great.
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They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.
. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.
. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
Yup, I agree, I'd rather be 2 or 3 till the last few weeks.They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.
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