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BY ADAM FALK
ANCHOR LAUREN GORES
Sprint, the now network, is now one of three iPhone networks. But when placed against mobile juggernauts AT&T and Verizon, how will the number three try to top the charts?
Answer: offer an unlimited data plan because AT&T and Big Red don’t. PC Magazine breaks down the costs and says, not all data plans are created equal. (Apple)
“For $109.99 per month, you are getting unlimited data from Sprint. That means you can download music and watch streaming video to your heart’s content without worrying about facing an additional charge. Try doing that with your 2GB on AT&T or Verizon, however, and you’ll be looking at some hefty data overage fees.”
LAPTOP Magazine echos those thoughts adding...
“Bottom line: Getting the iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S on Sprint can save you serious cash, especially if you plan on using more than 2GB per month.”
A writer for GigaOm says, hold on, there’s a catch.
“[T]hanks to having less coverage in some areas it means that the iPhone experience on Sprint might be slightly worse than the iPhone experience on Verizon and actually a lot slower than the experience for folks using AT&T’s upgraded HSPA+ network.”
Many tech analysts say it boils down to: Verizon’s network quality vs. AT&T’s speed vs. Sprint’s unlimited plan. So, who wins? A wireless strategist tells Bloomberg users have the need for speed.
“The big winner on this phone is AT&T because the data speeds are now twice as fast. … This is a medium-sized win for Sprint.”
But a blogger for PhoneDog says, remember, both AT&T and Verizon had unlimited data plans when first released the iPhone to their customers, and Sprint will likely repeat history.
“My guess is that Sprint's endeavors to keep unlimited data alive are futile. As they grow in subscribers and data-mongers, their network will begin to take more of a beating. Just as a precautionary measure, if you're going to get a Sprint iPhone, snag one soon, before unlimited data disappears forever.”
Sprint, of course, has no reported plans on ditching the offer, but is betting a lot on the iGadget. Sprint’s CEO told the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday, the carrier agreed to purchase 30.5 million iPhones over the next four years - around a $20 billion value. For users, unlimited data plans start at $69.99.
Transcript by Newsy.
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