[LUconn]

They're done messing around.

LTE to be launched November 15th (approximately)
http://gigaom.com/2010/06/30/verizon-to ... te-nov-15/

Verizon Wireless will launch its next-generation LTE data network on Nov. 15, the Boy Genius Report is reporting, citing an unnamed “tipster.” Compatible data devices (data plans will be tiered) would be the first offerings for use on Verizon’s LTE network, BGR notes, which is expected to offer speeds between 5-12 Mbps, trumping Sprint’s current 4G implementation.

and iPhone in January
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/products/2 ... 0_ST_N.htm

Verizon Wireless will start selling Apple's iPhone next year, ending AT&T's U.S. exclusive on the phone, say two people familiar with the plans.

The device will be available to customers in January, according to the people, who declined to be named because the information isn't public. Natalie Kerris, an Apple spokeswoman, and Jeffrey Nelson, a Verizon Wireless spokesman, declined to comment. AT&T also declined to comment. USA TODAY was unable to independently verify the reports.

of course the whole iphone thing has been said over and over so who knows if that one's legit.

[flamesbball84]

i read last year verizon was supposed to get the iPhone this year, so I'll believe it when I see it. That will be an improvement over AT&T, but it won't fix the whole being reamed for service thing though.

[Th3rd]

iPhone is legit... Steve Jobs has said via Twitter that Verizon will get it in 2011

[flamesbball84]

iPhone is legit... Steve Jobs has said via Twitter that Verizon will get it in 2011

Just don't hold it the wrong way or drop it, reception will be crappy or it will shatter.

[Th3rd]

iPhone is legit... Steve Jobs has said via Twitter that Verizon will get it in 2011

Just don't hold it the wrong way or drop it, reception will be crappy or it will shatter.

That was actually the exact quote haha

[El Scorcho]

Steve Jobs has said via Twitter that Verizon will get it in 2011

You're funny.

[Th3rd]

Steve Jobs has said via Twitter that Verizon will get it in 2011

You're funny.

what? just because it was a parody account and not the real Steve Jobs that still makes it a legit source

[jcmanson]

Iphone to Verizon is official

[HenryGale]

I have no desire to switch from my Droid Pro...really need the physical keyboard...and does not matter...really love the Droid!

[prototype]

Already purchased some stock:) iPhone on their Network will put AT&T out of business!!!

[Sly Fox]

I feel bad for folks who bought extended plans from AT&T when the iPhone 4 came out.

I am actually most excited about the Android LTE models coming out this spring from Verizon.

[prototype]

Sounds like AT&T made a strong push to get people under extended contracts knowing this day was coming...

[SuperJon]

I'm too lazy to look everything up.

I'm eligible for an upgrade in April. Will the iPhone be out by then? Is the iPhone 5 coming out this summer? Someone with more knowledge help me out.

[From the class of 09]

I'm too lazy to look everything up.

I'm eligible for an upgrade in April. Will the iPhone be out by then? Is the iPhone 5 coming out this summer? Someone with more knowledge help me out.

Yes and maybe (probably yes) is what they are saying...

[SuperJon]

Thank you sir.

Next question: Is Verizon going to charge for a special iPhone plan or will the normal unlimited data that you get for BB or Droids ($30/mo) be the same?

[TDDance234]

Thank you sir.

Next question: Is Verizon going to charge for a special iPhone plan or will the normal unlimited data that you get for BB or Droids ($30/mo) be the same?

Should be same unlimited plan.

The biggest loser in all of this is Google. Verizon doesn't have the motivation to push the Droid as much. I'll be switching to the iPhone, just because it's easier to sync w/ my Mac, where do I 95% of my work.

[From the class of 09]

Thank you sir.

Next question: Is Verizon going to charge for a special iPhone plan or will the normal unlimited data that you get for BB or Droids ($30/mo) be the same?

They didn't release that key piece of info yet... I would think that it would be more as AT&T does 2GB w/ tethering at $45 ( 2GB at $25). If VZ gave you $45 unlimited data with tethering that would be a good deal IMO.

[Kolzilla41]

All I have to say is HTC EVO > Iphone

[prototype]

All I have to say is HTC EVO > Iphone

Samsung EPIC

[TDDance234]

Thank you sir.

Next question: Is Verizon going to charge for a special iPhone plan or will the normal unlimited data that you get for BB or Droids ($30/mo) be the same?

They didn't release that key piece of info yet... I would think that it would be more as AT&T does 2GB w/ tethering at $45 ( 2GB at $25). If VZ gave you $45 unlimited data with tethering that would be a good deal IMO.

To add the tethering option, it's $30/per month w/ Verizon. I doubt they change their pricing just for the iPhone.

[From the class of 09]

To add the tethering option, it's $30/per month w/ Verizon. I doubt they change their pricing just for the iPhone.

Are there minimum service and data pricing requirements?

Yes, iPhone customers will need to choose from any of the current Nationwide plans. Customers will also be required to activate a data package, pricing will be announced at a later date.

http://support.vzw.com/faqs/iphone/iphone_faq.html

[TDDance234]

To add the tethering option, it's $30/per month w/ Verizon. I doubt they change their pricing just for the iPhone.

Are there minimum service and data pricing requirements?

Yes, iPhone customers will need to choose from any of the current Nationwide plans. Customers will also be required to activate a data package, pricing will be announced at a later date.

http://support.vzw.com/faqs/iphone/iphone_faq.html

What sense would it make for them to change their pricing now? You either activate the tethering option or you don't.

[From the class of 09]

To add the tethering option, it's $30/per month w/ Verizon. I doubt they change their pricing just for the iPhone.

Are there minimum service and data pricing requirements?

Yes, iPhone customers will need to choose from any of the current Nationwide plans. Customers will also be required to activate a data package, pricing will be announced at a later date.

http://support.vzw.com/faqs/iphone/iphone_faq.html

What sense would it make for them to change their pricing now? You either activate the tethering option or you don't.

Yeah idk why they would want to change it but the fact that they didn't release it makes me think they are raising the price... and I'll probably pay whatever ridiculous amount they want

[Sly Fox]

We dropped Verizon tethering and switched to using a Fivespot. It is more cost effective and allows the kids to connect to WiFi while we're travelling.

[El Scorcho]

I feel bad for folks who bought extended plans from AT&T when the iPhone 4 came out.

Now that I live in an area with good AT&T coverage I have zero regrets. AT&T's 3G tech is superior to Verizon's. Verizon's coverage, however, is far superior to AT&T's. It's just about what you need.

I'll be excited for LTE on all carriers when it's rolled out. The GSM-based standard will be beneficial for everyone. Goodbye, CDMA. "Nationwide coverage by 2013" is what Verizon is pitching right now though. That's a long time between now and ubiquitous LTE.

If I were still in Lynchburg I'd be excited about the Verizon iPhone. You Android kiddos have fun, but I like iOS, I like Apple's hardware and I'm invested in it. No switching for me.