WSJ: Verizon to give iPhone users unlimited data

One of the biggest issues that some consumers have with the whole idea of an iPhone on Verizon is the high fees that Big Red is known for. Not that the cost of an AT&T iPhone could be considered cheap by any stretch of the imagination, but in general, price is a major consideration for smartphone users of all kinds. (In fact, it’s among the top reasons given by end users who choose T-mobile or Sprint. Of course, it’s not the only reason, but it does seem to weigh quite heavily for many customers.)

If price is major concern for you, then check out this Wall Street Journal report: It cites “a person familiar with the matter” who asserts that Verizon will be offering unlimited data to iPhone subscribers.

Wow. That approach is like going for AT&T’s jugular. When “Big Blue” announced its tiered data plans, with new iPhone subscribers being saddled with a choice of 200MB or 2GB capped plans, there was a pretty big backlash. Verizon stepping up to press that hot button would be quite an overture. Then again, the carrier has never been one to shrink from confrontation, particularly when it comes to AT&T.

But will this be one of the items Verizon addresses at its press event tomorrow? We sure hope so. It’s like being on pins and needles, waiting to see what will unfold mañana.

If Verizon unveils a CDMA iPhone tomorrow, and if it’s offered with unlimited data, would it be enough for you to overlook the fact that CDMA doesn’t allow for simultaneous voice and data? Weigh in.

Via: WSJ
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