Re: AT&T flings network wide open- don't have to sign a contract

4phun wrote:
> AT&T flings cellphone network wide open
> Updated 3d 5h ago

Old news (in interent time). It was out last week

> NEW YORK -- Starting immediately, AT&T (T) customers can ditch their
> AT&T phones and use any wireless phone, device

Totally misleading as it gives clear impression that a Sprint or Verizon
CDMA phone can be used on a AT&T's GSM network.

> AT&T for years kept quiet the fact that wireless customers had the
> option of using devices and applications other than those offered

Its been no secrete that you could use your own technology compatible
(GSM and TDMA) phone on AT&T's network.

> But now salespeople in AT&T phone stores will make sure that
> consumers "know all their options" before making a final purchase.

And loose a commission on a sale? Riiiight....

> The rest is neat and compelling to finally switch to AT&T. I wonder
> how those who just signed a two year contract with SPRINT, VZN or T-MO
> must feel right now

Where is the need for a compelling switch? The love (and hate) for a
particular carrier is pretty much even across the board for all the
carriers.