If you do the math, unlocked phones turn out to be cheaper over 2 years.
http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/08/02/prepaid-phone-plans...
I hope people start avoiding the contracts because of this stupid law.
http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/08/02/prepaid-phone-plans...
I hope people start avoiding the contracts because of this stupid law.
Yes, T-Moblie or the service resellers (Virgin, Credo, SmartTalk, etc) may provide cheaper monthly service with your unsubsidized phone. However, I have found them to be inferior in their service (technical, coverage and/or administrative) compared to the big three
At least, that has been my direct experience and research. I am actually hopeful that this will change in the coming year. I would very much like to take this path with my next phone.
Unlocked phones are a big deal to people in Europe, people who travel internationally a lot and people who just want to have an unlocked phone.
That said, when my contract goes up, I will be getting AT&T to unlock my phone because it makes it easier to sell should I desire.