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AT&T Commercial “Answers” The Biggest Problem With Verizon iPhone

Alex Heath ∙ Updated February 6, 2016

And you thought the Mac v.s. PC ads were heated. It looks like Verizon and AT&T are prepared to sling mud now that AT&T is not the only carrier claiming the iPhone as its flagship device.

The finger pointing started when AT&T sent out an email to its customers with the subject line, “Feel free to make a call while reading this email." This jab was aimed directly at Verizon, who's CDMA network does not currently allow voice and data at the same time.

Big Red then struck back at AT&T with a poignant and witty commercial featuring the Verizon "Can you hear me now?" guy. AT&T has now retaliated with its own Verizon-aimed commercial...

iOS 4.3 Coming Very Soon, In-App Subscriptions, Personal Hotspot, and the iPad 2

Alex Heath ∙ Updated October 16, 2017

All signs have been pointing to Apple releasing iOS 4.3 in the very near future, with speculation that Apple's 4.3 announcement could even come next week. Most speculation is centering on an Apple announcement taking place within the next 10 days.

Besides an iOS 4.3 announcement, Apple is rumored to be announcing the iPad 2, the Verizon iPhone's "Personal Hotspot" feature on AT&T, and an official release of in-app subscriptions.

Whether or not all of the speculation is accurate, it's evident that Apple will be holding an event in the near future...

Verizon Strikes Back at AT&T with New iPhone TV Ad

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated February 6, 2016

A few days ago we told you about how AT&T slapped Verizon in the face by ridiculing Big Red and the fact that the iPhone on Verizon can't make calls while surfing the web. At the time, I predicted this was just the beginning of hostilities between the two giant.

Yesterday Verizon stroke back by launching their very first commercial for the iPhone. Simple, short, and brilliant, this TV ad makes fun of AT&T in just 6 words: "yes, I can hear you now". Obviously this is a shot at AT&T's poor network...

AT&T to Offer an Extra 2GB Free to Tethering Customers

Sébastien Page ∙ February 2, 2011

If the fact that AT&T revamping its text messaging plans and that they recently slapped Verizon in the face isn't an indication that the war for the iPhone between USA's 2 biggest carriers is on, then maybe this piece of news will make you think otherwise.

In a not-so-surprising move, AT&T announced today via a press release that they will be offering 2GB of data transfer for free to any of their tethering customers. Up until now, the $20/month tethering plan from AT&T didn't include any additional data, meaning that you were basically tapping into your data plan allocation to cover your tethering needs...

In Your Face, Verizon! AT&T Emails Customers About How Awesome the iPhone is on Their Network

Sébastien Page ∙ February 1, 2011

Yeah, it's on. Let the cat fight begin! Now that Verizon is getting the iPhone, Apple is trying to downplay the differences between the 2 carriers with sweet commercials reminding us that the network doesn't matter. But because Apple is playing nice doesn't mean the 2 carriers have to play nice.

Today AT&T sent emails to some of their customers with the subject line "Feel free to make a call while reading this email". The email goes on saying that "only AT&T's network lets you talk and surf the web at the same time on your iPhone"...

AT&T Sued for Overcharging iPhone and iPad Owners

Sébastien Page ∙ February 1, 2011

A lawsuit was filed in California against AT&T on the grounds that the company overcharges its iPhone and iPad customers by inflating the amount of data used and by adding "phantom traffic".

The plaintiff's attorney hired a firm to track his data usage. Their findings were quite astounding. The research firm found out that AT&T overstated incoming data by 7 to 14% in what they called "a rigged gas pump that charges for a full gallon when it pumps only nine-tenths of a gallon into your car's tank"...

AT&T Makes Good on Rumored Texting Plan Changes

Jeff Benjamin ∙ February 1, 2011

A couple of weeks ago, we reported on some rumored changes that AT&T was planning for their texting plans.

It was said that the main reason for the change was to "simplify" their texting plans. Coincidentally, this change comes just prior to the iPhone's arrival on Verizon.

Simply put, AT&T is looking to capitalize on any and every advantage it possibly can as a way to help combat a potential mass exodus to Verizon.

If you were looking forward to the changes with the texting plan, we've got some good news; it looks like AT&T followed through with their plans...

AT&T Offering Customers Unlimited Data to Get Back at Verizon?

Jeff Benjamin ∙ January 26, 2011

Reports are surfacing that AT&T is quietly offering certain customers the opportunity to switch back to unlimited data. This comes right on the heels of the revelation that Verizon will be offering $30 unlimited data for a limited time to early iPhone 4 adopters.

If you can remember, it was back in June of 2010 when AT&T eliminated its unlimited data plans in favor of a tiered data package, and needless to say there was quite an outrage over the change.

Now that Verizon has come on the scene, AT&T is feeling the heat and pulling out the stops in order to retain disgruntled customers...

The Verizon iPhone 4’s Full Pricing Details Revealed

Jeff Benjamin ∙ January 26, 2011

It seems like every day tiny bits of information trickle out concerning the Verizon iPhone 4. Now it looks like we're finally getting somewhere, with full pricing information managing to leak out today.

Here is a full breakdown of the iPhone 4's pricing structure on the Verizon network. Unsurprisingly, it closely resembles the prices found on AT&T...

Verizon iPhone Will Have $30 Unlimited Data Plan for a “Limited Time”

Alex Heath ∙ January 25, 2011

It's official. The Verizon iPhone will be initially offered with a $30 unlimited data plan. Potential Verizon iPhone customers can celebrate that they will be getting the coveted unlimited data plan that AT&T stopped providing for the iPhone last June.

Verizon's COO, Lowell McAdam, has confirmed that there will indeed be a $30 unlimited data plan for Verizon iPhone customers when product sales start in February. This move is clearly Verizon's attempt at attracting disgruntled AT&T iPhone customers to the Verizon Wireless platform.

It looks like Verizon is pulling out the stops to attract as many AT&T customers as they can...

Need More Evidence That the White iPhone 4 is Right Around the Corner?

Jeff Benjamin ∙ January 24, 2011

We've heard numerous reports, claims, and rumors about the white iPhone 4's inevitable release, but nothing ever panned out. Recently, however, the tide seems to be turning and the rumors are looking a lot more credible.

You no doubt read our report on Best Buy's inventory system, which lists Apple's mythical product as being due in late February. Now another important Apple partner is giving the white iPhone rumors signs of life.

The latest partner to re-list the white iPhone 4 is none other than AT&T. If that doesn't lend credence to the rumor, then nothing will...

Want an Off-Contract Verizon iPhone? Prepare to Pay More Than You Would With AT&T

Jeff Benjamin ∙ January 23, 2011

At the end of the day, the Verizon iPhone 4 is just an iPhone 4. Sure, it of course contains a few changes; changes like a CDMA chip, and subtle adjustments to the antenna arrangement, but in essence, it's still just a normal iPhone 4.

In fact, the iPhone 4 is likely cheaper to manufacture for Apple, as all products generally fall in price as revisions are made, and cheaper parts become available. That's just the normal lifecycle of any mass produced electronics product. They don't get more expensive to make, they become cheaper.

So why is Verizon having users pony up an extra $50 dollars in order to purchase an off-contract and non-subsidized iPhone for use on their network?