June 2007 - the sensless frequency fiasco and me

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loversfool_69

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So, let me start by saying that I am/was hoping to stick with T-Mobile, since reception in my neighborhood is best with them. I am not totaly opposed to switching to AT&T, but I've been with T-Mobile for 4 years and enjoy the service.

So, I am in the market for a new phone, and I am about at wits end

I have been researching phones and service and this is what I've concluded. Please correct me where I am wrong.

T-Mobile will now be using 1700/2100 for the 3G network, when it's rolled out. This means, right now, now matter what phone I buy (was looking at unlocked GSM's) I am boned come 3G rollout time. NOTHING that I've seen will work. Maybe I settle for a cheap phone and see what happens, but there are some very tempting phones ($300 + ?!?!?) that will work with their existing network.

Then we have AT&T. If I spot a 3G phone that operates on the 850/1900 frequency...and I am guessing here... I MAY be safe using it with their 3G network? If that answer is yes, then I may just switch to AT&T (whos 3G supposed to be in Denver soon) because I won't blow money on a phone that's destined for the dustbin.

If that answer is no, then I what's the point in switching.

Am I the only one in this dilemma, or am I just waaayyy overthinking things?

Thanks in advance

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If you switch to ATT, you'll have to get a 3g phone from them

If you stay with Tmobile, you'll have to get a 3g phone from them

Yea, it sucks but until they start making phones that support all 3g frequencies, north americans are stuck with what their provider offers
 
Thanks, I just saw your post in another thread to that same effect.

I am thinking that even though 3G is on its way, EDGE would still hang around a while (yea, it ain't as good). I am most concerned about recieving emails and maybe browsing a site or two...
 
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