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This "inappropriate use" thing seems to read a little sketchy. Especially because further down in the TOS in 18(b)(iv) they state it's a violation to "modify a
by ben1040 15y ago
This "inappropriate use" thing seems to read a little sketchy. Especially because further down in the TOS in 18(b)(iv) they state it's a violation to "modify any software included in any Mobile Device(s)."
I know they probably won't fine you $500 or charge you exorbitantly if you root your phone. But under the terms here aren't you're basically agreeing that they can if they want?
- chris11 15y agoThe only way they can afford to offer this is because they are forcing people to use wifi when available. So I could see them cutting off service to people who root their phones. As to inappropriate use, they have articulated clear standards for fair use here: http://www.republicwireless.com/home/pdfs/FairUsePolicyNovember7-2011-FINAL.pdf http://www.republicwireless.com/home/pdfs/FairUsePolicyNovem... but the standards are based on proprietary info, so you won't be able to double check stats.
- sliverstorm 15y agoIn other words, they must reserve a very big hammer to protect themselves simply due to the type of business they are trying to start. Said hammer could be abused, but they cannot not have it.