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So, AT&T/Verizon sell subsidized locked phones and get their money back on the long run. If I wanted to, in the US, could I get a contract with a lower value b
by gabriel34 12y ago
So, AT&T/Verizon sell subsidized locked phones and get their money back on the long run.
If I wanted to, in the US, could I get a contract with a lower value because I'm not buying this subsidy? If so, wouldn't the right move would be to do so and buy an unlocked phone? I'm guessing AT&T/Verizon's interest is far larger than banks', leading to a better deal, even if you don't have the money right now.
On the other hand, locking my phone is the wrong way to enforce anything. It's my device to do what I want with.
- mattmaroon 12y agoOn many carriers (including Verizon, the best here) you pay the same plan fee, or very close to it, whether you bring your device or not.
- L_Rahman 12y agoT-Mobile goes down the route you are suggesting: Lower monthly charges if you BYOD with the option of going the traditional contract route. They even push this as a competitive advantage. ATT and Verizon to my knowledge do not offer equal quality service as their contract plans at lower prices for BYOD customers.
- btgeekboy 12y agoATT does. If you're using their Mobile Share / Next scheme, you get a discount on your plan if you're not on a contract. If you use Next, they're effectively financing your phone for 0% interest for 18 or 24 months. (My bill is $40 for 2GB, $40 for the phone, minus $15 for not being in a contract.)