Can I start service with an iPhone 2g with AT&T and go month to month?

[alm99]

Bought an iPhone 2g from a friend and currently have it on T-Mobile, the service is terrible with them. Is it possible to activate with AT&T an not be in a contract? I called them and the service rep wasn't sure. If I am bringing my own device I don't see why I would need to be in contract.

Thanks

 

[TsuaSai]

I am pretty sure if you are bring a iphone do there network is doesn't matter where got it you have to sign a two year agreement unless you jailbreak. I could be wrong I haven't looked into it to much but I think that is what I have seen floating around.

 

[ToroidalZeus]

Go to an AT&T corporate store if you can. If not go to an actual AT&T store, not a 3rd party authorized store.

They will TRY to make you sign in a 2yr contract. The service rep gets commission for everyone he signs into a contract. But if you ask for the manager, explain the situation then they WILL let you sign up without a contract.

But to be honest you are really better off just buying a brand new iPhone 3GS on contract if you are going to switch to AT&T.

 

[alm99]

But to be honest you are really better off just buying a brand new iPhone 3GS on contract if you are going to switch to AT&T.

I would, but I do not want to be in a contract.

 

[ToroidalZeus]

I would, but I do not want to be in a contract.

Unless you plan on going months without a cell phone what is the big deal about getting into a contract?

Besides the iPhone is the best cell phone and it will be on AT&T for a long time, even if other carriers get it, you may as well just join the party.

 

[FrankieTDouglas]

Considering that their contract factors in the subsidization of the phone, it would make sense that you could go without contract with your own phone. I know T-Mobile has a contract option, which costs more but includes a phone, or a monthly option that offers no phone discount.

 

[Applejuiced]

Go to an AT&T corporate store if you can. If not go to an actual AT&T store, not a 3rd party authorized store.

They will TRY to make you sign in a 2yr contract. The service rep gets commission for everyone he signs into a contract. But if you ask for the manager, explain the situation then they WILL let you sign up without a contract.

Yes, go talk to a manager and insist on what you want done.
Theres no reason to make you sign in a contract if you bring your own device.