Cheaper to cancel AT&T and move to Verizon ...

[Dwalls90]

Wait, what?

If you bought a 4S on AT&T at launch, it will now cost you $215 to cancel your contract. Then, it will cost you $200 to buy a 5 on Verizon. $415

Conversely, if you want to upgrade early on AT&T, it will cost you $250 + the $200 to buy a new iPhone. $450

Can someone please explain to me why (unless you LOVE AT&T, which you are entitled to your preference~) anyone would not change carriers? It's almost like AT&T is making it too easy to leave ...

 

[dave420]

Have you tried contacting AT&T about your concerns? I know at least one person complained and got a bill credit for the difference.

 

[apb89]

Don't switch from gsm to cdma. Ever.

 

[drkryn]

You'll be paying an activation fee for Verizon (unless you can get it waived) and also your first month's bill will be bigger because you get billed a month in advance.

So really, it's not cheaper.

 

[Dwalls90]

Don't switch from gsm to cdma. Ever.

Considering I reside in a city and only reside in cities for work, using CDMA really isn't a worry as I have LTE in all major cities I travel in.

I can understand if you live in the middle of no where, however.

Have you tried contacting AT&T about your concerns? I know at least one person complained and got a bill credit for the difference.

They more or less told my dad, piss off.