Does the data downloaded for iads or google ads or any ad platform count against the monthly limit? I.e, are we paying for ad content?
Does the data downloaded for iads or google ads or any ad platform count against the monthly limit? I.e, are we paying for ad content?
Huh, interesting question. I would imagine you are certainly paying for google ads, but it would be nice to hear from Apple on the iAd point.
Of course any data transfer counts toward your limit if you aren't using an unlimited plan on 3G (or wifi for that matter).What's your point?
Some things don't count against your quota, like texts from AT&T, etc.
Some things don't count against your quota, like texts from AT&T, etc.
Okay?
The OP seemed to be implying that it was unreasonable for AT&T to charge for a data transfer between Apple (or whatever ad provider) and the consumer. I thought maybe I was inferring something that the OP did not intend, so I asked the OP to clarify.
Probably would be good if Apple worked out a way with the carriers to not charge the consumer for that (the advertiser, or Apple, could pay the carrier to cover the costs).
LOL, you think they don't know that??? AT&T is the happiest participant of the whole Ads on App era. Wouldn't wait standing up for a deal like that
After using an iAd supported game that has two iAd banners (slot machine game) on 3G for about 10 minutes, I had a very minute increase in data usage. It was the only app open, all others were <snip>
Of course any data transfer counts toward your limit if you aren't using an unlimited plan on 3G (or wifi for that matter).What's your point?
As discussed, I don't think 'of course' should necessarily apply. The iAd platform has a framework for full iPad screen and interactive content. I personally don't think that I should be billed for un-requested data content. It's like someone sending you junk mail postage-due.
But then, I guess that's what TV is, no? It's worth discussing.
Well, the point is, if people catch on that their data rates are going up because of ads, they will stop buying ad-supported apps, and stop clicking on ads, Apple hears it from consumers and developers, which eventually comes back to hurt AT&T anyway (they won't get the "secret" revenue anymore and ultimately Apple would put pressure on them to work out a deal). Meaning, it sours the whole operation and no one wins in the end.