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SnowParkFreak · 11-22-2008, 12:23 PM

I've heard that the samsung omnia is coming out for verizon from links like these:
Gallery: Upcoming Samsung phones for the US (Phone Arena)
around dec.15
from other sites i hear its coming out for at&t
which one is right?

SnowParkFreak · 11-25-2008, 5:18 PM

also does anyone know how much $ it will cost??

Mobile Mike · 11-25-2008, 6:42 PM

According to a report on Engadget Mobile the price will be $249.99.

SnowParkFreak · 11-26-2008, 8:07 AM

also is it required to get a data plan?

Mobile Mike · 11-26-2008, 1:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowParkFreak

also is it required to get a data plan?

Yes, as it is a new release and subject to Verizon's new "mandatory data plan for smartphones" rule.

SnowParkFreak · 11-26-2008, 8:46 PM

yea thats such a stupid rule
but i heard that if you dont use anything that they dont charge you
.. like if u dont use internet or email or anything ..
i really doubt this is true but just if it happens to be is it?

Mobile Mike · 11-26-2008, 9:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowParkFreak

yea thats such a stupid rule
but i heard that if you dont use anything that they dont charge you
.. like if u dont use internet or email or anything ..
i really doubt this is true but just if it happens to be is it?

Knowing the way Verizon is, I wouldn't put anything past them. Expect the data charge to be enforced and hope for the best that it won't (from a nice, willing to help rep...).

SnowParkFreak · 11-26-2008, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mobile Mike

Knowing the way Verizon is, I wouldn't put anything past them. Expect the data charge to be enforced and hope for the best that it won't (from a nice, willing to help rep...).

wait sorry if this is just me being stupid but what do you mean by from a nice, willing to help rep?

Mobile Mike · 11-26-2008, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowParkFreak

wait sorry if this is just me being stupid but what do you mean by from a nice, willing to help rep?

I meant you could get a rep who won't be a stickler for adhering to the data charge policy.

Now that I think of it though, it was said in posts about the data charges that new smartphones require a data plan to function properly. Whether this is an absolute is anyone's guess. You'll never know until it's time to call VZ customer service or visit a corporate store.

SnowParkFreak · 11-27-2008, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mobile Mike

I meant you could get a rep who won't be a stickler for adhering to the data charge policy.

Now that I think of it though, it was said in posts about the data charges that new smartphones require a data plan to function properly. Whether this is an absolute is anyone's guess. You'll never know until it's time to call VZ customer service or visit a corporate store.

yea i basically just really want the omnia, but i hate how verizon requires the plans

basically because you are the one buying/using/paying for the phone so the customer should be able to choose weather he/she really wants to pay/not pay for it

Quint101 · 11-27-2008, 1:10 AM

I agree. Verizon implemented these maddening changes within the last week (I think), and the purchase of any smartphone requires a minimum $30 data plan. If you have Pay Per Use, data block, or 10 MB for $25, it will remain on the account until you change data plans or devices.

The only upside is that the newer smartphones have WiFi. Before, when they had the other data options, only 1 or 2 smartphones had it... perhaps, these draconian policies popped up just so they can get the feature packed phones

SnowParkFreak · 11-27-2008, 9:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quint101

I agree. Verizon implemented these maddening changes within the last week (I think), and the purchase of any smartphone requires a minimum $30 data plan. If you have Pay Per Use, data block, or 10 MB for $25, it will remain on the account until you change data plans or devices.

The only upside is that the newer smartphones have WiFi. Before, when they had the other data options, only 1 or 2 smartphones had it... perhaps, these draconian policies popped up just so they can get the feature packed phones

Something about the WiFi feature really confuses me; is it free? like this is probably a really stupid question

and does anyone think verizon will release any new phones by christmas, or when will be a good time close to being after christmas to wait for one

Quint101 · 11-27-2008, 10:47 AM

There are free WiFi hotspots across the world... the wireless companies don't normally charge for it. It is up to the establishment; some charge and some don't. You can create your own if you desire as well.

Mobile Mike · 12-01-2008, 2:26 PM

Verizon's dropped the price of the Omnia to $199.99 (after the mail-in rebate, of course).

Here's the link to the info: Verizon drops Omnia to $199, hopes you'll pay attention now - Engadget Mobile

11-22-2008, 12:23 PM	#1
SnowParkFreak Fresh Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 14 Phone(s): LG Dare, LG Chocolate, LG VX5200, Motorolla C833 Provider(s): Verizon Wireless Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Samsung Omnia for verizon? I've heard that the samsung omnia is coming out for verizon from links like these: Gallery: Upcoming Samsung phones for the US (Phone Arena) around dec.15 from other sites i hear its coming out for at&t which one is right?

11-25-2008, 5:18 PM	Original Poster #2
SnowParkFreak Fresh Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 14 Phone(s): LG Dare, LG Chocolate, LG VX5200, Motorolla C833 Provider(s): Verizon Wireless Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? also does anyone know how much $ it will cost??

11-25-2008, 6:42 PM	#3
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11-26-2008, 8:07 AM	Original Poster #4
SnowParkFreak Fresh Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 14 Phone(s): LG Dare, LG Chocolate, LG VX5200, Motorolla C833 Provider(s): Verizon Wireless Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? also is it required to get a data plan?

11-26-2008, 8:46 PM	Original Poster #6
SnowParkFreak Fresh Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 14 Phone(s): LG Dare, LG Chocolate, LG VX5200, Motorolla C833 Provider(s): Verizon Wireless Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? yea thats such a stupid rule but i heard that if you dont use anything that they dont charge you .. like if u dont use internet or email or anything .. i really doubt this is true but just if it happens to be is it?

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11-27-2008, 1:10 AM	#11
Quint101 Bye bye BlackBerry!!!! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,874 Phone(s): Samsung Glyde, Nokia E63, Motorola Renew, LG AX4270 Provider(s): VZW, AT&T, T-Mobile, Alltel Devices: 8GB Zune Thanks: 32 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts Images: 40 My Auctions	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? I agree. Verizon implemented these maddening changes within the last week (I think), and the purchase of any smartphone requires a minimum $30 data plan. If you have Pay Per Use, data block, or 10 MB for $25, it will remain on the account until you change data plans or devices. The only upside is that the newer smartphones have WiFi. Before, when they had the other data options, only 1 or 2 smartphones had it... perhaps, these draconian policies popped up just so they can get the feature packed phones

11-27-2008, 10:47 AM	#13
Quint101 Bye bye BlackBerry!!!! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,874 Phone(s): Samsung Glyde, Nokia E63, Motorola Renew, LG AX4270 Provider(s): VZW, AT&T, T-Mobile, Alltel Devices: 8GB Zune Thanks: 32 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts Images: 40 My Auctions	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? There are free WiFi hotspots across the world... the wireless companies don't normally charge for it. It is up to the establishment; some charge and some don't. You can create your own if you desire as well.

12-01-2008, 2:26 PM	#14
Mobile Mike Mobile Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 5,908 Phone(s): LG Voyager, Nokia 6263 Provider(s): Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile. Formerly AT&T, Nextel Devices: 80gb iPod, Dell laptop Thanks: 86 Thanked 62 Times in 61 Posts	Re: Samsung Omnia for verizon? Verizon's dropped the price of the Omnia to $199.99 (after the mail-in rebate, of course). Here's the link to the info: Verizon drops Omnia to $199, hopes you'll pay attention now - Engadget Mobile __________________ Started with PacTel Cellular (1994) which became AIRTOUCH (1994-2000) which became verizonwireless (2000-present). Back with -T- Mobile (2004-2009, 2009-present)

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