Holy $*&#, AT&T buys T-Mobile USA

C6-01 and C7. C7 is expected to be carried by T-Mobile starting next month.

 

I have had the C7-0 now for over 3 months. It is a good handset but the S3 still has ways to go. It lags a bit and have had issues with runing right (actualy freezing) when in staling too many apps despite have a lot of storage available.

 

My biggest issue with S3 on my N8 is the lousy browser, which is literally years behind Android and iOS (and even BB OS6). All of those browsers are Webkit-based, with the S3 version using the code from Webkit circa 2007-2009. Of course I'm not nearly as heavy or advanced user as you are.

BTW, according to Nokia USA specs on the T-Mobile version of C7 they clipped the 3G 1900MHz band. This would be nothing new to the Nokia/T-Mobile alliance of course, having done similar things in the past (clipping out GSM 850MHz from dual- and tri-band phones). I wonder if it's just on the software side of things or on the hardware as well... I'm sure your C7 is fully functional, of course

 

It has to have it as all is functional on the one I have. 3 G working well and the speeds are very good for it. I am just not that crazy about the UI. By the way did u download the language packs for the N8!

 

Re: Sprint Opposes Proposed AT&T Acquisition of T-Mobile USA

I was first with Sprint but when they go publicly like this it just shows me and enforces my thoughts that they are being sore losers and are using tactics to scare the public. There are about 150 cellular companies in the US of which 2 are major and 2 are next tier and both Sorint and T mobile are it. If Sprint wants to really be a player they should admit their mistakes publicly anid that they messed up the integration of Nextel. It is that mess up that has put them in that position. In all honesty I am not looking at this as a consumer but I am looking at it from the business sense. Sprint wanted to take out it's major competitor and gain some market strength as of the combination and my bet is that Sprint would have immediately changed their pricing to match the top 2 as they no longer have T Mobile to worry about. They don't care about spectrum and all they care about is how to get out of the low pricing sceme and be able to get the higher returns which would be a must for them as they are already rated Junk and the costs would have been much higher for them which would force a rise in pricing to the consumers. I also don't trust them in properly integrating the T Mobile network as their history does not speak well of their ability. Lol, till now they have not finished the Nextel integration.

 

As far as I know there's no way to download/install additional language packs separately. I flashed mine with Russian firmware so I have both Russian and English languages. Were you able to get any new languages on yours?

 

Not on mine as they only had it for the n8. Go to the euro or mea sites and look there. If I find it again I will give you the link

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Interesting — the only language packs I've seen were for voice commands/guidance, that sort of thing. I'll see if I bump into anything, thanks.

 

If this merger does get approval, people are saying TONS of concessions must be given up? Do you think the DOJ...or the FCC...or somebody will say, "Ok at&t we are approving this merger, BUT you must allow ANYONE to roam onto your 4G 700 Mhz or 1700 Mhz frequencies."

What I am getting at is, Sprint, Cricket, Metro, etc etc would have phones with 700 and/or 1700 chips in it, and would use 4G on these frequencies. Of course, there would probably have to be a small price for sprint, etc to pay at&t as well.

Isn't everyone else screwed for 4G spectrum? Are there any frequencies left out there to buy?? Sprint, Metro, Cricket, US CELL, etc...aren't they all up a creek for 4G? I think VZ and at&t bought it all up?

 

Those companies opted not to bid high during the spectrum bid. The biggest was T Mobile followed by VZW and then AT&T. The Sprint / Ckear was the big thing but that partnership did nit work well and sprint did not want to invest much more in it despite owning over 50%. There was an article that I posted which actualy says that the Sprint spectrum is worth more than the company itself.

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March 29, 2011 11:12 AM PDT
N.Y. to scrutinize AT&T and T-Mobile merger
by Marguerite Reardon



New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman said today he will look closely at AT&T's proposed deal to purchase T-Mobile USA for $39 billion.

Schneiderman's office released a statement assuring that it "will undertake a thorough review of AT&T's acquisition of T-Mobile." He will analyze the merger for potential anticompetitive effects on consumers and businesses in the state, the statement read.

AT&T's proposed purchase of T-Mobile was announced a little more than a week ago and would combine the second-largest wireless operator with the fourth-largest operator. With T-Mobile's customer base, the new company would have more than 130 million subscribers, making it the largest wireless operator in the U.S.

Schneiderman's office believes that the merger could open the door to a "near duopoly shared by the merged firm and Verizon." The AG's office noted in its statement that if this merger is permitted, AT&T and Verizon would control nearly 80 percent of wireless subscribers in the U.S.
In particular, Schneiderman believes the deal could have negative effects in areas of New York such as, Rochester, Albany, Buffalo, and Syracuse, where there are limited choices for cell phone service.

"The last thing New Yorkers need during these difficult economic times is to see cell phone prices rise," Schneiderman said in the statement. "Affordable wireless service and technology, including smart phones and next-generation handheld devices, are the bridge to the digital broadband future. We want to ensure all New Yorkers benefit from these important innovations that improve lives."

The federal government will also be looking closely at this merger. Both the Federal Communications Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice must give their stamp of approval before the merger can be completed.

AT&T and Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile's parent company, said when they announced the merger that they expected the review process to take a year.
AT&T said in a statement that it looks "forward to sharing information with the AG's office." T-Mobile did not respond to a request for comment.

While the transaction must be approved by the FCC and the DOJ, state governments can also play an important role in a merger of this size, said Larry Downes, a consultant, author, and contributor to CNET.

"State government review of mergers is far from symbolic," he said in an e-mail. "Though companies don't generally require approval from state AGs the way they do (above a certain size) from the feds, states have the power to bring antitrust lawsuits."


Read more: N.Y. to scrutinize AT&T and T-Mobile merger | Signal Strength - CNET News

 

I wonder how long before TMO stops running the commercials bashing AT&T?

 

figures we finally have some good commercials and AT&T can't take it so they buy us. I wonder if they know Carly doesn't come with us?...lol

 

I hope they keep running them. Anything that can be done to put some bad mojo on this merger is fine with me.

AT&T doesn't own them yet (and hopefully never!).

 

Wow...why would they still run them? Maybe TMobile is thinking the merger won't go through and they are already counting their 3 Billion?? :browani:

 

Does Audi know something we and AT&T or Sprint don't know?!? :headscrat :dunno: :hmm:

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T-Mobile to Be Wireless Carrier for Audi Connect

Audi announced that T-Mobile USA, Inc. will serve as the U.S. wireless carrier for its Audi Connect systems in the company's newest Audi luxury vehicle lines. Available with the arrival of the 2012 Audi A7 in April, the Audi Connect services include voice-activated Google EarthTM, GoogleTM Local Search, and Sirius TrafficTM information combined with Google EarthTM imagery. In addition, Audi Connect allows users to obtain real-time news, weather, and fuel prices from other providers. Audi Connect is also able to turn the vehicle into a secure mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, allowing vehicle passengers to retrieve information on the Internet conveniently and securely.

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Audi Connect services are enabled with an enhanced, ruggedized T-Mobile® SIM card connected to T-Mobile's robust network inserted into the advanced Audi MMI® Navigation Plus system. To facilitate easy activation, T-Mobile SIM cards will be included with the vehicle, allowing customers to simply sign up for a service plan at the time of vehicle sale or at any time during or after the six-month complimentary trial period.

Audi turned to T-Mobile as the wireless provider because of its reliable, nationwide network, leadership in the automotive telematics space, and strong customer satisfaction record.

"The launch of Audi Connect is part of a foundational strategy to help Audi lead with first-to-market, cutting-edge connected services," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "We're looking forward to a productive relationship with T-Mobile USA as we give motorists and passengers the ability to access the most current information and enhance their enjoyment of their Audi vehicle."

"From our robust, nationwide network to our cutting-edge SIM technology, T-Mobile innovates so that customers can connect and access information from nearly anywhere," said John Horn, National Director of M2M at T-Mobile USA. "The Audi Connect service is a great example of how the vehicle ownership experience can be enhanced with wireless connectivity and we're thrilled to be a part of it."

Availability

In addition to the 2012 Audi A7, Audi Connect will appear this summer in the 2012 Audi A8 line, the 2012 Audi A6 and the 2012 Audi Q7. Future Audi models, such as the Audi Q5 Hybrid, will also feature Audi Connect.

 

Well that was actualy announced just about the time the purchase announcement . With Audi, T Mobile serves the majority of the markets it sells its cars in which is OKnfor them to venture with T Mobile. That deal was inn the works way before the AT&T announcement.

 

April 1, 2011 3:09 PM PDT
FCC official says AT&T-T-Mobile deal faces steep climb
by Kent German



From the moment AT&T announced a $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile almost two weeks ago, many industry watchers agreed that the deal would face close scrutiny from federal regulators. The deal would, after all, lump an estimated 130 million subscribers under one carrier and make AT&T the only major GSM provider in the country.

AT&T has yet to file the official merger documents with the Federal Communications Commission, but one agency official already has said the deal may face a "very steep climb." In an interview with C-Span that will air today, Commissioner Michael Copps, the senior Democrat at the FCC, called the transaction "huge" and "paradigm-altering." He also said it concerns him more than January's Comcast-NBC Universal merger, a marriage that Copps voted against.
"You will remember in the Comcast merger, I said at the outset it would have been a very steep climb for me," Copps said according to an interview transcript published by Politico. "This is maybe an even steeper climb from the standpoint of a lot of power and a lot of influence given to one company in a world where two companies are going to control, like, 80 percent of the spectrum."

Copps predicted that having one fewer carrier in the market could slow down future incentives auctions for the available wireless spectrum. Though he wouldn't mention specific conditions for approval, Copps said the FCC will seriously consider whether it would call for divestitures in certain markets. "It comes down to all the considerations of whether this serves the public interest, convenience, and necessity," he said. "That's our charge. I hope that we will fulfill it."


Read more: FCC official says AT&T-T-Mobile deal faces steep climb | Dialed In - CNET Blogs

 

The way I see it going from what is behind his words is that it will happen but with conditions which AT&T has already said that they expect. But what surprises me is what he said that AT&T has not submitted it to the FCC yet. I wonder what AT&T is doing before filing it. Most likely waiting for the against to speak out, build their defense and then submit it with studies to support the AT&T position based on the nay votes. I see a time play here by AT&T for it's advantage.

 

I was just wondering why at&t has not submitted yet either. Your thoughts on it make sense and I agree with you.

 

Good analysis!

 

I'd been wondering why with all the initial hullaballoo the topic of the at&t/T-Mo merger had seemed to be virtually devoid of discussion this last week. (lol. I think the "Verizon announces iPhone" generated a longer lasting initial frenzy.) I guess the lack of at&t's having filed documents with the FCC may help explain that.

 

My guess is not just that but also the lack of any additional information that could fuel the discussions. Not much to do other than to wait and see how this is going to unfold -- and once it starts unfolding, then pounce and discuss

 

Wait we know the boards approved. Don't they need shareholders approval too before they can file! I can't remember if this is a must prior to FCC filing.

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True. But I've just been surprised at how quickly all discussion of it died out. This is BIG!!! Far bigger than Verizon releasing an iPhone that had been rumored for years - they didn't release any further details either, yet the discussion of it went on....and on.....and on. lol.

 

Well, if the the shareholders must be heard from:

"AT&T to Hold 2011 Annual Meeting of Stockholders in Little Rock

Dallas, Texas, March 10, 2011

AT&T Inc. announced today that the company will hold its 2011 annual meeting of stockholders in Little Rock. The meeting will be held at the Statehouse Convention Center at 9 a.m. Central time on Friday, April 29, 2011."

I could attend (I hold shares). They'd be done by noon, and I'd be back in Memphis for the evening shift at 1600.

COtech

 

Speaking of all this, I'm tempted to put my SIM card in my old hacked V551 and see if the network will let me roam on T-Mobile.

 

WA would then have their own personal reporter, that would be great.

Hope you attend the meeting.

 

I don't have to move my SIM anywhere to try that, and so far the network will not let me roam on T-Mobile. I'm really not expecting to see that for a few months at the very least (AT&T Wireless and Cingular took a minimum of 2-3 months to allow the roaming after the acquisition was announced).