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jeliss · 08-07-2009, 11:37 PM

I hate T-Mobile sidekick's sucks!!!

jeliss · 08-07-2009, 11:46 PM

I will threw my t-Mobile sidekick into ocean.. I get new iPhone 3GS

***sablescort*** · 08-08-2009, 12:37 AM

<--Blackberry Storm addict with $50 data only plan but my 20% walfart employee discount cuts it down to $40 before insurance and taxes are added to the bill at Verizon.

Insurance came handy when I spilled a huge cup of tea on my 1st Storm while I was in my truck. Insurance replaced it with a brand new Storm the next day for only $50 deductible.

***Brian*** · 08-08-2009, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

(sigh) Another person for error about Verizon.

Here a link.

Text Only Messaging Plans from Verizon Wireless

Nationwide Messaging Plans

"These plans are perfect for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing or if voice minutes are not needed."

Verizon already have deaf and hard of hearing plan for 3 years.

Actually... Verizon does not have deaf/hard-of-hearing plan. Anyone, deaf or not can use the plan.

The Highlander · 08-08-2009, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian

Actually... Verizon does not have deaf/hard-of-hearing plan. Anyone, deaf or not can use the plan.

Read again.

Text Only Messaging Plans from Verizon Wireless

Quote:

These plans are perfect for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing or if voice minutes are not needed.

Also hearing people can use plan without voice like Sprint and T-mobile.

That's mean Sprint and T-mobile are not deaf and hard of hearing plan too?

coolguy1973fla · 08-08-2009, 01:55 AM

T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon has Text only plan is available without voice plan addition.

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

Read again.

Text Only Messaging Plans from Verizon Wireless

Also hearing people can use plan without voice like Sprint and T-mobile.

That's mean Sprint and T-mobile are not deaf and hard of hearing plan too?

The Highlander · 08-08-2009, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coolguy1973fla

T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon has Text only plan is available without voice plan addition.

okay?

***Brian*** · 08-08-2009, 02:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

Read again.

Text Only Messaging Plans from Verizon Wireless

Also hearing people can use plan without voice like Sprint and T-mobile.

That's mean Sprint and T-mobile are not deaf and hard of hearing plan too?

Yes I see that, but again, reread the last you posted in bold:

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

(sigh) Another person for error about Verizon.

Here a link.

Text Only Messaging Plans from Verizon Wireless

Nationwide Messaging Plans

"These plans are perfect for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing or if voice minutes are not needed."

Verizon already have deaf and hard of hearing plan for 3 years.

That was why I responded saying that, Verizon does not have plans exclusively for the deaf/hard-of-hearing customers, it is just for anyone, whether or not, they are deaf. I see no where on VerizonWireless.com that it says something like, "Deaf/Hard-of-hearing Plan," just the nationwide messaging plan.

T-Mobile is the same way.

AT&T and Sprint, all have some kind of programs for the deaf/hard-of-hearing customers on limited selection of phones, but this is handled by their disability divisions. not in stores.

***~SG~*** · 08-08-2009, 02:53 AM

I voted other.

I use SideKick3 under Telstra (Australian Phone company). I would go for blackberry but the plans is too far expensive, so SK3 is cheaper plan for data/texting etc.

sara1981 · 08-09-2009, 02:01 AM

im using att im wishes for iphone because my mom not accept as expensives prices argh!! im really want iphone somedays

SCBassist · 08-09-2009, 05:35 AM

I use Verizon's XV6900 PPC on NATIONWIDE EMAIL & MESSAGING UNLIM MINS UNLIM PDA Plan. It is a touchscreen that uses Windows Mobile 6.1, practically like hauling a miniature laptop with me.

Mrs Bucket · 08-09-2009, 06:22 AM

I use the LG Rumor from Virgin Mobile Canada.

Very accessible for low vision. Hubby did the research for me and it was $99 no contract and only $15.00 every 2-3 months for us. We use it for texting only.

LDNanna · 08-12-2009, 11:35 PM

Verizon does have a "disability" office. you can get unlimited texts, data and such for abt 30.00. In the website you look very hard, you find it. They also have a vrs in that office. If you want the plan you must call that office Mon thru Fri from 8 to 5. You can also go into any Verizon mobile store and ask for the disability plan. Make them look for it as some will tell you they dont have it. I went to my local Verizon office. They have a greeter. She will write your name on paper and call you when a rep is ready. I waited two hours. Why? I did not hear my name called. I had told greeter I was deaf. She said ok. Two hours later I stood in front of her and gave her my best grandma "wtf" face. She gave a look of recognition and surprise. Pointed to my scratched out name on her pad and angrily told me she had called me about half an hour ago. I gave her a great "duh" expression as I pointed to the very large ald on my lanyard and the equally noticeable earphones. She said - ready - no really - she said " Just how close do I have to be before you hear me??" (drums please)

The voicemail to text feature no longer works. Alltel had it, Verizon can't make it work on my phone. They have it on my hearing husband's phone. He never asked for it, it works great, same phone I have, but they can't seem to remove it or to stop charging for it.

I am thinking that when this plan is up (counting) I will definately switch. Thanks for this posting idea, I am getting some great ideas for which companies are better for deaf.

Oh, aaaand, my husband called the customer service folks for me on his phone cause - duh - I am deaf guys, and asked that they call him back at his number. They agreed -Ready? - they called back on my number less than 5 mins later. West Texas is a hoot ya'll, ya just couldn't make this stuff up.

Thanks for this post - good ideas for next phone company!

Reba · 08-13-2009, 01:46 AM

We will never use Sprint.

AllDeaf.com - View Single Post - Sprint allows fraud

The Highlander · 08-13-2009, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reba

We will never use Sprint.

AllDeaf.com - View Single Post - Sprint allows fraud

That's awful! I think Sprint was mistype the number for account.

Reba · 08-13-2009, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Highlander

That's awful! I think Sprint was mistype the number for account.

No, they didn't mistype it. The senior manager that spoke to Hubby on the phone said they don't care to whom an account belongs. As long as there is money in an account, they'll take it. They don't verify the legitimacy of the account. He flat out told Hubby that.

That corporate attitude really turned us off.

The Highlander · 08-14-2009, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reba

No, they didn't mistype it. The senior manager that spoke to Hubby on the phone said they don't care to whom an account belongs. As long as there is money in an account, they'll take it. They don't verify the legitimacy of the account. He flat out told Hubby that.

That corporate attitude really turned us off.

No wonder Sprint's business go down due poor customer service.

I use Sprint Relay Store - Welcome! and their customer service is pretty friendly and nice to us also they have VP200 to talk us. Look like deaf coworker are friendly than hearing coworker.

Yes, I heard lot hearing friends complain about Sprint service but lot deaf/HOH friends are happy with Sprint service.

Foxrac · 08-14-2009, 03:39 AM

I use Verizon with $55 per month for unlimited data and text.

Foxrac · 08-14-2009, 03:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reba

We will never use Sprint.

AllDeaf.com - View Single Post - Sprint allows fraud

I'm suggest to file the lawsuit against Sprint since fraud is horribly wrong and illegal.

For me, I'm avoid at&t due personal reason.

Reba · 08-14-2009, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Foxrac

I'm suggest to file the lawsuit against Sprint since fraud is horribly wrong and illegal....

It's too expensive and time consuming to sue.

We got our money back, minus legal costs, so that's it. The police went to serve a warrant on the scam customer but couldn't find him. It was a non-violent crime, so they aren't going to pursue it.

shona67 · 08-17-2009, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

may i ask, why do you want to go back to Tmobile and sidekick? Lots of people are not happy with sidekick. They switched to BB, verizon, or any other servies rather than Tmobile/sidekick.

I still have a sidekick lx. i have sidekick for 6 years. I haven't go to the other service yet. last week ago, my sidekick has been acting up for the whole 2 weeks, only email itself that was outrage and been fixed toooo long. I still don't know how to switch to the other service because i am too comfortable to be familiarize with my sidekick.

I am not good at changing. ha

I do have a BlackBerry Curve 8900 (or Javelin) from T-Mobile. One main reason I stay with them is because of a low rate on BB Unlimited International E-Mail Add on for only $20 monthly. I can cancel it anytime after a travel.

shona67 · 08-17-2009, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

may i ask, why do you want to go back to Tmobile and sidekick? Lots of people are not happy with sidekick. They switched to BB, verizon, or any other servies rather than Tmobile/sidekick.

I still have a sidekick lx. i have sidekick for 6 years. I haven't go to the other service yet. last week ago, my sidekick has been acting up for the whole 2 weeks, only email itself that was outrage and been fixed toooo long. I still don't know how to switch to the other service because i am too comfortable to be familiarize with my sidekick.

I am not good at changing. ha

You gotta to understand. German wireless giant Deutsche Telekom bought America's Voicestream Wireless and renamed to T-Mobile USA in 2001. They are rapidly expanding by adding more tower cells. But the problem is that T-Mobile USA is not an American company so therefore the USA government's regulation dept gives them hard times. Perfect example, many of you are not aware that T-Mobile won a bid on 3G spectrum in 2006. Unfortunately US Homeland Security and several US military agencies grabbed T-Mobile's 3G network and use them! Finally the US government agencies start to release 3G spectrum slowly back to T-Mobile. T-Mobile's 3G networks still haven't operated fully on USA map.

LDNanna · 08-17-2009, 07:10 PM

Oh yeah, here is a link for the Verizon accessibility services that I posted earlier.

Nationwide Messaging Plans

land line info
http://www22.verizon.com/Residential...RelayServices/

Mind ya, its info only. I do not rec. them.

PowerWCRulez · 08-17-2009, 11:18 PM

I use a Sidekick 3 cellphone, I was at the camping site, it's good coverage using Cingalur service when the T-Mobile coverage out of range. Oh I saw brand new cell tower near the camp site, it's work on Tmobile cellphones by using the Cingalur service.

Christer · 08-17-2009, 11:41 PM

T-Mobile Sidekicks SUCKS! Glad I paid off contract 2 years ago. Right now I don't have any device but I planning get Blacberry or iPhone next year.

Chuck · 08-22-2009, 05:50 PM

I have a blackberry with tmobile, but didnt know there was a texting only plan. They made it a requirement to get voice which I never use. What do I tell the tmobile people to change my plan?

shel90 · 08-22-2009, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck

I have a blackberry with tmobile, but didnt know there was a texting only plan. They made it a requirement to get voice which I never use. What do I tell the tmobile people to change my plan?

What worked for me..I told them that I am deaf and only need the data plan. Got it. Good luck!

IcedTeaRulz · 08-22-2009, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck

I have a blackberry with tmobile, but didnt know there was a texting only plan. They made it a requirement to get voice which I never use. What do I tell the tmobile people to change my plan?

Simple tell T-Mobile customer service that u want Data Service plan only cuz u are deaf. I have T-Mobile Data Service Plan.

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08-08-2009, 02:53 AM	#39 (permalink)
*~SG~* Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Western Australia Posts: 5,305	I voted other. I use SideKick3 under Telstra (Australian Phone company). I would go for blackberry but the plans is too far expensive, so SK3 is cheaper plan for data/texting etc. __________________

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08-09-2009, 05:35 AM	#41 (permalink)
SCBassist ...And your point is? Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Spartanburg, SC Posts: 1,043	I use Verizon's XV6900 PPC on NATIONWIDE EMAIL & MESSAGING UNLIM MINS UNLIM PDA Plan. It is a touchscreen that uses Windows Mobile 6.1, practically like hauling a miniature laptop with me. __________________ Complaints Division Here

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jeliss Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Portland,Maine Posts: 10	I hate T-Mobile sidekick's sucks!!!

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08-07-2009, 11:46 PM	#32 (permalink)
jeliss Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Portland,Maine Posts: 10	I will threw my t-Mobile sidekick into ocean.. I get new iPhone 3GS

08-09-2009, 06:22 AM	#42 (permalink)
Mrs Bucket has retired from AllDeaf. Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,348	I use the LG Rumor from Virgin Mobile Canada. Very accessible for low vision. Hubby did the research for me and it was $99 no contract and only $15.00 every 2-3 months for us. We use it for texting only. __________________ My new nieces/nephews are arriving soon!

08-12-2009, 11:35 PM	#43 (permalink)
LDNanna Everything purple is mine Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 912	Verizon does have a "disability" office. you can get unlimited texts, data and such for abt 30.00. In the website you look very hard, you find it. They also have a vrs in that office. If you want the plan you must call that office Mon thru Fri from 8 to 5. You can also go into any Verizon mobile store and ask for the disability plan. Make them look for it as some will tell you they dont have it. I went to my local Verizon office. They have a greeter. She will write your name on paper and call you when a rep is ready. I waited two hours. Why? I did not hear my name called. I had told greeter I was deaf. She said ok. Two hours later I stood in front of her and gave her my best grandma "wtf" face. She gave a look of recognition and surprise. Pointed to my scratched out name on her pad and angrily told me she had called me about half an hour ago. I gave her a great "duh" expression as I pointed to the very large ald on my lanyard and the equally noticeable earphones. She said - ready - no really - she said " Just how close do I have to be before you hear me??" (drums please) The voicemail to text feature no longer works. Alltel had it, Verizon can't make it work on my phone. They have it on my hearing husband's phone. He never asked for it, it works great, same phone I have, but they can't seem to remove it or to stop charging for it. I am thinking that when this plan is up (counting) I will definately switch. Thanks for this posting idea, I am getting some great ideas for which companies are better for deaf. Oh, aaaand, my husband called the customer service folks for me on his phone cause - duh - I am deaf guys, and asked that they call him back at his number. They agreed -Ready? - they called back on my number less than 5 mins later. West Texas is a hoot ya'll, ya just couldn't make this stuff up. Thanks for this post - good ideas for next phone company!

08-13-2009, 01:46 AM	#44 (permalink)
Reba Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 20,803	We will never use Sprint. AllDeaf.com - View Single Post - Sprint allows fraud

08-14-2009, 03:39 AM	#48 (permalink)
Foxrac DOMESTIC DISSENT HUNTER Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 18,173	I use Verizon with $55 per month for unlimited data and text. __________________

08-17-2009, 07:10 PM	#53 (permalink)
LDNanna Everything purple is mine Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 912	Oh yeah, here is a link for the Verizon accessibility services that I posted earlier. Nationwide Messaging Plans land line info http://www22.verizon.com/Residential...RelayServices/ Mind ya, its info only. I do not rec. them.

08-17-2009, 11:18 PM	#54 (permalink)
PowerWCRulez Ubuntu Linux User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA Posts: 996 Blog Entries: 3	I use a Sidekick 3 cellphone, I was at the camping site, it's good coverage using Cingalur service when the T-Mobile coverage out of range. Oh I saw brand new cell tower near the camp site, it's work on Tmobile cellphones by using the Cingalur service. __________________ [] Updated: 9/10/2007 - SK3 is here! [] Avatar Pic: Ride on the bus [] [] Astrospace IRC Chat clients [] Astrospace IRC Web [] Ubuntu Linux [] [] Personal Web & Scammer Alert List [] Wheelchairjunkie [] [] MyMiniCity (Returned! Finally script working now) [] [] Xbox 360 Achievement Site [] Xbox Deaf Gamers Group []

08-17-2009, 11:41 PM	#55 (permalink)
Christer Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 1,311	T-Mobile Sidekicks SUCKS! Glad I paid off contract 2 years ago. Right now I don't have any device but I planning get Blacberry or iPhone next year.

08-22-2009, 05:50 PM	#56 (permalink)
Chuck God of War Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: California Posts: 134	I have a blackberry with tmobile, but didnt know there was a texting only plan. They made it a requirement to get voice which I never use. What do I tell the tmobile people to change my plan?

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