Dumb question: which networks does this run on?

[Sumukha]

Hello,
my Verizon contract is running out and I am eying the Nexus 4, want to switch to a lower cost provider other than Verizon.
Trouble is: I have no clue what networks this device is usable for. Browsing the specs, I only read technical Greek language about GSM/EDGE/GPRS, hspa+, but nothing like Sprint, Virgin, T-Mobile or At&T.

Can someone help?

Thanks!

 

[LNWJ]

In the USA:

AT&T
T-Mobile
Straight Talk

The current version is not usable on CDMA providers (Sprint/Verizon/Virgin etc...)

There are probably others too, I'm sure someone else can chime in. I hope this helps.

 

[matt9214]

Any GSM operator the phone will work. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_mobile_virtual_network_operators
Here are a few examples
At&t
Straight talk
Air voice
H20
Net10
Red pocket
Simple mobile
T-Mobile



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[Sumukha]

Thanks LNWJ,
that's already something.
Anybody what about Nationwide smartphone service without paying extra for a smartphone data plan, used iphones, refurbished phones and more
And will it support Virgin at some point?
I am so sick of Verizon's rates!

Thanks

 

[boparunsxc]

Thanks LNWJ,
that's already something.
Anybody what about Nationwide smartphone service without paying extra for a smartphone data plan, used iphones, refurbished phones and more
And will it support Virgin at some point?
I am so sick of Verizon's rates!

Thanks

Unless LG/ Google make a CDMA variant (i.e. a sprint/ virgin/ boost/ verizon specific version of the phone), virgin mobile or any other CDMA based carrier will not be supported on the Nexus 4. Depending on the coverage in your area, I'd look into T-mobile and straight talk... page plus only has 3g data which is painfully slow.

 

[Sumukha]

Thanks, I live in an area where few providers have 4G, will anyway have to live without it.
Appreciate all your help!

 

[Benoni Cooper]

Top 4 US pre-paid wireless plans for the Nexus 4 | Android and Me

I suggest the one in my sig.