AT&T vs StraightTalk on AT&T

[bjrosen]

I've just ordered an N5, I currently have a GN on Verizon but Verizon doesn't support the N5 so I have to move to the AT&T network. StraightTalk runs on the AT&T network but I'm wondering if it's really the same as being on AT&T. My understanding is that StraightTalk has no roaming so the holes the AT&T are of greater concern that they are with AT&T. Can anyone speak about their experiences with both? I'm particularly concerned with AT7T's coverage in New Hampshire/Vermont and Maine. I'm in Massachusetts but we travel a lot on the weekends which is when I use my mobile phone most, during the week I rely on my wired phone.

 

[srkmagnus]

You'll essentially be getting AT&T coverage without roaming as mentioned in your post. I would suggest taking a look at the coverage map to see what parts are covered and where you'll expect to be without coverage. Also, I think there is a thread on Straight talk in the carrier Forums. Pop in there and see if there's anything helpful.

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[mrsmumbles]

Also, they have cut some people off, I've heard, for going over the data limit.

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[srkmagnus]

Also, they have cut some people off, I've heard, for going over the data limit.

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You mean stop services entirely or just suspend data until the next billing cycle?

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[mrsmumbles]

You mean stop services entirely or just suspend data until the next billing cycle?

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Stop entirely is what I heard..

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[srkmagnus]

Stop entirely is what I heard..

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That's interesting. I guess it's possible if you are violating the terms of use and/or exceeding the allotment provided to you with the package. Good information to know, thanks!

 

[mrsmumbles]

That's interesting. I guess it's possible if you are violating the terms of use and/or exceeding the allotment provided to you with the package. Good information to know, thanks!

I'm not 100% sure though. There are also things I've read which say cut off just for the billing cycle.

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[GnosticYoyo]

I've had no problems with Straight Talk. I don't use Youtube or Netflix on the go much but I do stream my music thru Play Music daily. I have myself and two kids on ST for a couple of years. The only thing I have to day is their customer service isn't that good, but only had to talk to them once.

Give them a try. You are not under contract so if you don't like it you can always switch anytime. At most you would be out $50.

 

[chadthebuilder]

Also, they have cut some people off, I've heard, for going over the data limit.

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That was mainly what used to happen, when they had more of a shady terms of service, that didn't specifically say how much data you could use. Now they have a 2.5 Gigabyte set limit to keep things clear.

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[tgp]

That was mainly what used to happen, when they had more of a shady terms of service, that didn't specifically say how much data you could use. Now they have a 2.5 Gigabyte set limit to keep things clear.

Yes, my wife & I haven't had any issues with Straight Talk or Net10 since they implemented the 2.5GB data limit. We both stream audio & video, and I've even tethered some. I don't think they're as worried about how you use the data; they'll just throttle until the next billing cycle when you hit the limit.

 

[shashankmittal]

I've just ordered an N5, I currently have a GN on Verizon but Verizon doesn't support the N5 so I have to move to the AT&T network. StraightTalk runs on the AT&T network but I'm wondering if it's really the same as being on AT&T. My understanding is that StraightTalk has no roaming so the holes the AT&T are of greater concern that they are with AT&T. Can anyone speak about their experiences with both? I'm particularly concerned with AT7T's coverage in New Hampshire/Vermont and Maine. I'm in Massachusetts but we travel a lot on the weekends which is when I use my mobile phone most, during the week I rely on my wired phone.

I live in MA and travel to VT/NH quite a bit on weekends. Have had no major issues with Straight Talk (AT&T sim). The coverage is decent, if not excellent. Data speed is good and after the 2GB limit, they throttle it down to 256kbps.

 

[mrsmumbles]

That was mainly what used to happen, when they had more of a shady terms of service, that didn't specifically say how much data you could use. Now they have a 2.5 Gigabyte set limit to keep things clear.

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Good to know, I'm thinking of using ST with my n5 after I finally pay the Sprint etf.

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