Will the Defy work on AT&T?

[buraian]

Well, I was all set to switch from AT&T to T-mobile (and the Defy). And then the news broke that T-Mo sold out to AT&T! There's a glimmer of hope that the gov't might block the deal, but I'm not counting on it.

So my question is, would the Defy still work when AT&T takes over T-Mo's towers? Or will I have to buy a new handset?

Anyone know?

Cheers,
-Brian*

 

[BooneGibson#AC]

Unlocked Defy Available

Brian,

There is an unlocked version of the Defy available that will work (better) on AT&T's network as it has AT&T's 3G frequency. The Defy available through T-Mobile will work with an AT&T SIM card, but you will only get 2G connectivity. Should you be interested in acquiring one of the unlocked Defys, you can find them here:

Motorola DEFY Android Smartphone (Unlocked) #MB525 - Expansys USA

or on EBay. If you buy off of EBay, make sure it is a truly unlocked version and not a T-Mobile version someone is trying to pass off as unlocked. I am with T-Mobile, have the Defy, and I absolutely LOVE it!!! Feel free to write if you have any questions about it!!!

Boone

 

[buraian]

Thanks, Boone. Glad to hear you like the Defy. The reviews seem to be mixed.

Anyway, I'll probably just sign up with T-Mobile. It'll take a year to get the AT&T deal approved, and hopefully at least a few months after that for AT&T to assimilate all the towers. Most of my data consumption will probably be through WiFi anyway. I'm not much of a data hog.

It'll be a nice little device for a couple of years.

Cheers,
-Brian*

 

[BooneGibson#AC]

Brian,

If you do get the Defy, let me know and I'll point you in the right direction for some amazing accessories and applications.

Boone

 

[angusgreer]

I am interested in buying a DEFY for use on AT&T. Any other places that sell the unlocked phone?

what about this one? defy - Cellhut Search Result

If I buy the DEFY will I be able to download the update to Android? In other words if you go to "update" where will the update come from? It can't come from T-Mobile since i am not their customer (but they are the ones that I read that had the update from 2.1 to 2.2)

What about warranty service? Do I ship it back to Motorola for warranty repair or am I out of luck if it breaks?

Thanks

 

[whiteymole]

In regards to your Android update, I have a Defy that's locked to T-Mobile (I'm an AT&T user). I was able to update my software through my Wi-Fi connection without even having a sim card installed. I really like the Defy, I also have a DroidX. They are very similar but the X is a much larger screen. I've been looking for a way to unlock my Defy so I can use my AT&T sim card, but have had no luck.

 

[thevoyer2002]

I have a Tmob Defy I rooted. When I moved, I had to switch to ATT. Tmob gave me the unlock code. To my surprise,,, and I kid u not,,,, I get the ATT 3G network. I know it sounds impossible cuz of the different frequencies... but I am herring it. I can even toggle to Edge and use it if I want. Unreal.

 

[jakson0100]

you go to "update" where will the update come from? It can't come from T-Mobile since i am not their customer (but they are the ones that I read that had the update from 2.1 to 2.2)