Is there a good option for CDMA+GSM?

[azlarry]

I've searched but come up empty. I'm out of my ATT contract in November and want to switch to Verizon. I'm currently running a Treo 750W. Good sync function with exchange but poor browser and worst of all, poor network.

I would like to avoid the hassle and expence of runnign RIM server.

Is there a great Smartphone that can run GSM and also CDMA? The idea would be to dump the Treo, get the new phone unlocked and take it to Verizon in November. If it's a loss cause I'll just wait. I would think eventually Verizon would get some decent devices.

[huntm856]

There are no devices on the market capable of running on CDMA and *DOMESTIC* GSM networks.

[DubDub]

All GSM/CDMA devices are CDMA in the US and GSM outside North America.

[PENGUINCARL]

Isn't the Vertu line both GSM and CDMA? They make quite a big deal of working everywhere in the world. Of course, they aren't really smart phones.

[Ian Brantford]

The Samsung i770 and the Motorola Ming A1800 handle CDMA and have quadband GSM.

The i770's launch on Verizon is imminent: http://www.engadgetmobile.com/2008/0...d-for-verizon/

The A1800 appears to only have been launched in China so far:

http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_qui...0-news-532.php

http://www.cellphonedigest.net/news/...e_ming_a16.php

[huntm856]

I believe the OP was asking about a device that works on CDMA and GSM domestically. This being the case, the fact that the NAM carriers have devices that are capable of GSM use overseas only does him no good whatsoever.

OP: you are just going to have to wait until your contract is over and port out, I think.

[Ian Brantford]

I believe the OP was asking about a device that works on CDMA and GSM domestically. This being the case, the fact that the NAM carriers have devices that are capable of GSM use overseas only does him no good whatsoever.

The i770 from Verizon should work domestically, as well as the A1800 if it can be imported. However, the OP wanted to get a CDMA/GSM device from AT&T and then leave. It is pretty much a given that AT&T will not carry such a device -- only a CDMA carrier need bother.

OP: you are just going to have to wait until your contract is over and port out, I think.

Not "have to", but like "best plan". Even though it is possible to get a device that does what the OP wants, it is not going to be available through the right channel in the allotted time. Plus, it places a big restriction on handset selection just to cover a fairly short-term issue.

azlarry, did you have any need to get domestic GSM access AFTER switching to Verizon? Unless you have some specific area with no Verizon coverage in mind, waiting and porting (and getting Verizon's full selection of phones) is probably best.