Good news for Android lovers...

**Churner** · 08-22-2010, 10:12 AM

Originally Posted by shineon732

So I'm guessing if they start to hit there limit they will dump the unlimited plan? or expand the network further?

VM is on Sprint's 3G network. Sprint Postpaid subs are moving to its separate/faster 4G network. The migration of the postpaid subs will free up 3G space that can be used by VM subs.

**avenue** · 08-22-2010, 10:13 AM

Originally Posted by shineon732

That is the best news I have heard in awhile

So I'm guessing if they start to hit there limit they will dump the unlimited plan? or expand the network further?

I'm sure they have ways of keeping the network going. I mean, we've heard that AT&T has had problems in Time Square, and they've added Wifi in the area so that customers can get on wifi instead of using the cellular networks. I'm sure there are all kinds of different methods that we don't even know about that the carriers can use to expand the capacity of the network.

**Churner** · 08-22-2010, 10:14 AM

Originally Posted by madman1923

If I'm going to by an android I would not want the name "Virgin mobile" on it....

A case can cover up the label. So can duct tape or nail polish.

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by avenue

I'm sure they have ways of keeping the network going. I mean, we've heard that AT&T has had problems in Time Square, and they've added Wifi in the area so that customers can get on wifi instead of using the cellular networks. I'm sure there are all kinds of different methods that we don't even know about that the carriers can use to expand the capacity of the network.

Yes.
But you have to admit AT&T putting customers on wifi to free up network space is simply a band aid over there never ending problem :P

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:17 AM

Originally Posted by Churner

VM is on Sprint's 3G network. Sprint Postpaid subs are moving to its separate/faster 4G network. The migration of the postpaid subs will free up 3G space that can be used by VM subs.

Ah. So I am guessing WiMAX supports Voice and Data. Is Sprint going to deploy WiMAX2?

**avenue** · 08-22-2010, 10:18 AM

Originally Posted by shineon732

Ah. So I am guessing WiMAX supports Voice and Data. Is Sprint going to deploy WiMAX2?

I heard Sprint was moving to LTE eventually.. Did anyone else hear the same?

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:20 AM

Originally Posted by avenue

I heard Sprint was moving to LTE eventually.. Did anyone else hear the same?

I heard that too until WiMAX 2 was created. The whole reason behind them possibly going to LTE is because LTE is faster and because 2 Other carriers are going to use LTE.

With WiMAX 2 being faster. All they need now is T-Mobile to deploy WiMAX.

**avenue** · 08-22-2010, 10:21 AM

Originally Posted by shineon732

I heard that too until WiMAX 2 was created. The whole reason behind them possibly going to LTE is because LTE is faster and because 2 Other carriers are going to use LTE.

With WiMAX 2 being faster. All they need now is T-Mobile to deploy WiMAX.

Oh, that's interesting. I'll need to look up WiMAX 2. That's for the information!

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by avenue

Oh, that's interesting. I'll need to look up WiMAX 2. Thank's for the information!

no problem
Though nothing is for sure yet. I think Sprints next move is gonna be on T-Mobiles part. Since Verizon and AT&T are gonna launch LTE. I am sure they will have some type of network agreement. If T-Mobile goes LTE, I don't think Sprint will stay the odd ball and keep using WiMAX or WiMAX 2 while the other 3 carriers use LTE. If T-Mobile goes WiMAX. Then I there would be more reason for Sprint to stay with WiMAX

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:28 AM

WiMAX = 45mbps to 70mbps
LTE = 100mbps

WiMAX 2 = 120mbps

And WiMAX 2 is backwards compatible with current WiMAX phones so the phones don't change. Just the network

**avenue** · 08-22-2010, 10:33 AM

Originally Posted by shineon732

WiMAX = 45mbps to 70mbps
LTE = 100mbps

WiMAX 2 = 120mbps

And WiMAX 2 is backwards compatible with current WiMAX phones so the phones don't change. Just the network

Is 120 Mbps real world speeds or just the highest you can possibly get?

I mean, will Sprint really offer 120 Mbps, or will it be more like 30 Mbps? The same with the LTE.. Is 100 Mbps really going to be offered, or will it just be a lot less?

**Lew93** · 08-22-2010, 10:33 AM

Originally Posted by madman1923

If I'm going to by an android I would not want the name "Virgin mobile" on it....

So don't buy a phone from Virgin Mobile.

This is the best reason so far I have read on this thread of why to buy or not buy a particular phone. This displaced the inability to have live wallpapers to take over the number one slot.

**Lew93** · 08-22-2010, 10:34 AM

Originally Posted by avenue

Is 120 Mbps real world speeds or just the highest you can possibly get?

I mean, will Sprint really offer 120 Mbps, or will it be more like 30 Mbps? The same with the LTE.. Is 100 Mbps really going to be offered, or will it just be a lot less?

With these discussions about whether 30Mbps download speeds are enough, I just have to wonder what download speed these people have on their home computers for their Internet connections.

**shineon732** · 08-22-2010, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by avenue

Is 120 Mbps real world speeds or just the highest you can possibly get?

I mean, will Sprint really offer 120 Mbps, or will it be more like 30 Mbps? The same with the LTE.. Is 100 Mbps really going to be offered, or will it just be a lot less?

Not 100% sure. I just know it will be faster than current LTE. And LTE is pretty quick. So I am guessing it will be good

**V1ViD** · 08-22-2010, 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by Lew93

With these discussions about whether 30Mbps download speeds are enough, I just have to wonder what download speed these people have on their home computers for their Internet connections.

I only have 20mbps with cable. lol. So if they offer 120....Someone must be doing some heavy downloading...on a phone. o.o