Verizon competition for Sprint's iPhone marketing plan?
CB2L
Enthusiast - Level 2

Has anyone seen anything a Verizon plan that looks like it comes anywhere close to Sprint's "iPhone for life" + Simply Unlimited Plan?

Granted, "iPhone for Life" is basically the same thing as Verizon's "Edge" leasing option, but the ability to combine it with a $50 Unlimited Talk/Text/Data plan is pretty attractive. 

I just re-upped with Verizon back in back in April, and picked up the HTC One M8.  I like the phone, and I prefer Verizon's network (I'm military, and move around a bit).  But I cracked my phone's screen for the first time EVER a few days ago, and I'm about a week and a half outside of the 6-month time frame for HTC's Advantage one-time free screen replacement.  So I'm looking at a $200 repair and I'm thinking, why not just switch to Sprint on the iPhone for Life and Simply Unlimited plan, avoid that $200 cost, get a brand-new phone, and actually end up paying less per month ($70/month for Sprint iPhone vs. $75/month currently with Verizon) for a service plan that includes unlimited data? Especially when Sprint will cover ETFs?

The Verizon network is better, but unlimited data, a new phone, and not paying for a $200 screen repair combine to make a pretty hefty carrot.

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rcschnoor
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Until you can't use the phone in an area you need to use it.

Regardless, you should go with the provider which best suits your needs.

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CB2L
Enthusiast - Level 2

Ugh, also, to anyone who reads this post - please ignore the grammar/diction mistake in the first sentence.  I absolutely hate that I did that.  I judge people for their grammar and spelling Smiley Happy  Karma...

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I would say that is a non problem.

Many famous people and inventors had terrible spelling and grammar. Their accomplishments speak for them.

Judge not lest thee be judged!

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CB2L
Enthusiast - Level 2

"Until you can't use the phone in an area you need to use it."

What, like, with the cracked screen?  No way, I can't be one of those people...I judge them.  Apparently I'm very judge-y.

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I believe RC meant use your service on Sprint. Not the damaged device on Sprint.

It is great to have a new device if it has service when and where its needed.

The best looking phone in the world is useless unless you have coverage.

Good Luck on Sprint.

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CB2L
Enthusiast - Level 2

"The best looking phone in the world is useless unless you have coverage."

Agree, wholeheartedly.  And for the record, I don't think the iPhone 6 looks better than the M8.  Although I do like the smaller size a bit.  I feel like a 4.5-4.7 inch screen is perfect for phone-sizing.  Like my old verizon HTC Rezound, which I absolutely loved.