Who I have the same questioned this topic

This started late last year and is doing it on all phones that are not iPhones.  Anytime, I RECEIVE a MMS picture, it is compressed severely (30-40 KB).  I can send out 2-3 Meg plus pictures and they will not compress on the recipent's device.  Also, if I send myself a picture, it will come back compressed.  

I've tried using the stock messaging app and GOSMS.  I have toggled wifi on and off.  I'm in a full 4G coverage.  The person sending the pictures to me are all different. 

If I really want the picture or even a picture of a document, I have to ask the person to resend via email.  Sure, I can get it that way, but that becomes an extra step as most use text to quickly send one picture. 

If feels like the Verizon network is compressing photo's even if they are not large.

Help!!