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Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Verizon tries unlimited messaging without voice
Here’s a not-so-crazy idea: Unlimited text messaging without voice.
Verizon Wireless has announced the availability of three nationwide messaging plans that offer unlimited messaging, including text, IM, picture and video messaging. But for voice, the deals offer per-minute rates.
The carrier says it based its decision to offer the plans on consumer feedback. I can see it for a businessman who spends his time messaging while in airports or a student who can’t really talk to friends during class and does a lot of text messaging on the down-low.
It’s not for me. I like the personal touch of actually talking with someone. I doubt that all those people I see yakking as they drive down Interstate 95 would want it either.
Could you do without the voice function on your cell phone?