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I think Vodafone & perhaps Orange will or rather should look closely @ the O2 iphone tariffs & data tariffs & come up with something that can beat it. That way they will roll in the customers. The data tariffs is the big thing. Could this also give Apple a bigger market share?
[ This Message was edited by: Bonovox on 2009-09-29 13:26 ]
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Posted: 2009-09-29 14:19:40
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Do Orange have good data rates? I was with them once and they were extortionate - something like £1 per MB but that was way back when I had my T610 which only had a 2MB memory anyway.
There should be no excuse for limited data usage now, there are so many phones that are data hungry it's just silly to have a cap anyway.
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Posted: 2009-09-29 14:25:58
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Yes Orange now do 500mb data included with certain tariffs over £40 or so not sure. Its a touch expensive on pay as you go though with £5 per week bundle for unlimited data or £1 per day. Then the 500mb on pay monthly which is similar to O2 £7.50 monthly one but it is included as I say in some tariffs.
[ This Message was edited by: Bonovox on 2009-09-29 13:29 ]
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Posted: 2009-09-29 14:27:11
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In a straight choice between O2, Vodafone, and Orange, I'd take Vodafone every time. O2 are a reasonable alternative, so I didn't mind porting over to them for the iPhone after years of loyal Voda usage, but I'd be happy to go back if I can. My contract's up in April, so it all really depends on what happens with the inevitable next iPhone released next June/July. If both networks have it and are evenly matched on price, I'd port back to Voda for it, otherwise I'd stick with O2.
If Orange somehow came to be dominant, with the best pricing and/or exclusivity on the next model, that would be my nightmare scenario.. they just aren't an option where I live.
[ This Message was edited by: Boinng on 2009-09-29 13:45 ]
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Posted: 2009-09-29 14:43:22
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Thats a shame as apart from not the best customer service Orange have always been a great reliable network for me. Its the best signal where I live & being on contract with them its great. I rarely get network problems at all. Guess with Orange getting it earlier Vodafone can watch the competition & get it right when they release it. Only thing I hate about Vodafone is there horrible call sound its very gargly sounding & they have zero 3G where I live. Whats Vodafone's current data tariffs?
[ This Message was edited by: Bonovox on 2009-09-29 15:00 ]
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Posted: 2009-09-29 15:04:45
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An anouncement is now featured on Orange customer service number when you call regarding the iphone. Before you get put through they mention the iphone then say they cannot answer questions about it just yet.
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Posted: 2009-09-30 16:44:59
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This is intresting
I hope iPhone tariffs willbe alot better and cheaper then what
02 are exspecting poor souls to pay atm
lol and I wonder how Vodafone are gunna place there branding on a iPhone be intresting to see this
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Posted: 2009-10-01 02:58:22
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I dont think they will be allowed to brand it. Apple are pretty strict as far as I can see how they sell their products. Also as nice as it is I dont think the iphone should be on such high tariffs on long contracts. Its not THAT special in terms of what it actually is or has compared to other phones. Dont know why its so expensive in the first place.
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Posted: 2009-10-01 09:54:00
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Just to clarify the NZ situation, Vodafone are the only official network supplier of the iPhone in NZ but they DO NOT have an exclusive agreement. Talks with major rival Telecom NZ have broken down and 2 Degrees Mobile have yet to release 3G services so no point in an iPhone supply agreement there - yet. Apple NZ also sell the iPhone on their online store.
VodafoneNZ have steadfastly refused umlimited data deals but have plans as low as NZ$40 (about GBP18.00).
iPhones from VodafoneNZ are unlocked and available on PAYG.
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Posted: 2009-10-01 12:46:36
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I might switch to Vodafone if there is a better deal to be had.
Definitely would never go back to Oranage, no matter how cheap (no reception at all where i work in central london or live)
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Posted: 2009-10-01 14:23:25
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