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Switching from iPhone 3GS to N1

qcom

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Hello everyone, after posting that previous new thread, with the tons of replies xD I have decided to switch to the N1 from an iPhone 3GS.

I decided to make a new thread because I think I recall some people posting that they switched from their iPhones and don't regret it at all, but I'd like to know the process.


I know I have to buy the unlocked version, because I'm going to stick with ATT for a while, because I'm on a CORPORATE account.

Next, once I purchase the unlocked phone (https://www.google.com/phone/choose?hl=en&gl=US&s7e=) ($529.00 oh boy..) I don't need a contract do I, is that the purpose of an unlocked phone?

Then, would I just remove the SIM card from my 3GS and insert it into the N1? Or, would I need to talk to ATT and bring the two phones to the store and have them do it?

Also, remember, I'm a member of a CORPORATE account, just emphasizing because I think it may affect the process a bit..
 
I know I have to buy the unlocked version, because I'm going to stick with ATT for a while, because I'm on a CORPORATE account.

Next, once I purchase the unlocked phone (https://www.google.com/phone/choose?hl=en&gl=US&s7e=) ($529.00 oh boy..) I don't need a contract do I, is that the purpose of an unlocked phone?

All of the Nexus One phones are unlocked. You don't need a contract because the carrier is not subsidizing the cost of the phone (justification for cotnract) as you're buying the phone from Google.

Then, would I just remove the SIM card from my 3GS and insert it into the N1?

Yes basically :p Not very hard to do!
 
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I also just switched from an iPhone 3GS to the N1 and I was on a corporate account. Like Roze said, you just swap the SIM...the cool thing is that if you ever want to go slumming again you can put the SIM back in the iPhone for a couple of days and use it again. I haven't had to do that yet...I LOVE THIS PHONE.
 
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I also just switched from an iPhone 3GS to the N1 and I was on a corporate account. Like Roze said, you just swap the SIM...the cool thing is that if you ever want to go slumming again you can put the SIM back in the iPhone for a couple of days and use it again. I haven't had to do that yet...I LOVE THIS PHONE.

Advantage of GSM phones over CDMA ones IMO. Also, if you travel a lot for work (Europe, Asia, Austrailia) you can use your N1 phone :D Just research what carrier in the country you're in have the same radio frequency as your N1, buy a PAYG SIM card and you're good to go!
 
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All of the Nexus One phones are unlocked. You don't need a contract because the carrier is not subsidizing the cost of the phone (justification for cotnract) as you're buying the phone from Google.

I'm assuming your talking about all of the N1s sans the T-Mobile one for $179.00? That one isn't unlocked is it, because that would defeat the purpose of the others.

And don't I need the one that says 3G for ATT?

Not 3G for T-Mobile?

Because, remember, I'm staying on ATT..
 
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I'm assuming your talking about all of the N1s sans the T-Mobile one for $179.00? That one isn't unlocked is it, because that would defeat the purpose of the others.

And don't I need the one that says 3G for ATT?

Not 3G for T-Mobile?

Because, remember, I'm staying on ATT..

I was referring to AT&T when I said that. ALL Nexus One phones are unlocked as you can only buy the phone through Google (Vodaphone is an exception). This will change soon as the Google store will be closing and 'partner retailers' will start carrying the Nexus One. With TMo, you're buying the phone subsidized, thus the $179, but you have to sign a 2 years contract with TMo. Yes, you're on AT&T, you buy the AT&T Nexus One.
 
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OK, sorry for the sort of dumb questions, but I just don't want to be charged for anything that I shouldn't or couldn't be charged for.

Alright, that about settles it then xD

Oh, you know the "create-a-hotspot" feature in Froyo? Does that cost any extra on your contract or what?
 
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Advantage of GSM phones over CDMA ones IMO. Also, if you travel a lot for work (Europe, Asia, Austrailia) you can use your N1 phone :D Just research what carrier in the country you're in have the same radio frequency as your N1, buy a PAYG SIM card and you're good to go!


At&t offers an international data plan that you can purchase. The nice thing about this is that you can have them switch it "off" when you come home if you haven't used all the data. For example I purchased 500MB for a trip I took to europe. I used wifi when I could but when I need directions or information I just switched on my data and used what I needed. At the end of the trip I had like 2 weeks left of that data plan. I called At&t and told them I was home. Now if I go away I can reactivate the plan and use the remaining time/data. For phone calls I just used the phone (I wasn't talking that much) and payed the internation rate At&t gave me.

Also I came from a corporate account. When you get your phone pop out the sim from your 3GS and just put it into the N1, it will come alive in all it's glory. Also if you don't have a gmail account make sure you set one up to take full advantage of the phone.

Oh and $179.99 for this phone is just crazy. I think it's worth it at full price, I just no longer want a 2 year contract (I like my technology).
 
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At&t offers an international data plan that you can purchase. The nice thing about this is that you can have them switch it "off" when you come home if you haven't used all the data. For example I purchased 500MB for a trip I took to europe. I used wifi when I could but when I need directions or information I just switched on my data and used what I needed. At the end of the trip I had like 2 weeks left of that data plan. I called At&t and told them I was home. Now if I go away I can reactivate the plan and use the remaining time/data. For phone calls I just used the phone (I wasn't talking that much) and payed the internation rate At&t gave me.
Oh that's nice *_* how much did you pay for 500mb?
 
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OK, thanks.

When you create a hotspot in Froyo, do you need to pay ATT for extra, or does Google pull through and make it completely free?

Also, are there any other features like this that force you to pay additional fees per month?

I suppose it depends on your account since ATT just announced that they will be either capping tethered (mobile hotspot) data plans where you have to pay more to use more data or disable tethering (mobile hotspot) on unlimited data plans for smart phones.

But since the N1 is an off the grid device in the first place, I don't know how it would work out on ATT. Best to call them.

For T-Mo, all tethering and such goes unrestricted. :D
 
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