Yesterday, Verizon Wireless unveiled its shared data plans and pricing which some are calling underwhelming. Analysts note that customers may revolt because it will be more expensive for many customers.
The initial buy-in for data for a smartphone at $50 for one gigabyte is steep even though voice and text messages are unlimited.
Consumer Group Public Knowledge noted that it took Verizon one year from offering unlimited data for $30 a month to charging $50 per 1 GB. The Communication Workers of America are calling Verizon Wireless, Verigreedy.