Email & Web Smartphone Plan Vs Unlimited Data

[gaurhoth]

I was positive I'd find a good answer to this question by searching the forum, but alas, my searching skills have failed me. I can't really find what I'm looking for. Apologies if this has been covered before.

I'm trying to figure out the difference between VZW's two smartphone data plans. As I understand it, you need the 'unlimited data plan' for Exchange activesync (which I have on my Omnia for my work email account).

But what about for my wife who just has Google email? I was considering using Google Sync for her contacts/Calendar, but am worried I will get raped by some type of charges since I signed her up on the less expensive 'Email & Web for Smartphones plan'.

Can she use Google Sync? What about other Data using apps (pocketwit, Qik, dashwire, etc?). These apps all use Data, but are not technically Email & Web.

Hopefully someone can shed some definitive (and possibly first hand) light on this. Thanks.

Gaurhoth

[cmajewsk]

Originally Posted by gaurhoth

I was positive I'd find a good answer to this question by searching the forum, but alas, my searching skills have failed me. I can't really find what I'm looking for. Apologies if this has been covered before.

I'm trying to figure out the difference between VZW's two smartphone data plans. As I understand it, you need the 'unlimited data plan' for Exchange activesync (which I have on my Omnia for my work email account).

But what about for my wife who just has Google email? I was considering using Google Sync for her contacts/Calendar, but am worried I will get raped by some type of charges since I signed her up on the less expensive 'Email & Web for Smartphones plan'.

Can she use Google Sync? What about other Data using apps (pocketwit, Qik, dashwire, etc?). These apps all use Data, but are not technically Email & Web.

Hopefully someone can shed some definitive (and possibly first hand) light on this. Thanks.

Gaurhoth

Wow - 70+ views and no response. I'd think she could use it along with the other apps you mentioned. But I'd call Big Red to be sure...

[gaurhoth]

Originally Posted by cmajewsk

Wow - 70+ views and no response. I'd think she could use it along with the other apps you mentioned. But I'd call Big Red to be sure...

Apparently even VZW likes to give misinformation on this. From what I can tell and others have verified, the ONLY difference between the plans is that the more expensive one includes Verizon's own wireless sync. apparently they can do a type of push email even with non activesync accounts. Both plans seem to allow activesync (with exchange and google). I've seen no problem with either and others bear this out.

I think it's mearly marketing to try and push the more expensive plan.

[ca2l3vin]

OK to clear the air with this (lots of views but no responses) and so there is no confusion on the matter.

The difference between the unlimited data plan and Email + Web for smartphones IS

Email + Web for smartphones - $29.99
Allows unlimited access to pocket outlook and activesync exchange connections for email and PIM information. Also allows for unlimited browsing on the phone for web access. With this feature you will not be able to use the WirelessSync application (which ill explain later) and before Sept. 2008 many phones COULD NOT TETHER with this feature added (would be upgraded to unlimited and then would add $15 dollar feature for tethering). As of now you can use this feature and still pay for tethering by adding on a $30 Dollar feature (why you would do this I dont know cause the price for both would be the same as tethering with unlimited just you dont have WirelessSync)

Unlimited Data Plan (really feature) - $44.99
Allows for the the same access to pocket outlook and activesync exchange as well as being able to browse for internet on the phone for no limit as well however you also have access to Verizon Wireless provided WirelessSync (created by Nokia). This feature gives more than just access to your emails but also gives you access for email but also PIM (contacts, calendar, notes, travel info, ect) without the need for activesync exchange or wired activesync through PC. This means you can use and BACKUP your information on the go without the need of a PC or exchange server at all (for those that use backup assitant on regular GIN phones. This can be used the same way after loosing or bricking a phone and getting a new or replacement you can gather all your information back by just reconnecting with WirelessSync) This feature also was for awhile the only way to connect via tethering though this has changed in recent months. With so much capability this is why it cost extra and without the feature wirelessync cannot be used (for those without exchange only EMAIL can be used, for those without a PC information cannot be backed up unless using a 3rd party app which can be pointless if you dont have a PC in the first place)

For any information about plans or features I will be happy to answer and answer with best of my knowledge...also if needed I will research any questions or concerns you may have (like VZW's new WFG).

Anyways hope this clears things up and helps.