IIRC, wasn't the low-cost carrier MetroPCS also acquired by T-Mobile?
Seems like oligopoly and higher prices are on the horizon. Americans pay way, way more than European consumers do for the same/worse service.
Seems like oligopoly and higher prices are on the horizon. Americans pay way, way more than European consumers do for the same/worse service.
There are also hundreds of other low cost MNVO's in the US depending on which of Big-3 coverage do you prefer. A lot of times, the MNVO's as much cheaper than going with Big-3(AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon) but can get deprioritized during high traffic situations. [2]
[1] https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/
[2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_mobile_v...
What we do have, is the availability of more expensive plans and companies.
It's the same argument I keep hearing people make about "dur dur college is expensive in the states." It's not. 2 years of community college for gen-eds, 2 years state school, BS costs $25k over 4 years, and if you finish in 3, it costs less. You can also take college courses or get a full year of college credits in high school if you study. You can get a bachelor's for under $20k total from a good state school. But yes, my little brother spent 40k/year and has 6-figure debt and a 5-figure salary.
Stupid people, make stupid choices. In the land of the free, we make the guidance and information available, and let them fail. Good.
Norway is sparely populated? That country the size of Montana (one of many states), with five times the population? Dare I say, have you ever Driven across the US?
not everyone is allowed to fail. the banks for example are not. it appears people who failed basic civics were also allowed to pass high school.
Making loans to people who are reasonably likely to pay the loan back used to be the primary business of banks. I guess you are correct and I don’t understand why banks are now in the business of making loans to people who can’t pay.
I'm not going to bother reading your reply, because you seem to regurgitate the same thing over and over again, without understanding that what you are saying is factually wrong. All I can say is, good luck in life without comprehension of simple things. You're gonna need it.
I don't believe you. Find me any plan in the USA that is cheaper than what can be had in France. And I won't even bring up how terrible mobile coverage is in the USA, even in big cities.
> Dare I say, have you ever Driven across the US?
Yep, the long way (four days virtually nonstop) and the slow way (a couple months).
I generally found reception to be better in the very sparsely populated areas in the Alps etc.
Also at least in some of Europe roaming between operators (for domestic users) is not really a thing and generally companies have independent subsidiaries in every country. Surely that would lead to higher operating costs to some extent?
Cost:
Canadian Cell Phone Providers: Generally, Canadian cell phone plans tend to be more expensive compared to their US counterparts. This is often attributed to factors such as the smaller population, vast geography, and limited competition in the Canadian market. However, the exact cost can vary depending on the plan, provider, and region.
US Cell Phone Providers: The cost of cell phone plans in the US can vary widely depending on the provider and the specific plan you choose. Generally, there is more competition among US providers, leading to a wider range of plan options and potentially more affordable prices compared to Canada.
Quality of Service:
Canadian Cell Phone Providers: Canada has a vast geographical area, which poses challenges for cell phone coverage, especially in rural and remote areas. The quality of service can vary based on the provider and location. Some major Canadian providers include Rogers, Bell, and Telus, which offer extensive coverage in urban areas but may have limitations in more remote regions.
US Cell Phone Providers: Due to the larger population and market size, US cell phone providers generally offer better coverage across the country. Major US providers such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint (now merged with T-Mobile) have extensive networks and often provide better coverage in rural areas compared to Canadian providers.
Overall, US cell phone providers tend to offer more competitive pricing and better coverage due to the larger market size and increased competition.