Verizon Data Options for me

[smitc248]

just to let you guys know,

I activated my original Motorola Q online via my verizon (formally my account) and I was able to add the 30$ web/email data feature =)

I had to activate it as provided equipment but I may have just been lucky to be able to do that..

[Qellis]

Originally Posted by Tony Bag o Donuts

The pop client the Q already has cannot push email by default I believe. At most you can set it for checking every 15min which will kill your battery.

Is there a work around to get Outlook email, even if it is a battery killer (I would only use it occasionally) with the 29.99 plan?

[L0c0]

do you mean exchange mail? the only other way i know of is by sync'ing with outlook.

I moved to the $29 plan and I still use exchange every now and then. like when I master reset my Q and simply sync'd with my exchange server to get my contacts and calendar back. They dont seem to notice :crossesfingers: I've done it maybe 3 more times since.

*I did just get my bill and still $29.99 :clap:

[dowop]

Originally Posted by Qellis

Is there a work around to get Outlook email, even if it is a battery killer (I would only use it occasionally) with the 29.99 plan?

Outlook email is simply an application. You can continue to use it with no issues (POP3, IMAP and exchange). What you can not do is use Verizon Wireless Sync application which is intended to be a central repository for email, contacts, etc that gets pushed to your device (and also includes exhange and lotus notes services). IMHO, the UI of Verizon Wireless Sync is a hunk of junk. There is nothing preventing you from using a third party exchange service like mail2web.com and get the same results.

[L0c0]

Originally Posted by Tony Bag o Donuts

they told me that corporate mail that isn't pop3 is violating T.O.S. and you will be bumped to the higher plan.

10carlimit

[taspangler]

Originally Posted by dowop

Outlook email is simply an application. You can continue to use it with no issues (POP3, IMAP and exchange). What you can not do is use Verizon Wireless Sync application which is intended to be a central repository for email, contacts, etc that gets pushed to your device (and also includes exhange and lotus notes services). IMHO, the UI of Verizon Wireless Sync is a hunk of junk. There is nothing preventing you from using a third party exchange service like mail2web.com and get the same results.

I have my exchange server connection set up through my phone. I do not have a third party app. Does this mean I can drop to the $30 plan and continue to sync my contacts, calander, and emails? Or am I using wireless sync and just don't realize it.

Todd

[L0c0]

Originally Posted by taspangler

I have my exchange server connection set up through my phone. I do not have a third party app. Does this mean I can drop to the $30 plan and continue to sync my contacts, calander, and emails? Or am I using wireless sync and just don't realize it.

Todd

if you have your exchange server setup then you're using Exchange which is a violation of the TOS.

Wireless sync (verizon) is an application you download and install. it is also a violation of the TOS.
please read the whole thread for details.

[Tony Bag o Donuts]

Can someone just do a comparison of the verizon plan options so this thread could be closed and everyone can just reference the differences.

[cheri]

Originally Posted by Tony Bag o Donuts

Can someone just do a comparison of the verizon plan options so this thread could be closed and everyone can just reference the differences.

Good point. I have no idea what the comparisons are and holding out on switching plans for a moment. Whom ever(s) is best versed in this subject it would be really nice to have a side by side comparison.

[dowop]

Originally Posted by cheri

Good point. I have no idea what the comparisons are and holding out on switching plans for a moment. Whom ever(s) is best versed in this subject it would be really nice to have a side by side comparison.

Data is Data, read below 'not designed for...' You just don't get that crappy Verizon Wireless Sync!

The only exclusion is tethering for other then syncing of data.

There is even a statement below on MS Exchange ActiveSync that you might be charged for an incoming text message.

Sorry folks... I see no violation of TOS, but do as you wish.

Terms and Conditions
The Email and Web for Smartphone Plan/Feature is designed for personal, consumer use and is not designed for use with some Internet email service offerings or Wireless Sync or Wireless Sync Enterprise Server, GoodTM Mobile Messaging, or Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. This plan/feature cannot be used to tether your device to laptops, personal computers or other devices for any purpose other than syncing of data; any other use is not permitted under this plan/feature. Microsoft Outlook, other compatible email protocol syncing requires cable connection. Smartphone users: when you use Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync® or NotifyLinkTM, or Intellisync's Intellisync Mobile Suite, every time you receive an email or other update, you may be charged for an incoming text message. To avoid text messaging charges, you can set up timed synchronization or manually initiate synchronization. Only available in the National Enhanced Services and Extended National Enhanced Services Rate and Coverage Areas.