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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] danlnyc:
My brothers contract just expired and he has grandfathered unlimited data on his line.

Is it possible to transfer his line and the split my account into two separate accounts with unlimited data?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tech_head:
You can do an assumption of liability for one line and then do a number change, but that's about it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] illmatic`:
Im still grandfathered in with Verizon until July, but T-Mobile is looking really tempting. Id save around $30-$40 if i switched, but if i can still get unlimited on Verizon after my current contract, it'll be a tough choice.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] schwartz.matthew.e:
They throttle bud. Verizon doesn't throttle unless you hit an ungodly amount of data and in that case they'll send to something in the mail. I worked for big red for many years and saw a few get close to a hundred gigs with no letter.

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No. You can't change jack. AOL, as the gentleman below said, is about all you can do.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] buhohitr:
I believe it can be done, if your brother come with you to verizon store and authorize you to replace his name (take over his account).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Shaftamle:
You have been given some wrong info. Check out my thread here. Mind you, there are certain requirements for this to work. It is all detailed in the OP. Even if your the only person on the account, you can still keep UD. It will cost an extra $10 a month because you would have to activate a new basic line to perform this loophole, but in my option, well, well worth the money. And yes, this does work. I did it 2 months ago and there are a ton of people that have used this method and verified on my thread that it works. Also [MENTION=4723942]illmatic`[/MENTION]

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2367734

[Guide] How to upgrade without losing unlimited data.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Lowridn2:
I need a little advice and how to... As of right now I have an old existing month to month dumb phone plan with 2 basics that I can end any time. I know someone that has an old Friends and Family 10 S/P 500 plan that is $89.99 + tax/fees a month with unlimited Data on it. It has 500 (shared) mins....unlimited Family,Mobile, Nights/Wekends, Text, pic and video, (Unlimited data). Their contract is up in May and they just want to get out of it now with no early term. fees. They have had it for 8 yrs and always upgraded just to get new phones. My questions are: Can I simply do an A.O.L. for this account to take it over? Will the unlimited Data remain after I assume contract and after May when contract is over? Also would I be able to add a 2nd basic line (just for mins.) to this since its a shared plan without effecting the Unlimited data? Last...will I be able to use my existing #s on the account and just stop my existing month to month plan? Any insight on this would be greatly appreciated. Also How to go about doing this effectively would help a lot as well. Thanks all!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surakusa:
I use about 5GB a month and I miss the unlimited plan... I just always worry I will go over even though I never do. :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrtruckincowboy:
I have unlimited data on 2 phones and unlimited tether on mine i would never give it up.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 318sugarhill:
I have unlimited data and I'm out of contract. Im listed as month to month. I have a second line on the plan that has unlimited, but it isn't used. My wife got a work phone with unlimited (and she never uses much anyway). That phone is still under contract until mid June. I called Verizon and it can be split off from my family plan with an AOS. I want to give it too someone who would use it. I'll never give up my line's unlimited....and the day VZW takes it away is the day I leave VZW. So, if anyone thinks they want to take the Assumption of Service of that line let me know by PM. I know you must take the Phone number that comes with it.....But I believe you can request a new number once it's in your name.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Lowridn2:
I sent you a pm if you still have the data plan. Ive been looking for quite a while..the deal I was going to do fell through. Would appreciate it if I could take it over. Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 318sugarhill:
I sent you a PM and I emailed you as well. I'm not looking for money or anything. I was going to cancel the line as my wife no longer needs it (nor would she ever use more than 2gb that I can get if she needed to go back to her own line), but I'd hate to just end an unlimited plan if there is someone who could use.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] HawaiiD:
Kinda late but... T-Mobile doesn't throttle data on current unlimited dimple Choice plans
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cdogg311:
I'd take the unlimited plan over if u still want to get rid of it
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] BoulderGeek:
I have had my unlimited data account for 2.5 years. I never really used all that much data when I had my HTC Thunderbolt.

But, now that I am on the Galaxy S4, I find myself streaming a lot more, pulling video and using the phone as a mini tablet. The gorgeous full HD screeen and much more capable hardware really maximize the data plan.

I'm still tweaked that VZW doesn't drop prices at all for people who are no longer paying subsidy for a phone. But, even Verizon employees can't get the deal that i currently have. So, i might as well enjoy it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cell128:
Sold one of my unlimited lines on eBay. Didn't think I would get $420 for it lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oneandroidnut:
wow that is pretty impressive lol wait a few years and that could be higher even lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] imablackhat:
Just wanted to say hi. Saw this thread. Left Verizon 6 month ago have the nexus 5 couldn't be happier. Sold my plan for 1200$ on eBay. Two lines unlimited.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] anewday:
Who knows if Verizon will allow the unlimited to transfer over in a couple of years.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oneandroidnut:
true we can only hope
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] afextwin:
How does this work. How do you get your social off the account?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] imablackhat:
Verizon AOL dpt
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
I have been grandfathered in as well, and because they have the worst data plans I purposely use as much data as I can just to give them the middle finger. I normally use between 20 gb - 200 gb per month. The most I have ever used is 369 gb in one month.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] radpp16:
Tell how I can do the same.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
If you did not already have the $30/month unlimited data plan before they started their overpriced data plans, then you will have to buy a plan from someone that has already been grandfathered in.

EBay is your safest bet, but they are not exactly cheap.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] radpp16:
I meant how do I download 369GB in 1 month. Lol. I have unlimited data also.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
Oh! Lol

I am rooted, so when I use my laptop I am tethered.

The month I used 369 gb I was streaming a lot of Netflix and running a lot of torrents.

There were quite a few games and movies I was looking for that month, and my 4g is very reliable.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] k1mu:
In case anyone was ever wondering why Verizon no longer has unlimited data plans, see the above. :D
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
That's EXACTLY why they say they don't offer it anymore...cuz people like this guy...wtf.

Yeah, you're certainly showing Verizon alright...teaching them a lesson.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
Thank you *take a bow*.

I do try my best ;):D
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
By the way, I didn't start giving them the middle finger until they started the outrageous data plans.

Also, you can un-bunch your panties because I know several people on AT&T, Sprint, and T-mobile who use the same amount of data per month (p.s. They all offer unlimited data).

Verizon does not do unlimited data because they have the best 4g coverage in the most areas right now, so they are lining their pockets.

Welcome to logical thinking :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
This will help you understand what I meant by "you're teaching them a lesson";)

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Try reading! It'll help you to understand that its not all about you! ;) :eek: Also, I have known people who have had their Verizon contracts CANCELLED for unreasonably high data use;) That would be perfect justice for your cocky, self-obsorbed delusional ass.

Haha!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dafrag:
Honestly, the back and forth was funny for a minute, and you honestly have some control issues my friend, but this forum is about sharing, not pissing and moaning because I'm doing something you didn't think of in the first place.

I understand sarcasm, and I am ignoring your jealousy to explain the dynamics of the Verizon corporation, and why they actually do not offer unlimited data (p.s. They started that right before they were the first to roll out 4g LTE in order to make millions more off of smart phone customers).

Now I'm dropping it at that and going back to following the rules of the forum.

If any of the administrators are reading any of this, then I apologize if there was any childish behavior on my part.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
So anyways, back to WHY I decided to post on here...you are NOT helping. Verizon got rid of the unlimited data because of people reaching 100+ GB per month...I'll tell you why. Its much simpler than your reasoning. Its because they offer internet plans!! FiOS/DSL. And obviously if you are using 100+ per month, its because of tethering. And no, not jealous... Just irritated because now someone like me can't go over by 4 innocent gigabytes without feeling the "middle finger" of guys like you, hit my wallet.

Now all you're doing is giving Verizon more ambition to get rid of the grandfathered privileges...which is already being talked about if you read about it...Google it!;)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] taz1458:
Not jumping in, but the say Verizon dumps the grandfathered in, is the day I'm done with them. I'm only averaging probably around 7-8 gigs, but they can suck it they do that
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
Well, right. So using 7-8GB sound like you definitely don't abuse it. I just feel bad for guys like you who actually deserve to keep the plan. Unlike what's his name up there. But, remember this...you'll have guys like him to thank once they do away with it permanently. But don't try having a conversation with him, haha, not worth it. He thinks he has Verizon all figured out or something. Anyways, I think as long as there are those who may consider that their actions cause consequences, perhaps you have a shot at maybe getting them to think twice before they try "sticking it to them." They just ruin it for all those who aren't too cheap to pay for home internet service.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] k1mu:
Impressive. I salute your resourcefullness. :laugh:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] taz1458:
I think the most I ever used was around 15 or so. And that was a couple years ago when I was tethering at camp, to watch UFC. Other then that and tethering once in a while at work to watch something at lunch, I never go over 8 or so gigs
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 52brandon:
you really think that's why they dropped unlimited data? Because too many people were using too much of it? I've seen a handful of your posts and I respect your intelligence and what you've contributed on this forum, so don't take it personal that I disagree, I'd prefer to keep it a discussion over letting it turn into an argument like your disagreement with Defrag. Whether you're tethering to a computer, or streaming youtube to your phone all day, you're gonna use a ton of data either way. They STILL have wifi tether apps on the market you can run on just a stock phone. They now offer double the LTE speeds with their XLTE (which in reality is just a marketing gimmick. since just regular LTE is, by definition, supposed to go over 100MB/s), but T-Mobile's LTE here in Phoenix smokes it. On a Verizon GS4 too!!! Right after I finished rooting, installing hyperdrive 17.1 and entering the APN info, we ran a side-by-side speed test to make sure he really was getting LTE and he was Consistently in the 42-45MB/s range and I'm st 15-16MB/s. Also, VZW was so concerned about tethering using so much LTE data, why would they still allow WiFi tether apps on the market that don't even require root like FoxFi? Why have they always offered USB tethering (what I use to save battery, it's also faster and more secure. Plus it's a perfectly acceptable stock feature) and bluetooth tethering without any problem? Those were/are free and perfectly acceptable to VZW at the end, and still are today. Why would they be focused on increasing the LTE load by putting so much $ into VoLTE (voice-over-LTE) while at the same time doing absolutely nothing proactive toward VoIP (voice-over-internet-provider, using WiFi/local internet connection) to take some of the load away from the LTE? Why would they charge for roaming in countries where the customer is "roaming" on Verizon's towers? The answer to any and all of the 3 is simple... MONEY. They're a business. They're in it to make a profit. Every single person there is hired specifically to maximize profits. If there's any way they can increase profits, by charging consumers more, they'll do it. Simple economics. It's not about consumers playing unfair. It's about a corporation doing what corporations do...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
Oh, absolutely! Fox-fi is on the Play Store...not the verizon app store. My point was that once verizon realized people were bypassing their Mobile Hotspot ($30 month and is equal to a DSL plan cost) they didn't want to take the hit with losing potential Verizon DSL paying customers...(yes, its money). So what they did was they eliminated future unlimited data so that those who wanted to ridiculously abuse the bandwidth would have to pay for it eventually. While offering the $30/month =4-5gb of data...enough for the average users who don't abuse the bandwidth, it still hurt those who might randomly use up to 6-10gb per month...guys like me. But when you have someone using over 100gb of data, obviously its because they have multiple devices (their phone, Xbox, and PC) connected on a regular basis...I believe if Verizon had control over always being able to charge for hotspot use, we'd be in a different boat. And don't forget, Verizon has always said they'd NEVER throttle speeds on us...and I don't think they do. So when you have 5% of users not paying for Verizon's mobile hotspot, yet still using apps like FoxFi to clearly use their phones as their home ISP, that's 5% less DSL/Fios customers they have. So, I agree that I was kinda quick to snap at him, its just that I have a friend who has worked for Verizon for 20+ years as a supervisor and he's explained the details as to WHY Verizon initially made the decision they made on the data plans, and it really irritates me when I see "those people" that I have heard him talk about when he explained it all to me...cuz obviously that's what he's doing. It was inevitable though...as long as there are ways to cheat, people will. And yes, meanwhile Verizon is continuing to do what they've always done, which is use us to make their money. Its just too bad that we lost the perks we had just a little while back...and why. I appreciated your post by the way! Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ryant35:
I like my Verizon unlimited data plan, I bought my S4 on Craigslist to avoid upgrading and loosing it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] s0m3f00l:
Full Price phone / over 2 year (650/24) = 27 a month + Grandfathered Unlimited Plan 77 a month. 104 a month.

Subsidized Price phone / over 2 year required contract dollar (199/24) = 8 a month + 3GB DATA Plan 100 a month. 108 a month.

You would be dumb to lose it.... Math its

FANTASTICS!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tech_head:
That's why I buy phones on Swappa.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] s0m3f00l:
Whats this?

SWAPPA? WAIT a minute.... YOU DISCOUNTED FURTHER!

Swappa Price phone / over 2 year (300/24) = 12.5 a month + Grandfathered Unlimited Plan 77 a month.89.5 a month.

Subsidized Price phone / over 2 year required contract dollar (199/24) = 8 a month + 3GB DATA Plan 100 a month. 108 a month.

WHATS THAT YOU SAY? EVERYTIME YOU UPGRADE A SUBSIDIZED PHONE YOUR MONTHLY BILL GETS MORE EXPENSIVE???????? Its almost as if verizon knows this and hopes you take a discounted phone in order to have a more expensive plan... Hurr durrr adduhhh

Wow who would give that ISH up until they forced you? Only someone so rich that money has no meaning at all. So many people talk about leaving its so odd....

Edit: lets math further,

108 - 89.5= $18.5 a month savings or loss your choice I guess

18.5 X 24 = $444 over 2 years of contract time. WHAT WAht in the butt?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tech_head:
I recently got my wife a new, in the box, LG G2 for $300. My bill is even cheaper because I have a old, old Verizon promotion on all my lines. I have 4 lines, all with unlimited data.

Sent from my SCH-I545, KNOX Crippled Version.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 52brandon:
I don't know if maybe they've said something like that about LTE, but they DID throttle 3G a few years back. Also, they wouldn't come right out and say "we're discontinuing unlimited data so we can charge our customers more", whether it be to the public, or to employees. Did Verizon actually provide DSL? in my area, "their" DSL was just a local provider they partnered with. Maybe I'm just pessimistic. But I don't see them making the choice for any other reason besides to increase revenue

QUOTE=ryant35;54074819]I like my Verizon unlimited data plan, I bought my S4 on Craigslist to avoid upgrading and loosing it.

I got super lucky and got mine from a friend for $50 with a mophie case.

I wish I got those kinda speeds. I'm usually around 12-15Mbps but I ran it just now and got 3.79/1.36 :( guess a lot of people are on the network right now
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
I got super lucky and got mine from a friend for $50 with a mophie case.

I wish I got those kinda speeds. I'm usually around 12-15Mbps but I ran it just now and got 3.79/1.36 :( guess a lot of people are on the network right now[/QUOTE]

It was obviously about money. Thats my whole point. Im just giving more details.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 52brandon:
I guess we agree on the overall motive. Just not on the facts that lead to it. You think it's out of fear of losing home internet customers. Whereas I think it's because they just saw it as a way to make more money. Similar to how they got rid of unlimited minutes (until recently). And with T-Mobile's unlimited internet plans gaining so much popularity, it wouldn't surprise me to see Verizon offer it again in some way or form
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Batttie:
There was alot of of reasons for the discontinued of the UDP. I remember reading an article from the CEO of AT&T talking about how UDP was a mistake to offer and it was affecting there bottom line... UDP was created pre-highspeed...

Also would like to point out I did an alternative upgrade at BB and kept my UDP.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tech_head:
I remember when you could buy a smart phone with no data plan or a small data plan.

Then Verizon started requiring an unlimited data plan.

Now they want you to stop using data or pay more for it.

Unlimited Fo' Life! (Or until they kick me off.....................)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] syintiphic:
And here it is VZW to throttle users on unlimited 4G LTE plans.

http://goo.gl/zw5QAI
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cell128:
It says if you renew your contract you won't be throttled. Im out of contract on my unlimited line. I'm gonna look into this loophole to transfer the upgrade on it and keep unlimited just to avoid the throttle and get a new phone that I don't even need
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] syintiphic:
Yes true. I think you are on to something.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] madsquabbles:
from what i've read it's not technically a throttle, like lowering you throughput. they'll just lower the priority of your packets, kinda like extending your ping times.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] KidJoe:
Not sure I follow your thinking..

If you have an unlimited data plan and buy a phone at discounted price, they will force you off Unlimited data.

If you transfer your upgrade to another line, and buy the upgrade on the other line, the other line will be in contract, put that new phone to your line and you'll still be out of contract.

so there is no way I'm aware of to "renew" your contract and keep unlimited data.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] taz1458:
Actually, I just did the alternate upgrade, and the renew contract followed this phone to my line even though I upgraded it on another.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] KidJoe:
Well that is a new twist... as the last time I did it (for my wife's iPhone 5), the contract stayed with the line we purchased the upgrade against.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cell128:
Now we just need the next google phone before the deadline hopefully the new moto x drops before October
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] radpp16:
Let's see who can download the most GB this month. Screenshot or it don't count
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ryant35:
My best was 100gb. I'm at 8 right now, but my 4G signal at home and at work isn't great so I use wifi a lot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bleeeeeeek:
Jeez.. My best was around 65 or so.. Think I'm around 20 now..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ryant35:
There is my proof of 104gb in one month. It went down to midnight of the last day in the billing cycle.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] KidJoe:
geezz... And I thought I did a lot back in the winter when the ice storm knocked out our power and cable, and we were streaming the local news at dinner time... I did about 18gig TOTAL in that MONTH.

Typical is about 7gig per month.

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Btw, I'm just curious... did you confirm this by looking at MyVerizon and viewing the contract end date?

Because this is the first time I've ever heard the contract renewal every following the DEVICE itself.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] taz1458:
Give me a bit and I'll double check.

EDIT: I just checked. I upgraded 12/31/13, and it says my upgrade eligibility is 12/31/15.

Sent from my Verizon S4 using the XDA App
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] KidJoe:
what does it say for CONTRACT End Date for each line? (I don't think that is visible from the mobile app).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] taz1458:
Contract end date says the same thing.

Sent from my Verizon S4 using the XDA App
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Silassi1:
T-mobile??
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] radpp16:
Hey guys and gals. Show your support and send this guy a quick note. Please do not allow VZW to "throttle" unlimited 4G LTE plan owners. He is on our side. Don't enter a BS email address.

http://www.fcc.gov/leadership/tom-wheeler-mail

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Fight!

http://mashable.com/2014/07/30/fcc-...ly-need-to-throttle-unlimited-data-customers/
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] syintiphic:
Oh my. That's some serious usage.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ebsk8er06:
Haha yea , its because the internet providers in my area has slow speeds so I just tether everything through Wi-Fi hotspot lol since there is a 4g tower right by my house thank you Verizon lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] orateam:
Hope i don't live near you. That tower most certainly would be throttled.