[smoyer]

We bought our family plan from Verizon when we heard rumors that the unlimited data tier was going away and it's worked well for us (there are currently 4 users in our household). We'd be paying quite a bit more with the new plan simply to support our data usage.

[evilduck]

To offer a contrasting view, my wife and I switched to Verizon when the 4S debuted last fall so we didn't have a grandfathered plan.

For us, we can get the shared 4GB data plan for the same cost ($150) as we pay now for 2GB/each, except we gain unlimited voice and messages, and we gain mobile hotspots on both devices. Further, since I sit around wifi all day and my wife does not, she can now use "my" 3G data that I never really used before, effectively upgrading her data allowance.

Personally, I think it's a win. Maybe not for everyone in all situations, but we'll be converting our plan on the 28th for sure.

[smoyer]

I don't think it's a contrasting view at all ... perhaps we'll see those with the grand-fathered unlimited data plans stay with their current plans and those with metered plans will upgrade.

Either way I think this is a good move by Verizon. I like the idea that my ancient (Bell mind-set) wireless company is trying to compete with the more innovative new-comers.