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Expert: - 4/1/2010


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Hi,

My husband and I both have individual plans with AT&T (iphone), with different area codes (917) and (508). We want to consolidate to a family plan, however neither want to give up our number - and they are making this virtually impossible. Any ideas?? I know you have addressed this in the past, but wasn't sure if there are any updates...

Thanks!

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So officially, there is no way to do this. The only way that AT&T allows numbers in different areas to be on a plan together is if you have a business account. With a personal account, it's not possible. If you start a business account (and qualify for one as a legitimate business), then you could do this, otherwise, it's not possible, I'm afraid. Sorry that I didn't have better news for you on this. Thanks. DebiN

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I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.

Experience

Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.

Organizations
I belong to several organizations

Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications

Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years

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