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We have At&t and we have the 3G network. My husband has the Iphone and all i have some samsung thing. I want a LG Chocolate 2G... i do not have the internet on my phone n i dont want it. All i want is to text and talk. Will it still work?
When you are an AT&T subscriber, you don't necessary use the 3G network. It's based on where you live, what type of device you have, etc. It's not really about 2G and 3G, it's just about service. There's not a phone called the LG Chocolate 2G, but there is a Chocolate that works on the GSM network and one that works on the CDMA network. The Chocolate that works on the GSM network is only tri-band and you will not be able to use this properly with AT&T. I strongly recommend that you do not buy this phone. If you want a new phone, please only buy one that is for the AT&T network. Even if you don't buy it from AT&T (though if you are eligible for an upgrade, there's no reason not to buy from them since you will get the device cheaper and it will be under warranty for 12 months), but if you aren't eligible and just want a new phone, please only buy a phone that AT&T sells or sold. Don't but an unlocked phone off of the internet. That will be a big mistake, I can assure you. Even if you don't want to use the internet, still don't do it. You won't even be able to send and receive picture messages. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
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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