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bostonnerd · **iPhone 3G with BB data plan -** 10-23-2008, 06:58 AM

While I went back to my BB 8820 as my primary deice, I would still like to use the iPhone on occasion. I know some of you have both devices, so my question is can I use the iPhone with my BB data plan. I know that Visual Voicemail isn't available, but have any of you received threats from AT&T that you were doing this? I don't want to get hit with an unexpected bill.
-Thanks-

test54 · 10-23-2008, 07:58 AM

there are threads on this, give search a try for more info.
I think the answer is - you can have a BB data plan and use the iphone, you cannot go the other way and have iphone data and use the BB.

bostonnerd · 10-23-2008, 08:13 AM

Thanks, but I know it will work just fine. My question is, has there been any repercussions from AT&T in doing it? Carriers have the capability to run IMEI sweeps on the network to verify device type and then correlate with appropriate data plan.

ezrunner · 10-23-2008, 10:19 AM

that is a risk you run when you do what you are planning. Haven't seen anyone one charged for doing it but it is possible

Christie83 · 10-24-2008, 11:05 AM

When using the iPhone you have to have the iPhone-specific data plan of $30.00. If you are on the wrong plan, you are apt to be charged an ugly amount for data usage, and AT&T will change the plan on your account themselves if they find the "mistake."

Christie83 · 10-24-2008, 11:05 AM

And I do know they look for it....

bostonnerd · 10-24-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Christie83

And I do know they look for it....

Sigh....I figured as much. Looks like a second line on a family plan is in my future