Verizon Wireless Prepaid
This can be a huge shift with the wireless industry noted for protecting their networks along with the apps and devices realistically work on them. Just a couple of weeks ago sources reported Verizon's opposition to Google's push for open access within the nascent 700 MHz spectrum re-allocation. Verizon even sued (and withdrew) the FCC who's going to be imposing so-called open-access rules for parts of the spectrum.
Fair enough. Individuals who have ever handled the FCC can agree they could be a bit overreaching sometimes. Consumers do not want any branch of the government to dictate choice.
However, unfortunately we cannot want Network Operators to regulate our choices either. Until this announcement Verizon's business strategy plan ended up being accomplish that: control devices and apps on its network
So what on earth recent discovery appeared that suddenly enables Verizon to open its network to everyone? None...no new technical discovery, they might have given open access in years past. Recent developments, however, have helped top brass to "discover" their vulnerability in sticking to an antiquated operating model.
Here's what I'm sure.
The bold move would have been a necessary preemptive strike. Verizon just isn't terrified of opening its network; the ability to technically protect and ensure the service expertise of the network exists. They don't really value the devices; any carrier would gladly give up the necessity to manage a large supply chain for little to no financial well being gain.
Verizon's concern is the thing that a competing open network would do today to its business. Google, who offers to bid from the upcoming 700 MHz auction, could pose a threat should they somehow, got their mitts nationwide licenses. Add to that the announcement on the Open Handset Alliance (including Verizon competitors T-Mobile and Sprint/Nextel) Android developer platform 2-3 weeks ago. Blend in the point that Google and the 32 companies within the OHA have billions in cash and you have some very nervous Cellular Network Operators.
It could possibly are termed a brilliant move when it was over 6 months ago. Now, however, it just appears to be a forced strategic decision. Anyways, long lasting this may be best for consumers and ultimately best for Verizon Wireless Prepaid.