Verizon wireless international phone is a ripoff!

Don't EVER order an international phone from Verizon wireless! The setup is claimed to be easy but took 2 tech support phonecalls of over an hour requiring a reboot of the phone. The roaming costs were TERRIBLY misrepresented, so don't even consider doing this. I received a $178 roaming charge and my phone never worked in France!

The general rule is to avoid getting international stuff from Verizon unless either someone else is paying or you really need to keep your US number (and there are other ways of doing that, but not always cheap either).
If you just need to make/receive calls, you can buy unlocked basic GSM phones fairly cheaply in the US or when you arrive and get a cheap GSM SIM. If you have a recent 4G phone, they are or will soon be global capable, and you just need to get a local SIM at your destination. And of course there are some 3G phones that are global (Droid 2 Global, Droid 3, Droid Pro and iphone 4s among others).
Using local SIMs really saves: UK example: Calls to US 10c per minute, Verizon rate 99c with monthly charge, $1.29 per min without. Data: 25MB for 15 cents, Verizon rate, 100MB for $25 (compared to 60c).

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I hooked up a Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect device and plugged my Panasonic KX-TG5665 5.8 GHz Digital Gigarance phone base into the home phone connect device in the center of my home. We have several Panasonic extension phones in different rooms in the house. This changed the quality of my phone service to terrible , to the point where we don't even want to answer the phone. Incoming callers are complaining that we are "garbled" and difficult to hear and understand. It also sounds like the callers are garbled as well. We can no longer use the "speaker" on the phones because the voices are so garbled. I plugged in a wired phone to the Verizon device (which meant answering the phone at the Verizon device, which is not convenient) and the incoming callers say that our voices are "less garbled". I need to know how to fix this problem. I hesitate to go out and buy new phones until I know if this is a Verizon device problem. What phone systems work well with this device? We have a large 2-story home and live in an area with a lot of oak trees, and need to have reliable phone service (not just in one room with a corded phone).

I had to check and see if this was a recording of one of many calls I made to Verizon about my problems. I have had it almost 2 yrs now and HATE IT!! No one can fix it talking on it is as tyvm518 and pete92833 have said, it is so "garbled" The worse thing is that when places put you on hold and play music ! OMG I feel like I will bawl it is so horrible! No one understands that at all! I have changed phones, bought phones and even borrowed phones from family to check it out. Little or no change at all. The last tech that I spoke with even went so far as to say that "I should never been connected with this set up because when she checked it out I had little to no signals in my area. But nothing was done about it. I was told a couple of times that they would send someone out to check it for me. I have MS, am disabled and elderly. My husband is ill and 74. I rely on my phone and my PC a lot. I wanted to get out of my contract after she told me that it was basically they who were in the wrong to set me up. After all I only had a few mo to go. But she said that I would have to pay a "FINE TO CANCEL EARLY"!! I did tell her that I hate it and and will not be resigning another contract! Maybe that is why they do not call back? I NEVER lose my temper, use bad language or nor disrespectful. I use my daughters AT&T cell phone most of the time now.

Echo on Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect-Why? How to Correct?

Several months ago we switched from Verizon land line service to "Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect". (4G Cellular). Up until a month or so ago all was good. Now we have a very strong ECHO on our end only (the person on the other end does not hear it) during many calls. Sometimes it's there and sometimes it's not. But we've not seen any pattern (time of day, etc.) Also, it always lasts for the entire call; does not come and go during a call.
This echo is so annoying that we hate to make or answer a phone call.
What is the cause of the echo? How can it be corrected?
Perhaps coincidentally, the signal strength has dropped from a consistent 3-4 bars to a consistent 1-2 bars. Can't help but wonder if there is a correlation.
If we cannot get this corrected we will go back to a land line; and NOT likely Verizon.
Can anyone help?
Thanks,

YosefT_VZW, Thanks for your reply. To answer your questions:
1.     Yes, the antennae if fully extended (and has not changed since installation).
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Is there a Verizon wireless cell phone bundle?

Hello everyone,
Does verizon wirelss have a bundle with Fios TV, Fios Internet and Verizon wireless cell phone? I don't need a home phone as i just have a cell phone with AT&T. But if Verizon had a bundle like i said above, i would switch on over to Verizon Wireless.
Thanks!

having verizon cell AND verizon land line is the only way to get benefits with a verizon cell....
if u put it on one bill, u can make free calls between your landline and cellphone
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Verizon wireless before phone calls

Is there a way too turn off the feature that gives a voice alert saying "Verizon Wireless" before placing or receiving a phone call?

Try Settings > Sound and uncheck Roaming Tone

Calling Verizon-to-Verizon wireless internationally

I understand how to make callsto the US or to local numbers while abroad using my global phone, but if I'm calling another Verizon cellphone in the same city (my traveling partner) what do I key in before dialing their (US) cellphone number? For example, if we're in London and become separated, how do we call each other?
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First, make sure you call have have international services turned on the devices BEFORE leaving. I see you have an Escapade with has a GSM option which will be required in London. Does the other phone have a GSM option also???
Now use this link for fialing instructions for countries you may visit.

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New York Customers - Do not go to the Verizon Wireless on 57th and 6th Avenue in Manhattan!!

Hi, everyone. I am a Verizon Wireless subscriber for years now and am extremely knowledgeable in terms of Wireless Technology, CDMA/GSM networks, ESN numbers, etc. Basically, everything that a Verizon Wireless employee should know. In any case, I did not know where to complain about a specific VZW store, so I decided to do it here and hopefully help some people avoid problems at this store if they are in the area. I have been to the 57th Street and 6th Avenue store on several occassions, whether it was for an upgrade, inquiries, swapping phones with a friend, tech support, or just browsing. Whenever I enter the store, there is usually an employee there to "greet" you; although their greet is nothing more than "Can I help you?" with a less than enthusiastic tone. I will give below just a few examples of why I hate this store:
1) I went there a few weeks ago because I had a upgrade on 1 of my 5 Family Plan lines. So, I walked in and was taken over to a computer by the Manager. He asked me what kind of phone was I looking for. I told him that I wanted the iPhone 4. He told me, "Well you know that the iPhone 4s is coming out soon, right?" I said, yes I knew that but for now i wanted the iPhone 4. I asked him about the return policy on the phone (which I already knew thoroughly), but just to make sure, and he explained that a customer has 14 days to either return or exchange the phone without penalty, aside from paying the $30-something restocking fee. So I said, ok, great I will take the iPhone 4, and if for some reason I choose to exchange it for the iPhone 4s within those 14 days I will do it. Then he tells me, "well, no, in fact, we don't want you to do that. That's why I am asking you now. If you return it or exchange it, that's money that comes out of my paycheck." I couldn't believe he said that. For one, I don't understand how exchanging comes out of his paycheck, perhaps returning it, but either way, that's not my issue. Verizon Wireless has created a return policy for a reason and I should be able to do whatever I want without comment from a snotty employee regardless, as long as I am within the polcy's limit. To sum that up, I basically made it seem that I wasn't going to change it and that I just wanted the iPhone 4.
2) In regards to the above story, I eventually ended up returning the device, all while avoiding this nasty manager I dealt with, and picked up a iPhone 4S at another Verizon Wireless Store. This brings me to my next ridiculous story. So, one of my other lines had an iPhone 4, which I then upgraded to an iPhone 4s. Now, I had an extra iPhone 4 so I decided to sell it online. I finally found someone who was interested in purchasing from me, and asked to meet me at my nearest VZW store, which happens to be the one down the block that I spoke of above. He wanted to meet there in order to ensure that the ESN was clean. So, we meet there, walk in, and we are "greeted" and asked what we wanted. He says he would like to check the ESn of the iPhone to make sure that it is clean (not on the lost/stolen list) and can be activated withour a problem. She looks at him as if he had 6 heads and asked again what exactly he wanted. He repeated "I would like to check if the ESN on this phone is clean so it can be activated." She continues to stare at him as if he's crazy then says "Oh, I see, you mean like if its stolen or something?" He said yes and she replied fairly nastily "Oh, well, we don't have that information here, (which is a lie) you gotta call Customer Care on one of these phones." So he says "Uh, ok, thanks." She goes to get the number to VZW Customer Service which, I already know by heart, although I told the guy, just call 611 from one of the handsets. In any case, it ended up being clean (obviously) after speaking with a rep on the phone, and we went on our way.
These might seem like trivial issues, but remember that these are only 2 specific examples. Almost every person in that store has an attitude. Also, the story is fairly busy, so you will more often than not, be spending a fair amount of time there, waiting and waiting, even though there will be 20 employees on the floor, but only 5 working. I have been a VZ Wireless subscrtiber for a long time and have never had a complaint about service or even the telephone Customer Support Center. But when I walk into a store, I feel as if they should be working for "me" and other customers and should at least have basic knowledge of Verizon Wireless policies, phones, plans, etc. And I know, you all may think, well just go to another store, but for me it is conveniently located and I shouldn't "have to" go out of my way just to get basic things done. There have been times when I've walked in there, that I really don't want to deal with VZW anymore and just take my business elsewhere.

bnjr86 wrote: There have been times when I've walked in there, that I really don't want to deal with VZW anymore and just take my business elsewhere.
I wonder if another provider would really be much different? Read some of the other carrier forums - seems to be the same story everywhere.
I'm not disagreeing with you - I've found that I am usually more informed about Verizon policies and procedures than some of the reps in our local store.

Using foreign CDMA phones on Verizon Wireless

Hi, I went to South Korea for an internship and was given a LG U+ Samsung Galaxy S2 from a relative. It is CDMA, and after looking at the specifications it seems like it should work on Verizon Wireless network. However I was told that non VZW branded phones will not work unless the ESN number is manually added so I'm looking for some clarification. I'm not sure if I posted this in the right section, but hopefully I can get my question answered. It would also be helpful if a VZW rep could chime in!

Hi lagmachine and congrats on the internship! In reagards to using your device in South Korea, we would need to check the ESN to make sure the phone is compatible with our network. Additionally, you would need to activate service. Since we're not the carrier in South Korea, you would pay international roaming charges.
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Home Phone Service via Verizon Wireless needs some SERIOUS rethinking!

Has anyone else signed up for home phone service over Verizon Wireless?
Here in LA, they offered a $19.99/month deal using the wireless service - a box provides the service, and you plug your home phone in. The service is adequate, but somebody forgot to think about how home phones work. I tried to get my billing set up through my bank, and after getting no notice for three weeks, I got a message in my email box that my bill was delinquent, and I owed a late fee. I had tried to set up the billing via My Verizon, but could never get a password to work. I finally got a phone number to call, and they sent me a new password via text message - to a home phone with no text capabilities. After hearing and seeing nothing for another two weeks, I called again, and they told me they'd sent the message. I had to remind them that this was a home phone - no texts. So they offered to send me a letter with a new password, within 7-10 ten days. It arrived two weeks later, and didn't work. Each of these phone calls took about an hour, and I still didn't have a connection.
I put the bills (now up to two delinquent cycles) on my credit card, just to bring thins current, and got one more password. This time I called BEFORE trying it, and with the assistance of a more determined tech, got an ID and password combination to work. I can now see my bill. I still don't know if the autopay will work, and I have no idea if there's any way to get a notice that the bill wasn't paid.
I cancelled my AT&T service because of its cost, but at least its billing worked. Verizon has some serious rethinking to do about how it's billing system works for home users. And they didn't lock me into billing hell for two years.
The topper is, today, I got a notice from Verizon that I've been delinquent in returning a refurbished instrument I never received, billed to a phone number I don't have. And of course there's no phone number to call to straighten it out.

Hello KeyGroupGJ!
Wow, Im sorry for all the issues you have had with the Home Phone Connect service! I'd really like to assist you. You mentioned that there is no number to call to get this straightened out. No worries, there is no need to call us, since I can reach out to you. Please send me a direct message with your name, your mobile number, and a good contact number for you. I'll be happy to assist you!
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How about using a complete sentence including a noun AND a verb?
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Business received Past Due notice phone call, we dont have Verizon Wireless

Hi,
I am an IT administrator for a small company.
Our office received an automated phone call from Verizon Wireless about a past due balance of a couple hundred dollars.
I found it odd since no one in the company (we're a small business of 7 people) has verizon wireless and if they did I would have been the one to set up accounts. We have had the same address and phone number for a couple years now so it couldnt have been a mistake. I waited to speak with a representative.,
I gave them my name, company I represented, and explained the situation from them. I told them I received a call about a past due notice. They asked for our contact number, I gave them company's phone number. They found the account through that number and the company name was listed on the account however at this point was where the conversation died. The representative immediately would not answer any further questions because I was apparently not the account holder. They told me if I wanted to do anything I would have to get the account holder on the phone.
Now I understand why they couldn't help me due to privacy concerns.
However I am wondering what a small business can do because I am worried about someone fraudulently opening an account under the company's name and running a past due notice.

Have them mail the past due notice to your business address.
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Upgrading a phone with Best Buy vs. Verizon Wireless directly

Thanks for reading. I'm eligible for my upgrade with Verizon on 12/19. I've noticed that Best Buy has the Samsumg Galaxy S III I want to purchase for $50 less than Verizon Wireless online and in the VZW stores.
I questioned Verizon reps directly about the pricing and they stated that if I purchased my phone from BB instead of with them the following would/could happen:
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2) I would not be able to purchase Verizon's protection plan, only Best Buy's
3) If something went wrong with the phone I couldn't contact Verizon, only Best Buy with replacements, issues etc.
4) Best Buy (or any other vendor) would/could ask me to sign their own agreement which could hinder me from changing my plan, adding features and other limitations I would not have otherwise.
5) Best Buy will push my upgrade date back four months, that’s why the price of the phone may be lower.
Can someone debunk or shed some light on this? If the above are true I'll probably spend the extra $50 to go directly to VZW. I have the chat log if anyone would like me to share.
Also, by the way Best Buy, I've been to the cell phone area of the Mall Woods Best Buy in Dayton, Ohio three times in the last week to play with phones and not once did anyone ask me if I had questions or needed help. For some reason, this is an issue with this store. TV's, Video Games, Car Audio always have more than enough associates and everyone is very helpful, but there are only two associates in cell phones and the lines to even talk to someone are always absurd.
Thanks!

1. Not true, your discount still applies.
2. Not true. You can still use Verizon's insurance, though Best Buy's Geek Squad Protection has a $0 deductible
3. Not true, you are still a Verizon customer and have the manufacturer's warranty.
4. Not true, Best Buy Mobile has no secondary agreements you need to sign.
5. Not true, your contract extension is the same as it is through Verizon.
Did you visit a Verizon retail store? Please remember that many of these stores are owned by third-parties and the reps are on commission, and they have a personal interest in you buying from them. In this case it appears you were completely lied to.
Dan K. | Mobile Specialty Stores
Any opinions expressed in this post are those of
the author and do not represent Best Buy Co., Inc.

My phone keeps yelling "Verizon Wireless"

Community,
My phone keeps yelling "Verizon Wireless" I have the media volume turned all the way down and it turns itself up and does this two or three times in a row. I cannot figure it out and it is embarrassing at work. Can you help?

I had to comment...
As many times as I've seen this topic addressed, I've never seen it described as "yelling".
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