Following up on a previous report, Republic Wireless has launched in a limited beta period with the first phone available being the LG Optimus with both the hardware and software necessary to support its heavily touted Hybrid Calling service which currently starts at $19 a month for unlimited calls and messaging over Wi-Fi while featuring access to Sprint’s network as a backup in case of no Wi-Fi service.
Currently, Republic Wireless is also taking suggestions on more phones to carry besides the Optimus with the goal to roll out with a full lineup of compatible Android smartphones. The service does note that excessive usage of the cellular network will result in possible termination of service and assistance to find other conventional cellular service, as the goal for the operator is to provide a viable model for mobile UMA service, much like T-Mobile’s previous attempt with the @Home Wi-Fi calling service.
I really am ready to change my phone I tried last night to get on board but it said not till Nov or Dec delivery, Now it seems that it is later in the year please let me know how soon I can get on board for this deal
Pam
Republic Wireless offered little more than poor planning, poor management, and all you can eat frustration, on opening day. Credit card information was seemingly shared with a sister but unaffiliated company named Phone Booth Mobile. and invoices issued through Phone Booth Mobile were not honored leaving many angry potential customers. Republic Wireless’ website was subjected to so much traffic in the first 2 days of service that it was mostly inaccessible, those who were finally able to get into the website were subjected to anxiety over purchases assumed to be made only to be told that Republic Wireless was experiencing bugs. Startups can have teething problems, but the magnitude of the problems experienced by the hopeful who appeared for Republic Wireless bodes ill for this companys future.