Update regarding new Rogers/Fido data rates

Announced Wednesday, July 9, 2008, potential iPhone customers can opt for a $30 data plan with a limit of 6 GB, from both Rogers and Fido. The offer is valid only until August 31. Contract length remains 3 years. Voice plans can be selected from existing Rogers and Fido offerings, as well as iPhone-specific plans already announced.

Commentary: $30 is a reasonable price point, and 6 GB is a very generous data limit. Average users are not likely to exceed this cap; over-limit fees still apply for those who do. The value of voice plans and contract length remain poor by international standards, but consumers may find a voice plan at a price point they find acceptable.

For your consideration: John Boynton, the senior vice-president and chief marketing officer of Rogers Wireless, had this to say regarding Rogers strategy:

"... existing price plans for the iPhone will go back into effect Sept. 1. 'What we're trying to do is satisfy a very small group of people, the early adopters,' he said. 'When those customers are done, we're back to our basic user.'"

Source: The Toronto Star - Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Interpret that comment as you will.

Since "basic users" will again be subject to the plans described on this site come September 1, this website will remain intact to serve their interests.

Canadians deserve service plans competitive with those available to consumers in the US, UK, and Mexico on a permanent basis.

If you agree, please do not purchase the iPhone from Rogers.

Rogers told us something big was coming on July 11.

Something bigger is coming every month for the next three years.

Get the facts on the Rogers iPhone.

Know the true cost before you buy.

Rogers is the only cell carrier in the world that requires a 3-year contract for the iPhone.

They do not offer an unlimited data option, opening the door to large over-limit fees.

Rogers levies an extra charge for Call Display.

For more facts about Rogers voice and data plans, please review these links:

Cost comparison: high-end plans

Cost comparison: low-end plans

Debunking the page-view myth

A look at over-limit fees

Do you think the Rogers plans provide poor value for money?

Do you think Rogers can do better?

Send Rogers a message.

Do not buy the iPhone.

On July 11, let's be able to hear a pin drop in Rogers & Fido stores.

As long as we've got your attention...

Did you know that Canadians pay an average of 33% more for cell phone service than Americans?

Please consider supporting Bill C-555, the Telecommunications Clarity and Fairness Act.¹

¹ This website has no affiliation with David McGuinty or his office. I just think Bill C-555 is a good proposal.

Feedback? Inaccuracies? Questions? Please contact me.

Many thanks to Iaroslav Timofeev for the French translation of this site.