Comments on: Mobile data: We’re using more but it costs less

By: Don Kellogg

Don Kellogg — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:33:40 +0000

Stacey-

While we don’t disagree that carriers are taking action to curb growth in data, I disagree with your assertion that the problem has been solved, or that the economics have changed drastically.

Tiered pricing alone can’t and won’t solve the problem. Many of the heaviest users (myself included) have either kept their unlimited plans or chosen unlimited carriers. Tiered pricing has been extremely effective in bringing new consumers into the space, but less effective in terms of converting existing smartphone subscribers (who also tend to be the heaviest users). Add tablets and other video-friendly devices to the mix and managing data consumption remains a challenge for the carriers well into the foreseeable future.

By: Alex

Alex — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:25:44 +0000

the graph shows total data charge / data consumption
means people don’t use what they pay for, much less. more money for carriers

By: Sathya

Sathya — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:13:40 +0000

hi Stacey!

200MB is entry level plan for ATT. It cost $25/mon = $0.125 /MB

By: Stacey Higginbotham

Stacey Higginbotham — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:26:54 +0000

My guess is that some people are on higher priced plans, such as the 200 MB plan or other. more expensive options from different carriers.

By: Sathya

Sathya — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:49:01 +0000

The Data consumption Graph at the bottom of the post seems out-of wack. $.08 /MB = $80 /GB, or $240/mo for 3GB. AT&T plans are $30 for 3GB, or $0.01 / MB.
I am I missing something?