Is anyone else deeply disappointed by US wireless phone systems/carriers? (Or am I the only one sniveling?)?

Question

When I switched wireless carriers, I tested extensively. Every day for the first 3 weeks I was talking to someone all the way to/from work; I arranged for numerous incoming calls at work/home; I made 100's of calls from all over. I found no weak spots, it worked nicely.

That lasted maybe a year, then something happened, now it works like crap at home. Lost tower location? Obstructed by new construction? They don't seem to know or care.

I had the phone checked, they said it worked, bought a new one after more months of frustration... no love for me, new 2 yr for them.

It continues to degrade, 4 dropped calls Friday on that same commute. If the first month of service sucked like it does now, I sooo would've cancelled.

My attorney says she can get me out of my contracts, but that it will likely cost more than early termination fees.

I've read that wireless in the UK and Japan rocks! What the hell is happening here?

Answer 1

What carrier is that? And where's ur location?

Answer 2

Don't worry, you are not alone. I can step outside and yell over to my neighbor a 1/2 mile away and they would get better reception.
I love all the dangling the carrot before the horse, advertising, only to call to inquire about getting the service and being told, Not Available In Your Area.
After paying bills to some of these companies advertising these additional services for so many years, I have not received one bill that is prorated for this lack of service. I don't think they pay for this advertising for these addtional services out of the good graces of their hearts. No it comes from the profits that come from dangling the carrot before the horse and and telling us to heck with fair trade and consumer protectionism.