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mhhf1ve
3/8/2016 7:59:39 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
WiFi hotspots are only good for certain use cases... they're not going to have the same kind of coverage as cell towers (unless WiFi occupies some other part of the radio spectrum someday). I'm all for expanding WiFi hotspots, but... how about allocating better spectrum to more wireless carriers?
mpouraryan
3/10/2016 11:24:51 AM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
Although a noble effort (and google should be given an "A" for it) it is still kind of far from perfect-and I would argue that the traditional Telco's will not be standing idly by.
freehe
3/10/2016 7:45:41 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
It is a great option but I don't think it is the best option. I think AT&T's approach of moving customers to a strong signal is a much better approach. If Google is only charging customers $20 per month to use Project Fi, how much does it really cost Google to offer it to customers on a per customer basis.
I would be concerned about security risks. Google promises to encrypt your data but if you use your phone like a laptop or customer you should ramp up security protection measures on your cell phone prior to signing up for Project Fi.
mpouraryan
3/11/2016 4:33:10 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
There is no question that Google has some "growing up" to do before it matches the prowess of AT&T--and we all know that the traditional Telcos' are not sitting "idly by" either. However, Google will give Telcos' a run for their money--and it will be fascinating to be witness to. As for Security, it is the 1000-pound gorilla in the room and I have repeatedly underscored it in my comments here "In community".
DHagar
3/11/2016 5:48:04 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
@mpouraryan, great assessment. Google may be late to the game but they do know how to compete. They also have capabilities to address the security challenge.
AT&T, though, continues to put together an impressive design, with new service models, that will be highly competitive.
Placing any bets?
batye
3/12/2016 5:31:25 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
@mpouraryan interesting observation and i think you are 100 % right ...
mpouraryan
3/12/2016 11:06:50 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
Google/Alphabet has had its' stumbles (Google Glass being the most notable). They have some work to do--and the current price model I checked was not that impressive. The transition was going to happen away from Google Voice--but I would not put anything past Google/Alphabet!!
mpouraryan
3/12/2016 11:08:07 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
Thank you Sir for the kind words--the power of choice is something that I welcome and hope that Google can create a true viable alternative. As I see it now, it is yet to be the "one" that may entice anyone to move. Time will tell.
DHagar
3/14/2016 2:13:09 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
@mpouraryan, agreed. It is just where Google places its priorities!
They had another big wind with their AlphaGo competition in South Korea over the weekend in AI - so they do accomplish what they set out to.
mpouraryan
3/14/2016 2:31:37 PM
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Re: Fantastic Idea
The Good news is that the Champion is giving Alpha Go a run for Google's Money...but we have to guard against it--and make sure the transformation continues to be controlled.
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