Verizon Wireless
Verizon charges $29.99 for data plan even if you don't want it. Nationwide
When purchasing a new PDA or "smart phone" from Verizon you are now required to sign-up for their unlimited data plan for $29.99 minimum. This is on top of whatever your voice plan is. You cannot pay by the amount you use. Even if phone has built in WIFI, you cannot avoid the charge. ...