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During last 2 years we've had poor coverage and dropped calls in zip codes 91606 (NoHo) and 91505 (Burbank). We may try newer phones but are equally inclined to abandon AT&T / Cingular.

I started way back when they had the brick phones and LA Cellular and you were lucky to have any kind of reception. I've tried all the major players and this is my conclusion. Overall, Motorola has developed, in my opinion, the best technology and durability in regards to the phones themselves. Because of my work I bought the i580 when it first came out since my last phone fell from 20 feet up and pretty much disintigrated. Short of running this i580 over with my truck, I'm very happy with its ability to survive the beating I've given it. Best investment I ever made. I had Nextel for many years, tried to find someone to beat them but ended up coming back to them now for the last 3 years. Every provider will have their dead spots, poor reception or drop calls, it can't be avoided. Being that I work indoors, outdoors and sometimes remote locations I had to find a descent provider. I have to admit, I was nervous when Sprint bought out Nextel, but so far service is, in a worse case scenario the same if not a little better. I also get a 25% discount on my service as well as any accessories because I work in the entertainment industry. Check for discounts, they do make a difference. You can check their website and see if the company you work for qualifies for any type of discount. I live in a huge complex and Nextel / Sprint is the only provider I get clear reception from. I've had friends with other providers and their reception has always been weaker or doesn't work at all. I have no affiliation with Nextel / Sprint, I just think their doing a great job with adding new technology with their phones and towers. I would say before switching, find a friend who has one, get their opinion, see if you can use their phone at your place or areas you have trouble with your current provider and see what happens. Cell phone technology isn't perfect, but for me, Nextel / Sprint has come closest to what I expect for the money I'm being charged. Free unlimited incoming calls and free unlimited PTT, (something huge in my business) doesn't hurt either. =) I don't think you'll ever find a "5", but, I gave them a "5" rating because they've beat everyone else out on performance, so far. You pay a little more for them, but if I can stay connected 95% of the time I'm using my phone, its worth it. Just my 2 cents. I hope this helps others out.

I can get reception in the cul-de-sac, but take the phone in the house no reception what so ever.

The elementary school on Tiara has very spotty coverage. Some areas outside have decent coverage, but move a few feet and the signal disappears. Inside the buildings there is no real signal. The bars can move from 3-1-0-2 and then drop in seconds time. I'm disappointed. I've been with AT&T and now Cingular for about 5 years. I'm not sure why they don't have a good signal for this area.

Very satisfied with my service. I've been with all the popular wireless services there are requiring a contract in my area. Hopped from Cingular to AT&T Wireless to Verizon Wireless to T-Mobile and now I'm with Sprint Nextel. Never a dropped call. Loving the free incoming and unlimited walkie talkie.

I've been with Verizon Wireless for over 2 years now, and get great reception everywhere pretty much, except for remote areas in the hills. Service is much better than AT&T Wireless, which I had before Verizon.

It might be because there are alot of trees, but I get poor reception indoors and even outside in my back yard. :(

T-mobil has terrible reception throughout Studio City. Does aybody have good reception.

Up until three weeks ago, I had decent reception here at my house. Now I can't get calls, make calls. Very Frustrating.

I switched over to Sprint from Cellular, and I get great reception here! Even though I only get 2 bars inside my house, that was a heck of a lot better than my old phone with Cingular, and I can now call from indoors. So I'm very happy with this phone -- however, I advise anyone who wishes to do the same to be careful when switching over before your old 1- or 2-year contract expires. Apparently, I switched over with about 3 weeks left on my Cingular contract, and like a woman scorned, Cingular unleashed their fury and charged me $300 as a penalty (I had 2 lines). But I didn't care, I can now call from inside my house!