Before Sprint offered the roaming options onto Verizon towers in the Northwest area, Sprint's map resembled that of T-Mobile's... very spider-like. Even with the roaming option nowadays with Sprint plans, the cost of it doesn't quite spell out value or improved coverage like Verizon can assure to a certain degree. You'll want to go with Sprint if you are into hip-and-hop handsets (equipment)--although Cingular's GSM's phones are hot, as well as Verizon's CDMA phone selection--, if you plan on using many multimedia features through Spring VISION, or seek guaranteed clarity when you place calls. However, the costly price tag often offsets these features or benefits, and makes you a bit hesitant. With the doubt of good coverage in certain areas, you might be a bit reluctant, especially if you live in the "fringe" areas. Unless you roam onto analog, the reception is "either you have it or you don't"... no "in-between" like you can sometimes get with Verizon. If you decide on Sprint, be sure to give the service an adequate trial run before hastily making a decision. You might notice that in the areas that you'll place calls, Sprint suits you fine. For others, it might be the opposite. On a side-note, although T-Mobile received 2004's best customer service award, my experience has always been pleasant with Sprint.
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