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Old Mar 28, 2012 | 12:30 pm
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Is there any Verizon phone on the horizon that's 4g & global

Very frustrating that I can't have both right now. Recognize that 4g LTE coverage outside the U.S. is limited, but that is not a core issue for me. I want a phone that can be used on 3g GSM networks internationally.

I understand there are technical issues, as the number of bands that the phone will have to receive is pretty considerable (800Mhz, 900Mhz, 700Mhz, 1900Mhz, et al). But there has to be demand for this type of solution.

Any thoughts on equipment in the near term? I do have an old unlocked Samsung GSM phone for international travel that I can throw a cheap SIM into, but this is not a great solution for business purposes.

Thanks in advance for feedback.
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