What we really need is a site that shows how much North Americans pay for wireless vs the rest of the world. You talk about sticker shock..

 

Ditto

 

americans pay a lot less for gas and electronics, compared to europeans so stop complaining.

 

Don't blame America if your prices are higher, blame your government!

 

With this being a voluntary deal, I have to wonder if it won't slowly fade away again in the future. Should have just made it a FCC rule/law to start with. I reckon the only way to ensure no bill shock, is to go the prepaid route-you know when you buy your minutes how much you are spending, and some, like Tracfone, actually tell you on screen how many minutes/texts you have remaining, so you always know where you stand. Oh, and for those still not convinced, prepaid is a darn side cheaper than contract services and without the 2 year confinement!