Verizon Group Messaging to Arrive by End of 2Q 2013

[dwurl]

I don't like the sound of that...not one bit

 

[MatsuDano]

Well, that didn't pan out quite the way we were hoping now did it?

Fingers crossed for a June update.

 

[toddro6]

Well, that didn't pan out quite the way we were hoping now did it?

Fingers crossed for a June update.

the only issue is, I don't have $500 laying around to go get a Nexus 4 if this doesn't happen. Absolutely insane that we are not getting full use of texting even though we are paying for a texting plan. I am tempted to go in and ask for some kind of discount since their system is FUBAR.

 

[toddro6]

why doesn't Verizon offer Verizon Messenger to Windows 8 phones? That seems to be their way of fixing Androids lack of ability to group text, it just seems like the easy solution. Instead we play the waiting game for an update that isn't going to fix anything, I fear.

I am still not even getting initial messages from incoming group texts. I get the responses in individual texts, but not the original message. This is getting beyond ridiculous.

 

[Indistinguishable]

spoke with Verizon yesterday telling them about this new problem. Was told there is an upgrade coming in June that will fix MMS issues and possibly add group text. He wasn't clear on that last part, but I think it would be through Wifi.

He also said that Androids are getting away from group texting. Is that true? I don't see why.

This would be outrageous... I will seriously consider switching carriers if they do not get their act together on this ASAP.

 

[MatsuDano]

This would be outrageous... I will seriously consider switching carriers if they do not get their act together on this ASAP.

I think that Wi-Fi detail is misleading or erroneous. The rep may have been referring to the Verizon Messaging, which may or may not require SOME kind of data connection, be it Wi-Fi or 3G/4G. That said, I'll be reaching out to my rep who I filed my original BBB claim with to see if I can't get an update.

Also, with all this news about Verizon handing over certain data to NSA and FBI, I wonder how long it would take for them to sort out through unthreaded group text messages. lolz.

Not that VZW is implicated in the news (right now it's only Verizon Business), just something that made me chuckle.

 

[dwurl]

Hahahaha!

 

[dwurl]

I can see them in their spy office now..." damn guys these terrorists are wp8 users... This is gonna take a while to sort out..."

 

[toddro6]

I think that Wi-Fi detail is misleading or erroneous. The rep may have been referring to the Verizon Messaging, which may or may not require SOME kind of data connection, be it Wi-Fi or 3G/4G. That said, I'll be reaching out to my rep who I filed my original BBB claim with to see if I can't get an update.

Also, with all this news about Verizon handing over certain data to NSA and FBI, I wonder how long it would take for them to sort out through unthreaded group text messages. lolz.

Not that VZW is implicated in the news (right now it's only Verizon Business), just something that made me chuckle.

this is exactly what I think they will end up doing, which is confusing because we know the phone has the function available. Whatever. As my engineering prof used to say "if horses were wishes, then beggars would ride."

 

[MatsuDano]

My VZW rep said the SU2 was pushed back with a tentative date of GFY.

Looks like we won't be getting it

 

[toddro6]

My VZW rep said the SU2 was pushed back with a tentative date of GFY.

Looks like we won't be getting it

well that's not very cool.

 

[Indistinguishable]

Everyone head over to the BBB website and file a complaint. It's quick and easy and probably the best way to get results. https://www.bbb.org/consumer-complaints/file-a-complaint/get-started

 

[MatsuDano]

Everyone head over to the BBB website and file a complaint. It's quick and easy and probably the best way to get results. https://www.bbb.org/consumer-complaints/file-a-complaint/get-started

This is how I got in touch with my Verizon rep. I'd be interested to hear if anyone gets different results.

 

[toddro6]

I got a response from @VZWSupport thanking me for my patience. Here's our back and forth.

@VZWSUPPORT re: windows 8x update for group messaging...is it happening 2Q13 like expected or is it being pushed out. Hearing rumors.
@Toddro6 I understand your eagerness! When an official release is available, details can be found here:Verizon Wireless News and Announcements .^AB
@VZWSupport I'll prob keep checking for updates daily. I'm just worried that it isn't being addressed.
@Toddro6 I understand your discontent and your patience is greatly appreciated.^AB

 

[MatsuDano]

T-minus 7 days to Q3

 

[Indistinguishable]

T-minus 7 days to Q3

:crying:

Get over to the BBB website and file complaints, VZW customers!

 

[mrmdj31675]

It would be "fun" to see a spam/trolling campaign about this on all of Verizon's social media. It would be a change from the "typical actions" against another carrier. Lol

 

[MatsuDano]

I just posted to their twitter. My handle is @matsudanolive. You can find me and retwit, or whatever it is the kids call it these days.

 

[toddro6]

I just posted to their twitter. My handle is @matsudanolive. You can find me and retwit, or whatever it is the kids call it these days.

I keep getting a pretty canned response to keep an eye on their news and announcements site with a link. This is definitely not a topic that will be found there, as far as I can tell.

 

[MatsuDano]

Can't hurt to try. Besides, my BBB guy is a dead horse. At this point he just keeps telling me to contact HTC and Microsoft. He won't even entertain the idea that it's Verizon's responsibility anymore.