If you do some research, you'll find that Verizon is specifically avoiding dense urban areas.
If you check this graph from philly.com, you'll see that Verizon has almost completely surrounded Philly with FiOS access, yet has no plan to actually enter the city.
There are various factors at work, but obviously the bottom line is the bottom line.
Ironically, here in Philly, Verizon has a market advantage over satellite due to the fact that Comcast is permitted to withhold Comcast Sportsnet Philadelphia (Phillies, Sixers and Flyers outlet) from satellite. Any sports fan who'd like to dump Comcast would likely try the FiOS service, which does offer the RSN...
So, if Verizon isn't going into Philly, I wouldn't hold my breath for other urban areas...
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Ryan @ Mar 12th 2008 5:39PM
If you do some research, you'll find that Verizon is specifically avoiding dense urban areas.
If you check this graph from philly.com, you'll see that Verizon has almost completely surrounded Philly with FiOS access, yet has no plan to actually enter the city.
http://www.philly.com/inquirer/gallery/15948532.html
There are various factors at work, but obviously the bottom line is the bottom line.
Ironically, here in Philly, Verizon has a market advantage over satellite due to the fact that Comcast is permitted to withhold Comcast Sportsnet Philadelphia (Phillies, Sixers and Flyers outlet) from satellite. Any sports fan who'd like to dump Comcast would likely try the FiOS service, which does offer the RSN...
So, if Verizon isn't going into Philly, I wouldn't hold my breath for other urban areas...