I don't see anything in that article that even hints at them getting rid of roaming charges. All they say is that they want ot provide "enhanced 3G services."
In all likelihood, this probably means the following: - Docomo users will be able to check their email and browse the internet at higher speeds (as opposed to slow-ass EDGE) - They may be able to use their Japanese handset instead of a rental - They may be able to use advanced FOMA features like videophone
Based on the way Docomo runs their business, and based on the fact they are shelling out $24 million, I really don't think they are going to set this up as a free service.
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I don't see anything in that article that even hints at them getting rid of roaming charges. All they say is that they want ot provide "enhanced 3G services."
In all likelihood, this probably means the following:
- Docomo users will be able to check their email and browse the internet at higher speeds (as opposed to slow-ass EDGE)
- They may be able to use their Japanese handset instead of a rental
- They may be able to use advanced FOMA features like videophone
Based on the way Docomo runs their business, and based on the fact they are shelling out $24 million, I really don't think they are going to set this up as a free service.