If the next iPhone does get 3G support as we all expect, it may be just fine on AT&T in my area. At least according to ComputerWorld who took Verizon, Sprint and AT&T’s 3G data services for a spin all around the tri-state area in NY, NJ and CT shows any indication.

Using data cards from each carrier and a Lenovo ThinkPad X300 at over 500 points in order to determine the king of 3G. Surprisingly, AT&T was the snappiest of the bunch in both average (755Kbps) and top data speeds (1.6Mbps).

I have always said cell networks are as good as were you are standing at the moment you are using them. Of course, there’s more to consider than just speed.

Sprint gives you unlimited data freedom; Verizon and AT&T have 5GB caps. Also, EV-DO has a bit wider coverage area. But if you’re mostly roaming around the NYC area, it looks like AT&T is the speedy choice.

This gives me the idea that an iPhone on this network may be killer, at least in my area.

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