Research published by analyst firm Parks Associates last month revealed that two thirds of U.S. consumers who are likely to switch carriers in the next year felt access to Wi-Fi as part of their mobile service would be 'very important' to their decision. Within the survey that ranked Wi-Fi connectivity as a more compelling piece of the proposition than a loyalty rewards program, the chance of an early handset upgrade, or a long contract to offset upfront costs — and equally attractive as the ability to roll over unused data.
From the article "What Google's Project Fi Means For Mobile Operators" by Dave Fraser.
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