AT&T has increased the cost of its activation fee from $15 to $20.
The move follows the establishment of a similar fee by Verizon Wireless in recent days. AT&T’s fee applies to people activating or upgrading to a new device through an AT&T Next installment plan and for those who bring their own device.
Customers who sign a two year contract are hit with a $45 activation fee. AT&T won’t charge a fee for customers who pay for their new device in full.
