Posted 09/21/09 at 08:24:09 AM by Paul Lilly

Times are tough all around, and one way to cut costs is to dump your landline and use your swank smartphone exclusively, if you haven't already. For some, however, this isn't an option because of dead zones scattered throughout the home. For $20 per month, AT&T says not to worry.

The telco has started offering the 3G MicroCell, a wireless network extender the company claims acts like a mini cellular tower in your home. With it, users can expect enhanced coverage for both voice and data for up to 5,000 square feet, with support for up to four users at any given time. And should you leave your home while still on the phone, AT&T promises seamless call hand-over as you move out of the 3G MicroCell network.

Sounds groovy, but is $20/month for unlimited use asking too much? Engadget seems to think so, who points out that both Sprint and T-Mobile offer similar options for half as much, while Verizon doesn't charge a dime once you pony up for its $250 network extender.

Hit the jump and tell us what you think of AT&T's MicroCell pricing.

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