Some considerations_switching from AT&T DSL to U-verse_cost effective?

[Cheryl_27]

Not looking to change from AT&T DSL to U-verse (both internet only), just to change. I'm paying under half current DSL 3.0 "Pro" price now. But they are phasing out DSL & offering Uverse for generally LESS than same DSL speed. My 3.0 mbps DSL is getting a bit slow for today's web, but want to "look before I leap."

** I'll NEVER be able / willing to pay near full price for any internet - only access (& haven't for many yrs w/ ATT DSL).

1) Any word on how ATT U-verse prices will change over next couple yrs, as DSL's phased out? Are "experts" saying Uverse Internet - only will skyrocket once DSL is mostly gone? If so, I may stick w/ DSL for now.

2) I read (urban legend?) that speeds on Uverse tend to be bit higher than same speed DSL. Any experience on that?

In my 36 yr old hood, it's NOT FTTH.

I use ATT DSL 2Wire 2701 HG-B in bridge mode, w/ Linksys WRT54GL. Regularly get 2500 kbps d/l from 3.0 Pro DSL.

3) Not sure if ATT offers more than one digital modem, under their rebate to cover new digital modem. Anyone aware if have a choice of digital modems & have any suggestions / preferences on diff brands / models (this is TX)?

4) After 1 yr into price of ? $14.95 / 19.95 (hard to decipher), U-verse prices (6.0 - Elite) goes up to $46 /mo, eff. Jan 27, 1013. But current dry loop 3.0 DSL is NOW "regular" $43. (See Q-1)

Besides, I always have to call every 12 (or 6) mo to get price reduced on DSL to ~ current promotion price or near it. Though it takes some time / patience / negotiation skills. That won't change w/ DSL or U-verse.

http://www.att.com/shop/internet.html

*Effective January 27, 2013, the standard retail price for high-speed [u-verse] Internet will be: Max Turbo $66, Max Plus $56, Max $51, Elite [6.0] $46, and Pro [3.0] $41

Thanks.