In what I believe is a first for the U.S. market, Phone News is reporting that AT&T is now offering unlimited MEdia Net access on their pay as you go prepaid plans for $20 every month. AT&T had been offering this service as part of their "Pick Your Plan" prepaid plans, which look like conventional post-paid plans without a contract, but that meant paying at least $50 a month just to use unlimited data.

The only thing even close to this is T-Mobile prepaid Sidekick plan, but it only works with the Sidekick and costs more ($30/mo). With AT&T's unlimited MEdia Net, you can use any unlocked GSM phone for $20 a month with no requirement for voice service.

In order to get this service, you must call 611 and request the unlimited MEdia Net add-on be added to your account. The add-on is good for 30 days.