Slower data speeds are why PM rates are so low. I have streamed video and music and there is hardly any difference. The only time you will notice it is when you download a large file.
I've noticed that when phone is set for LTE, the download speed is 3meg per sec, upload is 6meg per sec. if you set your phone to 3g, the download speed is 6meg per second and upload is 3meg per sec. LTE 3G Direction---------------------...
So far so good, signed my wife and myself less that a week ago and are finding it quite good. Been running speed tests and comparing, throttled down does not to be much of an issue. Sure enjoying paying a lot less per month!