does it say 1xev or 1XEV...the "3G" branding on an AT&T phone is just that, branding, 3G is more of a speed (how fast is the data). 1XEV would be "3G" for Verizon.
I have a 9530 storm , my question is , if verizon is 3g why does my phone say 1xev
It is only going to say 1XEV. If it's in small letters like you show then contact Verizon, one of there repeaters or more isn't working properly. It is 3G, that's just the way it works. If you go overseas you will see the 3G symbol.