I have the "GO" phone too. It costs 20 cents per text, doesn't matter if you send it or receive it. I don't text either, but once in a while someone got the wrong number, text you & you have to pay. It's very annoying. I may have to break down & do a plan, because it seems like the kids don't talk anymore, they will only reply to text.
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Regarding texting, it just occurred to me that if the texts are always to/from the same people it makes a lot of sense to get Whatsapp. This is an app that allows free texting world-wide. I have it but never thought to use it except for people outside the country. You do need to have a smartphone in order to be able to download the app, plus those you communicate with need to download it too.
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Originally Posted by AliceQ
(Post 6795976)
I've had Trac Fone for years. I use an app for free texting because my children and grandchildren and friends text. They don't call! When I HAVE to add any talk/text/data time it only costs me about $20.
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I have metro PC.....unlimited everything for $40 a month.
But u need to know which ones works best in your area to be happy with your pick |
I have had Straight talk for a few years now and it works fine. It has unlimited texts.
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Tracfone
Originally Posted by KarenR
(Post 6796468)
What is the app you added?
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Originally Posted by AZ Jane
(Post 6795973)
Is it just me or does paying $50 a month for a phone seem like a lot?? Plus the purchase of the phone??
I've been following this thread because everyone gives me a hard time about not having a smart phone. I've had a Tracfone for years. It sits in my purse, turned off, and I use it when I need to use it. It doesn't work inside my condo but I've noticed a lot of people have that problem here. (I also don't get tv reception without cable.) I can imagine that I would LIKE a smartphone and be able to do all the stuff everyone does with theirs, but I just don't get paying a small fortune every month for the privilege, not to mention the initial cost of the phone. |
I think trac fone now has month to month plans too. Check their website.
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I have a Virgin Mobile (runs off Sprint) and love it. It's a smart phone and monthly fee is $55. I bought the phone there are several to pick from at Best Buy.. I've been using this for one and half years.
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I have Verizon cheapest smallest phone...only want it for emergency use. Pay in advance, add $$ as needed OR by the expiration date. I always pay $30 and that buys 3 months before next expiration date. I figure $10 a month a bargain, for the emergency use.
My balance hovers around $200 because I seldom use it. I get texts which I think costs 10¢, but not sure. This works fine for me, an older senior citizen, who still drives. |
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