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Talk is cheap—and your mobile can be, too

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Shop around. Don't just look at the big four—Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile. "There's an entire world of smaller carriers," Segan says. These are known as Mobile Virtual Network Operators, or MVNOs, such as Simple Mobile and H20 Wireless. "They don't actually operate their own network. But if you don't demand the latest high-end smartphone, you'll find that the monthly rates will be very competitive," he says. You can also call up your carrier and say you're considering a cheaper plan from a smaller carrier. Segan says, "They may throw you something to keep you."

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I got this cellphone service for any unlocked gsm cellphone and even iphones for a very low monthly price. I recommend to anyone that is looking for unlimited voice, text, and data and prepaid. I pay about $49/month which is low compared to other services and another cool thing about this service is that you can even get your bill even lower. If anyone interested check it out. http://goo.gl/r2NGT

Mr. H of CA 3:36AM April 13, 2013

To be honest, ALL these companies are exorbitantly priced and their customer service is truly a joke. Simply don't understand how the CEOs are paid outrageous salaries and the consumer suffers AND must pay an over the top monthly bill.

Somehow, America MUST become realistic on cost of service for ANYTHING & EVERYTHING. We 'commoners' cannot live properly as it is. ('Commoners' utilized as this is the manner in which the consumer is treated by the CEOs and their staff and their customer service).

DISGUSTING!!!

Zoe Simmons of CA 10:06PM March 20, 2013

Cell phone popularity has left us with what we feel as the need to have cell phones. My bill has consistently went up over the last few years and some of the plans make it a job for you to keep up with whats going on with your phone which helps to make the companies even more money if you are not managing your cell bill and services as needed to get the most bang for your buck. I decided to move the way of no contract services which means you pay for your phone or use your existing cell phone but I found all the information I needed from www.nocontractsmartphoneservice.com they give very good insight on how to take advantage of services that no one knows about with the cellular industry.

Marvin of TX 9:15PM March 16, 2013

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