For what feels like forever now I have been using Virgin Mobile Pre-Paid and I am finally over always having to go out and buy top-up cards. To be honest, I don't know too much about the different cell phone providers so I am bringing my problem to the blogosphere to help me solve. I need a cell phone and carrier that offers me the following :
1. must have a camera
2. must have blue tooth technology
3. must get a signal without me having to stand on one foot, finger touching my nose,sticking my tongue out,and reciting the alphabet...backwards!
4.must offer a lot(if not unlimited) minutes at a great price, same with texting.
I have been advised by several people to use Nextel only to have others tell me how much it sucked for them. Alltel seems to be another provider a certain someone is recommending to me but once again I hear horror stories. Since I obviously can not make up my own mind, I welcome any advice...both about what service is good as well as what service to avoid.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Help Me Pick a New Cell Phone Provider
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I use AT&T/Cingular wireless for my cell phone and my laptop connection. I have the Samsung SHG-A707 phone, which has everything you described plus internet access if you want it. It's a great phone! I use a Sierra wireless USB connection unit that I can also install on my PC if I want, also AT&T/Cingular.
I have had very few instances of dropped calls, and I live in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. I get a good signal even when I go further up into the hills and mountains.
All in-network calls are free. Out of network calls are cheap. You can use a memory card to store photos, videos with sound, all kinds of stuff and put it in your computer.
I don't like Alltel at all. Regardless of what they advertise, I found in the past that it was hard to get a plan I could use and they were a bit, um.. arrogant about providing support. Besides, I can remember when it was just a redneck out-of-ma bell-limits phone company called Allied Telephone.
My total bill for internet on my laptop and my cell phone is about $80 a month. It's unlimited data transfers, all that good stuff, and it's the only connection I use and the only phone I use. It's been much more reliable than any other phone and/or provider I've used in the past.
I like our Sprint service that we have had for years. I've heard others complain, but they've done good by me. I don't know where you're wanting coverage for so I can't really recommend it unless you're in they're coverage area. As far as your actual phone needs, the equipment ranges as do the packages that go with them. I have a Mogul which is a pocket PC. I have had a pocket PC for several years and really like it.
No disrespect to Moonshadow but I had Nextel for years and loved it. Then Sprint bought them now I hate it.
Here's a good test, go to the website of the carriers you're considering and look for actual contact info. I couldn't find a number or contact form anywhere on Sprint's site. That was a while ago so it may have changed.
More and more providers are coming out with unlimited minute plans. That may be something to consider.
Good luck, Brian
Nice blog
can you exchange link with me ?
t mobile has been the lesser of the evils for me. I have used all other major providers and had many issues with each. i hear at&t, whom i used to work for, is the worst in terms of contract rules and network speed.
but, u might get better info from "the consumerist" site
Without meaning to be "selling" you, go to my site http://www.cellstores.com/autocontent.aspx?pageid=1907&referringdomain=fortune&Eid=8615699 and you will be able to make a very easy comparison regarding plans, coverage, service, etc. And if you are interested, you are able to position yourself to make commissions like I do. lindaott@embarqmail.com if you want more info or if I can help you with figuring out the best phone/plan. Be blessed.
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