From Wireless and Mobile News

How to Save Money When You Buy a Cell

Phone

What Do You Need the Phone For?

• Figure all the reasons why you need the wireless phone.

• Include only the features you really need.

• Make a list of all the features.

Research Online

• Check third partly online retailers for specials.

• Check reviews and multiple reviews as Wireless and Mobile News’ Reviews.

• Check carrier’s websites for online special deals.

Wait Longer for Better Deals

• In just few months a cell phone’s price can drop significantly – – The LG Vu, when it came out sold for $400 on eBay

and now many retailers offer it for free with a contract and rebates.

Bundle It with Other Services

• Buying your cell phone service along with high speed Internet, subscription TV and or phone services can decrease your monthly rate.

• You can also get cash and rebate offers for bundles.

Pay In Advance / Pay As You Go

• Taxes and added fees can add as much as 20% to a wireless bills, prepaid services already include those fees. 

• There are even unlimited prepaid plans, which may not have the newest phones but are sufficient if you don't use your wireless phone all the time.

Unlocked and Used Cell Phones Unlock Contracts

• Unlocked cell phones will save on Early Termination Fees and are often available on eBay or directly from the maker.

• Used cell phones can also save you money.

• Cell phone recyclers often sell slightly used cells that work fine.

Test Drive

• Most carriers have retail stores where you can try out your phone.

• You may find that you don’t like the phone that is on TV, but a simpler model is easier to use.

Take Your Time Check Return Policies

• Most carriers will allow you to return your phone within in 30 days.

• Be sure to check the carrier’s return policy.

• If you are not sure, wait there will be a new faster better wireless phone available in a few months with better offers.

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