how to save money on cell phones and smartphones
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Here are some quick tips on how to save money when you buy a cell phone or smartphone from Wireless and Mobile News.TRANSCRIPT
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From Wireless and Mobile News
How to Save Money When You Buy a Cell
Phone
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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