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Timewas

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Reply to LAS14 (Original post)

Thu Jan 14, 2021, 01:30 PM

Jan 2021

Is what you want, either for at&t type GSM phones or CDMA verizon,sprint type phone.Then you need a plan with a company, they will provide a sim card which designates the company and the number assigned.If you are unsure how to go about it go to a local office of whichever service you want and they will install the sim for you and answer any questions you may have.But the phone you pick must be on their frequency..so if you want AT&T type service do not get a verizon /sprint,CDMA,type phone.

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If you are in a fringe area for reception you may be better off with a verizon/sprint type CDMA phone they have better reception in fringe areas

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Another pre-paid phone question. [View all] LAS14 Jan 2021 OP

The sim card is the carriers information and identifier for the phone. cayugafalls Jan 2021 #1

Yes. SergeStorms Jan 2021 #2

No SIM included usually means you can to any carrier BBG Jan 2021 #3

Thanks. nt LAS14 Jan 2021 #4

Unlocked Timewas Jan 2021 #5

I had hoped not to have to sign up for a plan. Is it not possible to get a phone... LAS14 Jan 2021 #6

There are Timewas Jan 2021 #7

I'd second the Tracfone route. fleabiscuit Jan 2021 #8

Thanks! nt LAS14 Jan 2021 #9