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LAS14

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

Reply to Timewas (Reply #5)

Thu Jan 14, 2021, 01:53 PM

Jan 2021

... and then add money to it when needed? I expect to use the phone very, very rarely. It isn't economical to have to renew every 90 days.

But thank you for your helpful information!

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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