Free Cell Phones: Get One But Avoid Commercial Traps

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Date:	2007-10-25
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Free Cell Phones � How to Get a Fair Deal

David Hensley k

2007-10-25

		Title: Free Cell Phones � How to Get a Fair Deal

A consumer might be offered with freebies when he is about to purchase a cell phone. The freebies range from free software, free games, free ring tones and even free cell phone handsets. The latest in the freebies galore is the free prepaid cell phones. Due to the intense competition among the cell phone manufacturers and the service providers, free prepaid cell phones are offered to lure the customers as bait. Normally the freebies are offered only once. When the customers ask again he is charged with fees. The freebies are only an attractive proposition by the cell phone companies and service providers so that they stay loyal customers for lifetime after getting hooked to their offers.

Free cell phone games:

The most famous freebies among the above are the free cell phone games all over the globe. Many leading cell phone manufacturers are very sure that consumers are ready to spend more money just to play games on their mobile phones. It has also been proved to very large extent. The cell phone gaming industry is growing at a faster pace and the new games get outdated within a week’s time. The software developers too are working hard to make the cell phone games very realistic to make them popular. Heavy competition among the cell phone manufacturers and service providers too are making the cell phone games famous by offering them free of cost as a promotional activity. Hence free cell phone games are here to stay for a while at least.

Free softwares:

Cell phones are becoming very sophisticated and are emerging as hand held personal computers. Obviously they should have high-end software in them which can be either downloaded or from a retailer or sometimes comes along with the cell phone itself as a preloaded software. Most of the cell phone soft wares are given as freebies. Such soft wares have a wide range of utilities like the ring tones programmed to the user’s specification, managing data on the phonebook, graphics compatibility etc. Imaging software is also popular for shooting and sharing pictures using cell phones with ease. Soft wares are used for SMS and MMS. Such freebies if not got with the cell phones can be easily downloaded form the Internet.

Polyphonic ring tone freebies:

There are many websites offering wide libraries of polyphonic ring tones for free, which can be downloaded on to the cell phones easily. Certain sites not only offer free ring tones, but also offer free screen savers, logos and other cell phone accessories as special promotions. Before getting the freebies, the user should know whether their cell phones are compatible enough to download and store them. Care needs to be taken while getting the freebies from the cell phone companies and service providers, as they require the customer to enter into a contract to receive such offers for free. If the contract is broken the customer may have to face penalties or high monthly fees. Some cell phone companies provide free airtime minutes, which should be known and used carefully, as otherwise the consumer may end up paying more than what he thought.

Before You Grab a Free Cell Phone

Aaron Siegel

2007-12-22

		Title: Before You Grab a Free Cell Phone

As with most things in life, nothing is truly free and that includes cell phones. Instead of a free cell phone, why not just buy one?

Unless a family member hands you an activated cell phone and announces it as a gift, you will more than likely learn that no cell phone is free. You always see the advertisements for free cell phones being offered on the Internet and on commercials however there is no such thing.

Okay, so maybe the phone is free however there is a catch as is usual with most things. This catch is called a contract. Service contracts are the life blood of any cellular carrier and as long as they can entice you into that contract they will continue to offer newer and more cool "free phones". Now, I'm not saying carriers are evil or deceptive, but you must become more conscious of your consumer behavior.

Depending on your needs and uses of a cell phone not all free phones are created equal. You may want to ask yourself exactly what you want from a cell phone before leaping into a free cell phone contract. Ask yourself if you are going to want to text message a lot, check email, surf the web, take pictures, or how big of a calling list you are going to have on your cell phone.

Each cell phone will have it's strengths and weaknesses which may include ear piece sound quality, speaker phone quality, mega pixel quality (for both viewing and taking pictures) as well as other features you may want to utilize in a cell phone. It may make more sense to buy a phone instead, but don't be swayed by the possibility of actually paying for a phone based on retail pricing, there are still benefits to forking out some extra cash for the cause.

Buying a cell phone may not be as drastic an option as you might think, and to be honest, you are more likely to have a better quality phone for it in the long run. The reason many higher end phones aren't free is they actually do have higher quality standards in the manufacturing process that allow for more reliable voice and Internet communications. The best part is, if you are going to be getting a new phone and going into a new 2 year contract, you can get a great discount on a higher end phone in place of a free phone. Trust me, the carriers don't mind giving a heavy discount to get you into the contract with their calling services. Remember, it is the contract they make their real money from.

So depending on what you plan to use your phone for, it may make sense to spend some extra cash to get the phone you really need and want. Most importantly though is what carrier you choose. What good is a cell phone without the right area coverage? Consult with friends, family, and colleges in your area and ask them what carrier they prefer or wish they used for their area. The answer may not always be what you would have expected, so ask. Never ask a carrier sales person themselves due to the fact that they are after your money. You might not get an honest reply.

There are many different types of phones out there, and who knows maybe a free phone is what will work best for you, however a little bit of research can go a long way. Do a bit of digging and get the most for your money aka contract.

To shop cell phones on the Internet you can visit http://www.topsavings.net/cell-phones.html or to shop for other phone services and Internet access you can visit TopSavings.Net on the web. TopSavings.Net offers business and residential communications globally online.

Cell Phone with Cute Design and Technology

Edy Subiyanto

2007-12-15

		Title: Cell Phone with Cute Design and Technology

Cell Phones With Cute Design+Technology

There is no denying the fact that cell phones are very much famous in America because there are a number of facilities being given by cell phone companies. The modern generation shows tremendous proclivity towards usage of the cell phones. With these new packages one can with much comfort send approximately 15 text messages each day to near and dear ones. They can make the communication in a perfect way with these modern and sophisticated cell phones. Free cell phones are also available.

It is the fact this world is the place for sophisticated technology. If someone is deprived of the usage of the cell phones then he must trail behind. A long way back people used to communicate with other persons through land line or by way of sending letters to near and dear ones. Much earlier back people used to stick to the certain understandable gestures and signs to communicate with one another but with the advancement of the time and the steady progress of the society man invented beautiful, fantastic, hand-held and flip cell phone that fits into the pocket. It is very sophisticated and cute looking. One can carry cell phone anywhere he likes.

It is the fact that this tiny and very cute mobile phones enhance the increase in the number of customers who like to prefer cell phones to upgrade their life styles. One can even listen song and musical notes with the option of mp3 musical system in the cell phones. So much to surprise one can heave a sigh of relief in the state of monotony and lassitude just listening music through cell phones. There are other facilities in the cell phones. There is the option of the accessibility to internet through the cell phone. One can make the usage of MSN messenger/AIM through the cell phones. Even one can take the option of recording voice and video. Free long distance calling is another important feature of the cell phones.

Cheap Cell Phones

UrbanHotList HipHop 2006

2008-05-05

		Title: Cheap Cell Phones

Part of the new pricing for cheap cell phones is a lure for companies to get new business. This not only includes gaining new clients who have never owned a cell phone but also trying to steal clients from their competitors. Not only can a buyer find deals at the local stores, places online like www.cellphonecellphone.com also have deals.

Getting a cheap cell phone isn’t just about the phone anymore either. Accessories are a big part of having a cell phone. And truthfully having a headset for your car is essential, not just a luxury, with all the accidents these days from people talking on cell phones and not paying attention to the road. Not to mention there are states where you must have a headset to talk in your car. You can also find cheap accessories at www.cellphonecellphone.com on top of the deals that they have for the phones themselves.

Of course the definition of cheap varies from person to person. Some would say $0-50 is what a cheap cell phone would cost. Others would say that $50-100 is cheap considering what all features phones have these days. From phones that have cameras in them to music and even video capabilities, the possibilities for what a person wants their phone to be able to do is almost unlimited.

Not only are many companies giving rebates, both in store and mail in, for buying their phones but many more are also offering buy one get one free deals to make even expensive phones cheap for multiple users on the same plan. These deals can be up to $200 but once the rebate is given, the deal makes both phones cheap to buy. Sometimes these deals are even on new phones that normally would be more expensive than most people would be willing to pay.

Of course part of the reason for cell phones to be so cheap these days is also the fact that it’s cheaper to make them than in the past. Cheaper parts and labor result in cheap cell phones for the consumer. This also results in phones being made similar but not identical. One phone might be a regular phone and another, same style same company, a flip phone.

With all that has changed in even the last two years in the cell phone business, many people are getting into the business and starting their own places to buy name brand cheap cell phones. Even www.cellphonecellphone.com has a link for someone interested to open their own store or online site.

Anymore anyone can buy a cheap cell phone for use and find exactly what they want in one. It’s easy to find deals not only in stores that provide the service, but at places online and in land stores. It is even becoming a business for those that want to take the risk of being their own boss.

The Not So Free Cell Phone

2007-12-02

		Title: The Not So Free Cell Phone

We have all seen the advertisements the shout out FREE CELL PHONES! Well a famous economist once said that there is no such thing as a free lunch. Now I will tell you that there is no such thing as a free cell phone. Yes you heard right, cell phones are not really free. In fact, companies use the term “free” to persuade customers to sign long-term contracts for cell phone service. Is the phone really free if there is a catch? NO, you just end up paying for it over the term of the service contract that you are required to sign.

Another reason that reduces the value of the “free cell phone” is the fact that many of the ‘free’ cell phones are usually the older models that the service provider could not sell. You will notice this one you get the cell phone and find out that it is a less than desirable phone. Nevertheless once the contract is signed, you are stuck with the cell phone you received. If there is a need to purchase a replacement phone, it is usually going to cost.

Many cell phone users have found themselves in a contract they cannot wait to end. However, most contracts are designed to serve for two-year period. It seems that these contracts are so lengthy and filled with fine print that it would take a team of legal advisors just to cut through it all and offer a down-to-earth translation of the terms. All of the fine print, the clauses, extra fees, and anything else that benefits the big businesses and leaves the consumer out in the cold are there in the fine print. If you want to end the contract early, be prepared to pay a steep early termination fee. You can be sure that an early termination fee of up to $300 is included somewhere in the fine print in the contract.

Another problem with the contracts is that whenever you end one contract and wish to continue your service, the service contract needs to be upgraded because the service provider probably will no longer offer the lower priced services that you originally signed-up for two years ago. Upgrading a contract can lead to more airtime, text messages, multimedia text messages, internet usage, etc., all of which you may or may not use but will still have to pay for. In addition, as the phones progress and new functions are added to the devices, the need for new plans and contracts consequentially follows. Although, these functions are fun, they are ultimately costing you more and more money. If you have ever added up all of your cell phone bills for the year, many will find that it can make you think twice about what you really need and what you should have done.

So keep on mind that although cell phones are advertised for free almost everywhere you look, the fact is that cell phones are far from being truly free. The reality is that you are just paying for the free cell phone over the mandatory two-year service contract period.

Cell Phone Rebates Are Often An Illusion

2007-12-02

		Title: Cell Phone Rebates Are Often An Illusion

So you are looking for a new cell phone. Everywhere you look you see advertisements for free cell phones. You have physical stores that have the free cell phones available for you to inspect and you also have the online stores that usually have a larger selection of free cell phones from which to choose. The catch is that the cell phones are really not free since you have to sign a two-year service contract but that is a different story. You usually have to actually pay for the phone up front and then mail-in a rebate form. So it really is the price of the phone that you pay up front – mail-in rebate = the free phone. But the rebate is not guaranteed. Once you mail in the rebate form you must hope that you are one of the lucky ones that actually receive the rebate check in the mail.

I know you are probably asking: “What do you mean be saying one of the lucky ones?” Well the rebates are basically the enticement that creates the illusion that the cell phone is free. It is the rebates that influence the decision to buy many of the free cell phones. But there is usually a catch to the rebates. You will see that the rebates have their own set of fine print that you need to navigate through. As you read through that fine print, you will notice that you usually have to wait a specified period before you are eligible for the rebate. Once the waiting period is over you usually have a limited time in which to mail in the rebate form and the supporting documentation. This waiting period is a trick in which the companies hope you forget about mailing in the rebate and if you do remember the limited window is set in hopes that the window will have passed by time you remember the rebate.

Let us say that you are one of the people that remember to mail in the rebate on time. Now you will find that there are often long delays in the processing of your rebate. This again is a trick that tries to help you forget about the rebate over time. If you do remember and try to check the status of your rebate, more time is usually required before you are given an answer. Once again they are trying to help you forget. But you still remember and check on the rebate status again only to receive an answer that you forgot to include some of many items of information and documentation required by the rebate company. Your answer may be that the information was given when you purchased the phone. However, that does not matter since the rebate company is often a different company from the one in which you actually bought the phone. So you may receive the line that you are no longer eligible for the rebate.

This rebate fiasco got so bad with one online cell phone provider that the Federal Trade Commission had to actually step in a require that the company pay rebates to the many of customers that it had defrauded. So remember that cell phones are not really free regardless for what the promised rebates happen to offer.

Free Cell Phones – How to Get a Fair Deal

David Hensely

2007-10-21

		Title: Free Cell Phones – How to Get a Fair Deal

Free Cell Phones

Ray McNally

2006-07-10

		Title: Free Cell Phones

Cell phones and other similar gadgets are what make our society primarily mobile. With cell phones, we can talk to just about anyone from anywhere around the world. Cell phones help us stay connected with friends and family who are now living away from us. In essence, cell phones and other such technology help bridge the gap that occurs over long distances.

But as with all high-tech technology, cell phones don’t come cheap. Yes, they are important and to some, they might even be an absolute must. Still, cell phones cost money and money isn’t something that we can just pick up right off the streets. And with the speed with which cell phones are upgraded these days, it’s inevitable that we all have to buy cell phones not only once but several times if we want to keep up with the times. So how does one afford a cell phone?

Free Cell Phones: Cell Phone Service Plans

The good thing about cell phones is that they often come with service plans. A cellular phone service plan works the same way as a telephone service in that you pay a certain fee per month for use of your cell phone service. Companies who offer such services to the masses often use gimmicks to entice more people into using their products. One of these popular enticements includes free cell phones along with your service plan.

Service plan subscriptions often meant not only low monthly fees but free cell phones to boot. Along with free cell phones, extra features are also offered. So depending on the free cell phone model, your service plan may include email, Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Bluetooth wireless technology, et cetera. All these features make your free cell phone even more convenient to use.

Free Cell Phone Sites

Free cell phones are also offered on several online sites. More often than not, these free cell phones are offered only if you subscribe to some type of cell phone service provided by these sites. Websites such as LetsTalk.com or Calling-Plans.com offer free cell phones along with their subscription service plans.

LetsTalk.com is one of the top websites that offer free cell phones to their subscribers. They have the widest selection of cell phones and cell phone plans at the lowest possible prices. When it comes to deals, they have the best. Some of the free cell phones they offer may mean that you need to mail in a rebate form and after they receive it, you will get a check for the amount of money equivalent to the price you paid for the cell phone model. So in essence, you are not paying for that cell phone; you are getting it for free.

Cheap Cell Phones

UrbanHotList Wholesale Accesories

2006-06-14

		Title: Cheap Cell Phones

Facts about free cell phones

Isabel

2006-05-10

		Title: Facts about free cell phones

There has been a rapid growth in demand for cell phones. Today, cell phones have become an important part of communicating with your friends and relatives. With the growth of mobile phone users many mobile companies are trying to capitalize on mobile web markets. Many cell phone companies are coming up with different ideas to provide value added services to its customers.

There are number of mobile phone outlets that are developing number of specialized soft wares and services for mobile phone users. They provide free cell phones for promoting their product in the market. Many cell phone companies offer free cell phone screensavers, free cell phones, free ring tones, free cell phone wall papers and free cell phone games. One of the best aspects of these free cell phone services are that they are updated frequently. This enables its customers to get latest cell phone ring tones, cell phone wall papers, cell phone games and screensavers.

Are these cell phones really free?
It is been seen in the market that many merchants most often offer you a cell phone for free and you really believe that it's the best purchase you can make? But have your father explained you that there is no such things that can offer you free because there is nothing for free.

The real fact is that offers for free cell phone are not completely free. Even if you get cell phone free, then also you have to activate it on the network. And as they give you free, you will have to follow their guidelines and follow the necessary steps.

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