Cell Phone Buying Guide |
Introduction |
Key Points |
The Purchase Transaction |
Finding the Best Service |
Coverage Area and Reception |
» Trial Period |
» Signal Strength |
Selecting a Cell Phone |
» Technology Limitations |
» Cell Phone Features |
» Rebate Offers |
Choosing a Rate Plan |
» Rate Plan Types |
• Family Plans |
• Pay-As-You-Go |
» Calling Area |
» Anytime Minutes |
» Free Plan Benefits |
» Long Distance |
» Roaming |
» Other Voice Features |
» Data Services |
• Messaging |
• Other Data Features |
» Other Rate Plan Costs |
» Contract Length |
• Ending a Contract Early |
Phone Insurance & Warranty |
Wireless Network Technology |
Accessibility & Usability |
Cell Phones & Children |
Using Your Phone Overseas |
Replacement Phones |
Disposing of a Phone |
Cutting the Cord |
Number Portability |
Appendix: Industry Economics |
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The MyRatePlan.com Guide to Buying a
Cell Phone and Rate Plan
A Road Map to the Right Service at the Right Price
2nd Edition
Copyright © 2005-2010 by MyRatePlan.com, LLC
All rights reserved.
This guide contains references to companies, products, and services in the wireless industry as well as a number of cell phone images. The inclusion of these images is for example purposes only, and should not be construed as an endorsement of these offerings. The names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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