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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As the graphic above illustrates, when thinking about the best service for your needs, there are three interrelated things to consider.
- Coverage Does the phone work where and when I need it?
- Cell Phone Does the phone have the features I want? Is it within my budget, and am I getting the best deal for it?
- Rate Plan Am I spending as little as possible each month to get what I need from my service?
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