want smart phone

Chris Rakes

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i was wondering if anyone can help me pick out a new smart phone. i have never had one, i have seen them and know people that use them.
i already have a Verizon cell phone and thought i would like to stay with them, for the reception reasons

i thought maybe prepaid, does the time run out at the end of the month?

how really does the "data" plan work, does it work on time, or how big the stuff you down load , or what.

any advice would be appreciated
 
I also have Verizon. I have a DROID phone through them. I like my DROID phone. I've had no problems with it on anything that I wanted to do. My wife also has a DROID phone. Hers is through Walmart's straighttalk. She pays $45.00 a month unlimited everything. And she likes her plan as eell
 
If simplicity and ease of use is what you're looking for, go with an iPhone. If you're a tinkerer and like to customize your phone, go with an Android phone.

As for data, basically a data connection is another name for the persistent internet connection that a smartphone always has (depending on the area you're in, you'll see either a 3G or 4G icon at the top of your screen). A data connection is required to do things such as send and receive email, access your social networks, use GPS navigation, surf the internet, and so on. The more time you spend doing activities that require a data connection, the more data you use. If you're a data hog like myself (I use anywhere between 15 and 20 gigabytes per month on average, although there have been months I've used as much as 40), then your options are either getting a plan with a high data allowance, or keeping your phone connected to wifi as much as possible.

Since you're with Verizon, I would recommend an iPhone for you since you'll be a first time smartphone owner.
 
LMAO.....thought this forum was about firearms??? If anyone knows of a smartphone that shoots bullets...BY ALL MEANS LET ME KNOW!!!! LMFAO!!!!
 
LMAO.....thought this forum was about firearms??? If anyone knows of a smartphone that shoots bullets...BY ALL MEANS LET ME KNOW!!!! LMFAO!!!!

Actually, THIS sub forum is "off topic" (everything EXCEPT firearms).

i was wondering if anyone can help me pick out a new smart phone. i have never had one, i have seen them and know people that use them.
i already have a Verizon cell phone and thought i would like to stay with them, for the reception reasons

i thought maybe prepaid, does the time run out at the end of the month?

how really does the "data" plan work, does it work on time, or how big the stuff you down load , or what.

any advice would be appreciated

Go to a Verizon store or best buy. Ask them questions and play with the phones.

I would recommend an iPhone if you have Apple tech at home. Android or Windows if you have Linux or Windows tech.

I don't recommend getting any flagship phone unless you get a great deal. No phone is worth $200 to me, go for the best phone you looked at that's <$50.

With all the phones coming out you won't be disappointed in any of them that you choose.

When you do choose, let us know, I'm sure there are plenty of people here that can guide you to other websites that will teach you all the cool things you can do with that phone.
 
I own both an iPhone 5 and Galaxy Note 2. I use the iPhone bc all my family uses iMessage and I use the note 2 b/c it has a big screen and easier for me to read when I'm waiting at the doctor or such.

But it really depends on what you want. With an app like talkatone you can use a iPad mini or other small tablet as a phone and much easier to read on it also. I use my iPad as a phone too.

If you want any more info, feel free to pm me.


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I use an iphone because all my kids have one as well. I can use facetime to my daughter that lives in Texas thousands of miles away. It's a no brainer in my situation. I would suggest getting the one other family members and friends use as well.


Go Seahawks!
 
it seems there is not a lot of difference in phones. i probably will go with the samsung tough phones for the water and shock resistance.

i guess the biggest hang up is understanding the "Data" plan thing. both US cellular and Verizon is 2GB for 65 and 60 a month.
i would like the stay with Verizon for the reception i get in the mountains. US cellular is supposed to be good too.
is the 2GB thing about how long you use the web or how big the files you use?
 
it seems there is not a lot of difference in phones. i probably will go with the samsung tough phones for the water and shock resistance.

i guess the biggest hang up is understanding the "Data" plan thing. both US cellular and Verizon is 2GB for 65 and 60 a month.
i would like the stay with Verizon for the reception i get in the mountains. US cellular is supposed to be good too.
is the 2GB thing about how long you use the web or how big the files you use?

I have a Samsung phone with Walmart's Straight Talk plan. If I'm not mistaken, around here they use Verizon's cell phone towers so it's as good as Verizon's coverage. I'm not sure if that's the case everywhere or not.
The plan for smart phones is $45 a month for unlimited talk, text, and data. So far I've been pretty satisfied with it. I was a Verizon customer before and wanted to go to a smart phone and this was a cheaper plan for that.
 
it seems there is not a lot of difference in phones. i probably will go with the samsung tough phones for the water and shock resistance.

i guess the biggest hang up is understanding the "Data" plan thing. both US cellular and Verizon is 2GB for 65 and 60 a month.
i would like the stay with Verizon for the reception i get in the mountains. US cellular is supposed to be good too.
is the 2GB thing about how long you use the web or how big the files you use?

Data plans typically cover non-voice and non-text activity: web browsing, mms (texting multimedia pics) and any other non-voice activity. So you get 2Gb of data traffic, regardless of source. For home use, use a wifi connection and only use mobile data when you're not at home.

If you're happy it's the reception you're getting, I'd stay put.

I'd start with 2Gb and if you need more you can always move up.


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i did settle for a water and shock resistant phone. two year contract ( **** contracts).
i was wondering about making a 'hot spot" with it for my Kindle. anybody know any thing about that? does that use up the 2GB thing?
 
i did settle for a water and shock resistant phone. two year contract ( **** contracts).
i was wondering about making a 'hot spot" with it for my Kindle. anybody know any thing about that? does that use up the 2GB thing?

It easy to do. Yes most of the companies give you either a separate plan for using it as a hot spot or out of your data plan minutes.


Go Seahawks!
 
Howdy,

Doesn't the Obama administration give out cell phones? Here's a link to contact him for your own personal one:

Write or Call the White House | The White House

:sarcastic:

+1!

I just got the latest iPhone 5C Barack H. Obama Edition ( of course ) as my latest ObamaPhone and it's GREAT!!!

The nicest thing about having an ObamaPhone iPhone is that every time Apple releases a new version I get it BEFORE it's availing to the general public. :-)

Paul
 

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