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AT&T Next Upgradeable vs 2 year contract Smartphone Plan Review

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Last update: 9/21/2018

The transition from 2 year phone contracts to AT&T Next installment plans

AT&T Wireless announced that the 2 Year Contract is ending January 8, 2016. New and Existing Customers will only be able to buy phones using the Next Installment Plan after this time. The move from the long time 2 year phone contract that included hardware and the plan, to separate the plan from the phone started in 2016.

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How To Find The Best Smartphone Plan in 2018

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Last Updated: August 29, 2017

iPhone SE Unlocked 16GB Smartphone Sale

Almost everyone has a smartphone or will have one shortly. Their usefulness is undeniable. This convenience comes at a high cost and multi-year commitment. We examine the major smartphone providers, their wireless plans and costs, to help you make a more educated decision.

  • 2018 brought out Unlimited plans from all 4 major carriers, with Lower prices! It is a great time to update your plan and SWITCH.

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Verizon Edge Upgradeable vs 2 year contract Smartphone Plan Review

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Last Update: 9/21/2018

Verizon cancelled the Verizon Edge Upgradeable Smartphone plan in 2017

Verizon replaced the Edge plan with Verizon Monthly Device Payments.  Unfortunately his plan does not have the upgradeable part of Edge. If you want this feature, please check out the AT&T Next Plan.

Read our analysis of AT&T Next vs Verizon Monthly Device Payments vs Apple iPhone Upgrade Program vs Apple iPhone Payments

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How to Find the Best Prepaid Wireless Internet Mobile Hot Spot Plan 2016

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Last updated: 8/31/2016

T-Mobile Sonic 2 Mobile HotSpot LTE

Mobile Hot Spots are small devices that create Wi-Fi networks wherever a cell phone signal is present. While there are laptops and tablets with built-in wireless access, few people can afford the premium cost and reduced flexibility of being tied into a single wireless carrier. Prepaid Wireless Internet allows you to gain this flexible access with no contract. These products are handy when you need to get your laptop, Chromebook, car, or tablet online, anywhere and at anytime. Advantages of Mobile Hot Spots:

  • Flexibility
  • Cost
  • Performance

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What is an Unlocked Android Smartphone? What do I look for?

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Last Update: 6/6/2020

Samsung Galaxy S4 Unlocked Smartphone

What is an Unlocked Smartphone?

Unlocked Smartphones like an Unlocked Android cell phone allow you to use the phone on any cellular network (provided it is wireless compatible), you are no longer locked to a single carrier or stuck in a 2 year contract! An unlocked smartphone is a phone that is not tied to a specific carrier or contract. Freedom! You can sign up for low cost no contract cell phone plans from $30 a month.

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All About Mail in Rebates Part 2: The Do’s and Don’ts of Submitting for a Rebate

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Last Update: 4/13/2016

Mail-in Rebates

So, after reading All About Mail in Rebates Part 1, you know the “why” of the rebate, let’s discuss the “how.”

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All About Rebates Part 1: What is a Mail in Rebate? Why Should I Submit for a Rebate?

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Last Update: 4/13/2016

Mail-in Rebates

Do you hate rebates?  We do too.  Here is how to make them work in your favor.

A rebate, by definition is a money back after you purchase an item. They are usually a partial refund of the purchase price. Mail in rebates (MIR) are ones where you fill out a form and get money back. Rebates are given by either the store or the manufacturer of the product. Manufacturer rebates are sometimes valid only at a particular store.

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