Sunday, February 19, 2012

Cellular Plans And What's In It For You

By Cole Harris


You should give a lot of consideration to plans when choosing a cell phone. There never seems to be enough cellular phone plans to choose from, with different features and benefits. Before you agree to a cell phone plan, there are a lot of things to be mindful of. Let us take a look at some of these things.

Find out your specific needs. Get an estimate of the number of minutes you use for calls, if you have an existing mobile phone plan. Take a look at your first statement if you need help. Enumerate the things that you like and don't like with your plan. To cite an example, do you get high charges for roaming calls? Are you charged a high amount for daytime calls?

The next step would be data gathering. Without research, how would you expect to successfully find a good plan that gives you what you need? You can do this by surfing the Internet. Check all the mobile phone companies in your area and list down their plans and offers. Taking notes is mandatory while you can also get a quote or a brochure in addition.

Check all the plans you've noted and start comparing. Compare the costs per minute on the different plans. How much do the minutes that you're using cost right now? How much do you pay if you go over your allowance? Any other additional charges to get the phone? Can you save your present phone as a backup? Compare charges incurred for texting, making video calls, sending MMS or picture messages, and the like. Does the phone being offered suit your needs perfectly?

Be wary of the warranty details. What's in it for you if your phone suddenly breaks down?

The last thing you need to note is the length of your cellular phone plan. Do not consider any plans with onerous contract terms, including termination fees that are too high or terms that are too long.

It's easy to compare available cellular phone plans and offers if you have a knowledge of the specifics, the contract itself,and know how to avoid or lessen any costs, hidden or not.




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