Monday, July 1, 2013

How do you buy a cell phone without having to buy the plan?

Question by cookie_bear5: How do you buy a cell phone without having to buy the plan?
I want a new T-Mobile cell phone and usually buying it online gives you discount than going to the store, but when I want to buy a cell online, i always have to choose a plan? I just want the cell phone and I already have a SIM card, family plan, and unlimited texting.

Do I have to choose a plan to get the cell?


Best answer:

Answer by Scott E
yes,If I were u I would nuy a phone off of ebay



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4 comments:

  1. You shouldn't have to. My girlfriend just bought an HTC Fuze with AT&T without a new plan. You would probably be better off calling/e-mailing T-Mobile and getting this resolved though.

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  2. nahh just find a your phone on ebay or something. all you have to do is switch your sim card out and you won't have to buy a new plan or anything.
    plus if you find it on ebay, it will probably be a lot cheaper.

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  3. First of all, you can see if you qualify for upgrade. Just go into a T-Mobile store and ask them to check your account. You will need the account holder's last 4 digits of the social security number. If you quality for an upgrade, then you should be able to keep the same plan and get a new phone at a discount. If you do not qualify for upgrade, then the cost of the phone is going to be very high if you buy it at a store. The reason for this is because cell phone companies discount the phone when you sign or renew a contract. If you're not doing any of those things, then they have no incentive to give you a discount on the phone. Here in California, craigslist is a popular place to get used cell phones. If craigslist is not available where you're at, eBay is also a good option. Just make sure you check the seller's feedback and carefully read the item description and return policy.

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  4. Yes you can buy one without the plan, example:

    http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001U61G7Y/?tag=clogui-20

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