Free Cell Phones
Yep, it can get pretty confusing all right, but TMI Wireless has made choosing a cell phone and a cell plan a whole lot easier. You are provided with all the information you need to make an educated purchase. You can research rate plan information, view graphical coverage maps of plans in your home area, view detailed pictures and descriptions of phones.
On the TMI Wireless Website the search for the cell phone and cell plan right for you all begins with your ZIP Code.
You'll notice that you are asked for your ZIP code when you wish to view phones and calling plans. This matches the region of the country you live in with the calling plans available in your home area. You may also qualify for special phone prices through promotions in your region.
What's really great about TMIWireless, is that you can find a large variety of the latest models of cell phones absolutely FREE when you sign up for a cell plan! On top of that, all phones are shipped to you FREE. So the total savings really add up nicely!
You can find free cell phones from all the major providers: Cingular Wireless, Sprint PCS, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless.
Tips For Choosing a Phone and Plan:
Choosing a phone and rate plan might seem like a difficult task at first. However, it's really quite easy by asking yourself a handful of questions:
Where will you be using your phone the most? If you travel frequently (several times per month) and need to stay in touch with friends & family at home while you are away, then make sure the plan you choose has free nationwide long distance included (most national calling plans that are $39.99 or higher have this feature). If you travel a lot on business, you may want to get a phone that has good email or text messaging support. PDA phones, Blackberry phones, etc are good choices to stay productive while being mobile.
Do you want a camera phone? Many phone models now include a built-in camera so you can take pictures in those rare moments where you would never have been able to before. This is a great tool that you can use for creative things like taking a snapshot of a product in a store that you want to remember to buy for your loved one later after she/he gives you a subtle hint of interest! Or, capturing any sort of image that might be useful as "proof" for the future (auto accidents, crimes in progress, etc). On the flip side, some companies do not permit camera phones in their facilities. You may want to check your employer's policy regarding this before getting a camera phone.
Will you be making calls during "peak" hours? Most plans have higher per minute charges for calls made during peak hours. "Peak" hours vary depending on the wireless carrier you choose. Typically, peak ours are from 5 or 6AM to 9 PM, Monday through Friday. If you make most of your calls during peak hours, you should buy a plan that includes all the minutes you need. For example, if you can keep your average weekday/peak calls to 30 minutes or less per day, then you should get a calling plan that includes 600 anytime/peak minutes.
Who will you call most? Most carriers offer free calling between subscribers (e.g., mobile to mobile or in-network calling). So, if you have certain friends, associates, and family members that you call frequently, then you may want to choose the carrier that they use to take advantage of free in-network calling. If you make frequent calls to land-line phones (for work, business, personal, etc), then you should get a plan that includes a lot of anytime/peak minutes. Though the monthly cost is higher, you will save a lot of money doing this versus getting hit with high per-minute overage charges on low monthly plans.
