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Do I have to get a data plan with a "Data Phone"?
I'm looking at the Nokia E71x and the LG Incite because it has Wi-Fi, but I don't want to pay anything for a data plan. I just want a simple voice plan with one of those two phones and then use Wi Fi for data. Will that work?
Thank you.
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Zombiehunter
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15 years ago
That is correct. I also received my rebate without having a data plan. I have 3 Blackjack2s and none have data plans, only unlimited family text. I also had CS turn off all access to data and the text plan works fine.
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dmapr
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tthunt55
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15 years ago
Thank you.
Then why did the sales rep at the ATT strongly stated that I "had to get a data plan" with those phones?
Are they just trying to make money or are they ill informed?
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tthunt55
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15 years ago
Just to be certain. I can get the 450 minute plan for $40/month and nothing else and still have Wi Fi access with one of those phones (or another phone that supports Wi Fi)?
Thank you.
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scooterjes
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15 years ago
In order to get the mail in rebate there may be a req to have the data plan always be sure you read the terms on ANY rebate/discount/ect as there may be deal breakers in there.
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dmapr
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15 years ago
Correct. If you also are not planning to use messaging you may want to call CS and ask to put a data block on the account — AT&T phones just love to jump to the internet at a wrong touch of a button. If you do want to use messaging, blocking data will render MMS & IM inoperable.
I think sooterjes is right about the reasons the sales person told you the data plan is required — but you end up paying much more than the rebate amount.
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tthunt55
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I'm looking at phones and plans online at letstalk and wirefly and it seems like I can get a Wi Fi type phone for free if I get the 450 minute plan (that costs $40/month) and that's it.
Then I'll just call CS to put a data block on so that ONLY Wi Fi can get data.
Does that sound correct?
Thank you so much!
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Smurfette27
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