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Pay-As-You-Go vs. Monthly Plans: Which Saves More for Light Phone Users?
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Light phone users may be paying for data they never use. Here's how pay-as-you-go and low-cost monthly plans really compare.
By Choncé Maddox
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Keeping Your Number When You Switch Phone Plans: What Can Go Wrong and How to Avoid It
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A simple checklist to keep your number, avoid delays and protect your phone plan deals.
By Paige Cerulli
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Do You Really Need All Those Phone Plan Perks?
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Unlimited data plans now come bundled with streaming, travel perks and device deals — but many people pay for extras they rarely use.
By Choncé Maddox
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How Verizon’s Free Phone Deals Work
What shoppers need to know about eligibility, bill credits and plan costs.
By Paige Cerulli
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $4.99 a Month: A Closer Look at Verizon’s Deal
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Verizon’s aggressive pricing makes Samsung’s top-tier phone tempting, but the real cost depends on your plan and how long you stay.
By Carla Ayers
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Metro by T-Mobile Is Giving Away This Samsung Galaxy A16: Which Plans Are Eligible?
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Metro by T-Mobile is offering free Samsung Galaxy A16 phones on eligible plans right now. Here’s how the deal works.
By Rachael Green
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Are T-Mobile's Prepaid Perks a Home Run or a Strikeout?
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T-Mobile's prepaid lineup promises MLB.TV, T-Mobile Tuesdays and hotspot data. But do the perks make it worth switching?
By Choncé Maddox
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Verizon Home Internet Is Offering Free Tech to New Customers
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Verizon’s latest home-internet promotion includes free tech, but the real savings depend on pricing, speed needs and how long you stay.
By Paige Cerulli
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Verizon’s 4-Line Phone Promo Offers Strong Value for Families Upgrading to Premium Devices
Families can upgrade to top-tier smartphones for $25 a line with Verizon’s newest offer.
By Paige Cerulli
