Free Cell Phones and Cheap Plans

Free Cell Phones?
Cellular service providers entice people into contracts by offering free cell phones. Generally, there is an additional charge to get the really fancy phones with all the latest features.Some companies not only won't charge you for the cell phone, they'll also send you money. In 2009, letstalk.com offered several free cell phones that after rebates and discounts, would net you $25. They include Samsung's Eternity, Impression and Solstice; Sony's Ericsson W518A and W760A and several others. But to get any of these phones and the money back, you must sign a contract for service with AT&T.If you opt for signing up for a plan for the sole purpose of getting the phone, there could be some pretty costly consequences. Cellular companies have caught on to this trick and will not hesitate to put a mark on your credit and many times will go to the trouble of obtaining a judgment to recover not only the retail cost of the phone along but also the balance due on the contract; so that phone you got for free could cost thousands if you're sued. As of 2009, free cell phones always required a new contract or an extension of an existing contract.
Disposable Cell Phones
A 2008 article in the New York Daily News discusses what is probably the most inexpensive, no-frills, cell phone on the market called the Hop-On. For only $10, the phone claims compatibility with more than 40 U.S. service providers. This disposable phone offers four hours of talk time and 150 hours of standby time. It has a built-in flashlight and voice mail. There is a $5 rebate for recycling the phone rather than throwing it away. So if you recycle the phone, it only costs $5.
Prepaid Cell Phones
Prepaid cell phones are available in places like Walmart, Kmart; Walgreens, Target and even some grocery stores. Prepaid phones are a bargain since the cost of the phone is relatively low and you pay for a specific number of minutes. They are convenient for the person who only wants a cell phone for emergency use or for the person who makes very few calls. Most companies that provide cellular service have prepaid cell phones available and additional minutes can be purchased from their stores.
Used Cell Phones
Used cell phones are phones that have been rebuilt or refurbished, and the styles can be somewhat outdated. Some places offer newer models, but these phones are not always the most cost-effective. In some cases it would be better to purchase a new phone. Guarantees are not long-lasting, either, since some of them offer only a 30-day guarantee. The prices on these cell phones can range from as little as $29 to more than $400.
Cheap Calling Plans
Calling plans range in cost per minute. Some plans offer rates as low as 2 cents per minute. In 2009, Tracphone offered cellular service starting at less than $10 per month with no contracts. Jitterbug is offering no long-term contracts, no roaming fees and minutes can be added that will not expire for a year. Nextel offer a basic calling plan for $29.99 per month on a two-year contract and offers a choice of free phones with the plan.

How to Send Free SMS Via KyivStar

1. Open the KyivStar 'Send SMS' page (see Resources for a link to this page).
2. Add the prefix to the recipient's number. You can select it from the drop-down menu, for instance, 067 or 098.
3. Enter the recipient's cell phone number in the 'Number' field.
4. Select the radio button next to 'Roman (English)' or 'Cyrillic (Ukrainian)' to specify the language in which you want to send the SMS.
5. Write your message in the message box. You can write up to 120 characters per SMS.
6. Click 'Send.' Your SMS will be sent to the recipient.

How Can I Download Music From My Computer Onto My Net10 Phone?

1. Launch Windows Media Player from the 'Programs' section of your computer. If you don't have the software already, download the latest version from the Microsoft website.
2. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on your phone and the large end into your computer. Wait for the computer to register the new device.
3. Select USB mode. Newer phones will automatically select the USB mode; if yours doesn't, select the option that uses the word 'Media.'
4. Go to Windows Media Player and click the 'Sync' tab located on the top right-hand side of the screen.
5. Click on your music 'Library' on the left-hand side of the screen to view all the music on your computer. Select any music you want to copy to your Net 10 phone by clicking on the song or album title and dragging it to the 'Sync List' on the right hand side of the media player.
6. Click the 'Start Sync' button at the bottom of the 'Sync List.'
7. Wait for the music to finish transferring to your phone and the 'Sync List' to say 'Safe to Disconnect,' then remove your phone from the USB cable.

How to Track a Landline Phone Number for Free

1. Browse to the White Pages website (see References for the link).
2. Type the area code and phone number you wish to track into the box under 'Reverse Phone.'
3. Click the 'Find' button. The names and addresses associated with the phone number will be shown under 'Results.'

How to Send Receive SMS With Bluetooth

Sending an SMS
1. Open your computer's 'Control Panel' and double-click 'Hardware and Sound.'
2. Double-click 'Bluetooth Devices' and select 'Add Wireless Device' to pair your cellular phone to your computer.
3. Open your computer's 'Address Book' (for Mac) or 'Contacts' (for PC) and right-click the phone number from an address card to which you want to send an SMS.
4. Select 'Send SMS Message' from the pop-up menu.
5. Type in your message and click 'Send.'
Receiving an SMS
6. Pair your cellular phone to your computer with the 'Add Wireless Device' function in your computer's 'Control Panel.' Navigate to 'Hardware and Sound,' then 'Bluetooth Devices.'
7. Open the 'Address Book' (for Mac) or 'Contacts' (for PC) application on your computer. A pop-up window will appear when you receive an incoming message.
8. Click 'Save to Note' if the sender is in your Address Book or Contacts and you want to save the message to that person's address card.

How to Re

1. Add money to your Boost account over the phone by dialing '#233' from your Boost phone or (888) 266-7848 from another phone. Tell the customer service rep you want to Re-Boost your account.
2. Purchase a Re-Boost PIN. You can buy the PIN at local retailers or Boost dealers.
3. Redeem the PIN or add money using a debit card or credit card by logging into your Boost account and clicking the 'Add money' tab. You can also redeem the PIN by calling the toll-free number.
4. Go to your local Boost Mobile dealer. You can find locations near you in the phone book, or by using the store locator on the Boost Mobile website.

How to Find Free Legal Advice

1. Use a law website. The Law Guru and The Law websites have legal research and attorneys online to give out free legal advice.
2. Email or call an attorney. Find an attorney's email or phone number online and pose your legal query to them. They may reply with a quick response instead of having you come in for a legal consultation.
3. Check online forums. Law forums, like the ones found on World Law Direct, allow users to discuss their legal problems with lawyers throughout the country.
4. Go in for a free consultation with a lawyer. Before a lawyer requires a retainer, they may offer a chance for you to come in at no cost to see whether or not you have a case.
5. Look through law books. Go to the library and ask the librarian to direct you to the section of law books. Look through current editions to find information on your legal problem.