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Google's Nexus One Phone: Cheaper than the iPhone?

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Every time a new phone comes out, it’s time to evaluate your current situation and see if there is a cheaper option for your cell phone needs. If you are in the middle of a contract, of course you are better to wait until it runs out and look at what is available at that time. If you are not in a contract right now, you should look at the latest new phones and see if they may be cheaper.  
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Save Money With The Right Family Cell Phone Plan

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In the past ten years the number of people using cell phones has grown from just a few to millions. Advances in technology have allowed cell phone users to not only have smaller phones that can literally go anywhere but also more affordable plans than their predecessors. With the number of phones, features and plans available it is not surprising that almost everyone from the very young to the very old carries a cell phone today.
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Save money on cell phone bills

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With the popularity of cells phones constantly on the rise, sometimes it almost seems as if they are a necessity,  and some people have even diteched their land lines in favor of cell phones.

With the confusing contracts, costly extras to you in, and ridiculous roaming charges the price for communication can be through the roof. Like any other expense, the key to keeping the bill down is to learn about the fees you are paying and be strategic. Check out our list of 15 tips on saving money on cell phone bills.          Read the rest...



Flat-rate cell phone plans

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By now most people have heard of the new wave of "UNLIMITED",or flat-rate, no contract cell phone services. The general benefit of these is that for a set price, you get to use the phone as much as you want, without worrying about "going over" your minutes for some ridiculous fee, another benefit is the fact that there is no contract. If you don't pay the bill the only consequence is that you don't have service.Read the rest...



Has your cell phone contract expired ? You could get a great deal.

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Call your cell phone provider and see if your cell phone contract has expired. The recent rash of price drops for unlimited minutes means you could be paying less now...Read the rest...



Stuck in a bad cell phone contract ? Negotiate !

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Just because your have another year left doesn't mean you can't lower your cell phone bill. Call your cell provider, but have the right information. Have your last 2-3 bills handy, so you know how many minutes you are using, as well as use of data or text messaging. You'll need that to research what other carriers are offering that matches your needs. And, do your homework on what they are offering new customers.Read the rest...



check your cell phone's voicemail from a landline

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Did you know you can check your cell phone's voicemail from your home phone or another land line ? Just call your cell phone number, and when the voice mail picks up, press the star key (*). It will then prompt you for your password, and let you check your voice mail just like you are on the cell phone. If you spend a lot of time with voice mail, this could save you enough minutes to fit back in your plan.Read the rest...



compare pre-paid mobile cell phone plans before you buy

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The market for pre-paid cell phones is very crowded, and the various companies that sell them are taking advantage of the confusion that creates.

For example, if you compare just on the cost per minute, you could end up making a mistake. Some providers charge an additional dollar per day over and above the per minute charge. With such a variety of carriers, like T-Mobile, ATT Go Phones, Net10, Tracfone, Virgin, etc, it's also even hard to tell who offers service in your area....Read the rest...



On the road ? Make calls with your computer instead of your cell phone

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Many hotels now offer free wifi service, so you can skip using the expensive hotel phone, and also skip using your cell phone minutes. Especially when you are out of town, or out of the country, your cell phone provider can charge roaming minutes.

So, just buy an inexpensive headset with a microphone, and use one of the following services to make calls from your computer: Read the rest...



Don't Call 411 for directory information ... get 411 for free.

Calling 411 from either your home phone or cell phone will hit you with additional charges from your carrier.
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Charges on wireless carriers for 411 calls range from $1.49 for Verizon, up to $1.75 for ATT wireless. And your home phone charges you as well. That's per call, so those charges add up very quickly.

But, you don't have to pay those fees. There are several free 411 services out there to choose from. A few more digits to dial, but why not put one of them into a speed dial button ? Here's a summary of three of the best free 411 services:Read the rest...

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