Mobile Phones

[Guest BlueSpark]

About 3 months ago I changed mobile carriers. I accepted the free phone and have been happy with my service.

 

Now I would like to purchase a new phone. The mobile company has the phone listed at two rates in their stores $149. & $29. I thought the higher price was retail and the lower for new activations. Was I wrong, it will cost me $249. for the same cellular phone.

 

Apparently both of the listed prices are related to activations. I checked other carriers and they had the same pricing structure. Unless I'm considered a "blue customer" or wait 12 months I would have to pay the full retail value. Even a plan upgrade will not result in the new phone at the more reasonable price.

 

Any suggestions?

[Guest Tampa Yankee]

You're gonna get screwed.

 

Such is the nature of US Mobile Phone companies. x(

 

>Any suggestions?

 

Take your favorite lube along when you get your phone.... and relax and enjoy it. :+

[tazmanian5230]

Get the insurance on your plan which covers the phone, When you loose the phone you will be able to upgrade for a small fee......

ALWAYS HAVE INSURANCE !! :+