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<blockquote data-quote="Bagels" data-source="post: 1189492" data-attributes="member: 43436"><p>Metro PCS is currently in the process of acquiring the much larger T-Mobile, although the merged company will retain the T-Mobile name and technology. Hence why T-Mobile is abandoning the traditional postpaid format, migrating toward the prepaid one employed by Metro PCS since its inception.</p><p></p><p>Key an eye out for promotions offered by Metro PCS. This calendar year, they've offered their standard service (unlimited talk, text, web - limits on 4G amount) for $30, as well as a family package of 4 lines for $100. They've also offered an unlimited talk & text (only) plan for $20. All offers include tax and are valid for the life of your phone. I live on the VERY edge of Metro PCS's service, and find their call quality to be excellent. In fact, AT&T and Sprint inconsistently get signals here. 4G is acceptable, equivalent to economy broadband / others' 3G service. Once 4G is depleted, you go to 2G (no 3G at Metro PCS).</p><p></p><p>- - - </p><p></p><p>For those looking to save $$$, I always recommend:</p><p></p><p>Wireless Phone: MetroPCS as discussed above; other prepaid providers will be a better deal than the postpaid you're currently on </p><p></p><p>Home Phone: netTALK DUO, Magic Jack Plus and OOma will give you one-year unlimited phone with common features like voicemail - compatible with your existing phone - for <strong>less than $30/year</strong>. Must buy device for $50-$100, but includes first years' service. (These are VOIP services, but will be comparable to a traditional landline if your internet service is decent).</p><p></p><p>Internet: Most Internet provides offer their lowest-tier service for about $40/month. With speed increases, you really don't need anything stronger -- it'll stream most NetFlix movies in HD without a problem. To save even more, take advantage of 6-month, 9-month or 12-month promotions, rotating between providers. Comcast offered Economy internet only earlier this year for $15/month for the first year, $25/month for the second. (Note: if you have a family relying on streaming media, you'll have to purchase greater speed.)</p><p></p><p>TV: A set of bunny ears and your Internet service will provide you access to hours of entertainment. You may wish to buy a discounted iTunes gift card or NetFlix subscription if you desire more. Sports fans will need to buy a traditional cable package. For best deals, rotate among your local providers regularly.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Bagels, post: 1189492, member: 43436"] Metro PCS is currently in the process of acquiring the much larger T-Mobile, although the merged company will retain the T-Mobile name and technology. Hence why T-Mobile is abandoning the traditional postpaid format, migrating toward the prepaid one employed by Metro PCS since its inception. Key an eye out for promotions offered by Metro PCS. This calendar year, they've offered their standard service (unlimited talk, text, web - limits on 4G amount) for $30, as well as a family package of 4 lines for $100. They've also offered an unlimited talk & text (only) plan for $20. All offers include tax and are valid for the life of your phone. I live on the VERY edge of Metro PCS's service, and find their call quality to be excellent. In fact, AT&T and Sprint inconsistently get signals here. 4G is acceptable, equivalent to economy broadband / others' 3G service. Once 4G is depleted, you go to 2G (no 3G at Metro PCS). - - - For those looking to save $$$, I always recommend: Wireless Phone: MetroPCS as discussed above; other prepaid providers will be a better deal than the postpaid you're currently on Home Phone: netTALK DUO, Magic Jack Plus and OOma will give you one-year unlimited phone with common features like voicemail - compatible with your existing phone - for [B]less than $30/year[/B]. Must buy device for $50-$100, but includes first years' service. (These are VOIP services, but will be comparable to a traditional landline if your internet service is decent). Internet: Most Internet provides offer their lowest-tier service for about $40/month. With speed increases, you really don't need anything stronger -- it'll stream most NetFlix movies in HD without a problem. To save even more, take advantage of 6-month, 9-month or 12-month promotions, rotating between providers. Comcast offered Economy internet only earlier this year for $15/month for the first year, $25/month for the second. (Note: if you have a family relying on streaming media, you'll have to purchase greater speed.) TV: A set of bunny ears and your Internet service will provide you access to hours of entertainment. You may wish to buy a discounted iTunes gift card or NetFlix subscription if you desire more. Sports fans will need to buy a traditional cable package. For best deals, rotate among your local providers regularly. [/QUOTE]
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