Oct 2, 2011

Data plan VS voice plan

Always wanted to know what the real difference is between the two, and actually the pro's and con's of each. So here it goes.

Data Plan - Pro's:

  • Browse the internet anywhere
  • Ability to use free calling via the internet
Data Plan - Con's
  • $$$ - can be costly because you normally can't get it without the voice plan and contract
  • Free internet calling has a downside - no return phone number (outgoing only) *
  • Having internet everywhere can be stressful if you always available to email requests **
Voice Plan - Pro's
  • $$ - it is a little cheaper these days with some carriers plus shorter terms with the provider.
  • Normally get a free or much reduced cost for the actual phone ***
Voice Plan - Con's
  • If you have a data plan and use internet calling, there's really no need for the voice plan and is a waste of money.
  • $$$ - when you want the extra options such as caller ID or voice mail, they are all extra and can add up.
* Incoming phone number can be purchased for a low price
** Is this a legitimate con? I am asking you, the reader, if you have this plan on how stressful it really is because I never had this yet. 
*** Also the phone doesn't need to be a "smart" one since you might not be using data

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