since i dont want my daugther to be addicted by smart phone, can i just buy her this phone for regular use (dial in-out) without data plan?
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yes you can .. I have used it both ways but currently use it only for phoning and texting.
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The processor in the phone is very slow, it has very little memory available - so loading webpages takes FOREVER. Using the internet on this phone is frustrating and would make it hard to get addicted to the internet capabilities. So I guess the long answer to your question is yes.
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You can as long as you have all her contacts. However, if she needs assistance in operating phone, she will have to have someone show her. The phone is easy to use, but eyesight and memory issues may still cause problems in usage.
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Is there any way to NOT sign up for a data plan when you buy a smartphone out of contract? (like for example this one) Does buying an unlocked smartphone help?
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Yes if you intend to keep the Phone firm ware up to date and browse internet. If you dont have a data plan do not turn on your phone's Mobile network data settings.
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You don't UNLESS you choose to use the web features of the phone. The phone has limited web capability that will require a data transfer. If you tell your provider you will not be using the web features then they will shut that portion of your phone off and you wont have to.
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Yes , the reason I got this phone was that I did not want a "smart phone" and monthly fee for a data package. You can use this as a basic phone , but has an awesome camera, and easy texting :)
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No you don"t. I have one and it does not require a data plan, if they start to charge you for one, you can cancel it and still be able to use the phone, but it is difficult to receive picture messages on.
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Yes you would need a data plan as this particular phone does not allow you to have wi-fi capability. I hope this will help your decision.
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No a data plan is not required. However, if you are buying this phone to use with an existing phone plan that you have with AT&T; in order to avoid a data charge for a new smartphone through AT&T;, and you wanting to switch sim cards between the phones. AT&T; will *happily* add a data charge to this phone. Best bet is to cancel the service you have (if you are out of you contracted obligation) and use the sim that comes with the phone and follow the setup instructions that also come with the phone.
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Nope. I've had mine for 2 years and my hubby has had his for a year and neither of us have a data plan. You can access the internet from the phone if you have one, but if you don't get one, you can just use it for calls and texts.
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It does not require a data plan. We have the phone on our family plan, with talk and unlimited texting.
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You can purchase AT&T; 3G or 4G without any contract - just as needed. If you have wi-fi available, you can shut off the cellular data. I switch back and forth at my convenience.
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No this is not a smart phone. You can access the internet if you want but you do not have to sign up for a data plan with this phone. I think this is a great phone for those like myself who cannot afford the smart phone plans. I have had two of these now, and have recommended it to my husband.
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It will operate without a data plan. However the carriers will detect you using the data and attempt to charge you. It's a fantastic phone and will work anywhere
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When I had this phone in the US, through a contract with Cricket, I was paying for data. You can probably use it without a data plan, but you'll have to be careful to not use the internet features of the phone.
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Yes. The data plans on this type of device is different than your smartphone, so you would have to change that IF you want to have data. You could hypothetically just keep a calling plan and unlimited messaging if you want messaging. You will also lose access to 4g networks which you can't use on this phone anyway.
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O. Gaynor, you can use this phone on AT&T; without a data plan. I am sure several folks do it. I use it, but with teh media net plan, not a smartphone data plan. I am 100% sure you can use this phone without any kind of data plan. For its price, it's a very solid smartphone.