New Cell Phone

I just bought a new cell phone. I have had the same one for 7 years, well it is the second one of the same model when the first one wouldn't take a charge anymore. The only upgrade was a new 3 buck cover because the screen was really scratched up and the case was really dinged from dropping it. Here are my thoughts on the process.

1. The Cell phone store was the most expensive place to buy the phone. But it was good to go and physically handle it so I could check things like the feel, the weight and if the buttons were big enough for my husbands fingers. They did say they would waive the 18 buck phone activation fee.

2. Amazon.com And other online stores had the best prices, but they required a rebate process that could take up to 6 months. But Amazon rules in user opinions and was where I went to check my choices for pros and cons.

3. I chose my provider's site because the online discount was immediate, making the price free. They did say there would be the 18 dollar activation fee but that will show up on the billing. I am curious to see if they will also waive it. So no initial outlay, a new model Bluetooth ready phone with camera and radio built in, and free 2 day shipping.

4. Finally I kept the same plan I had. I have a pile of available rollover minutes and they will stay with the new contract. IF I had changed the plan, I would have lost the rollover minutes.