OT: Pre-Paid Cell Phones

[Dale Farnsworth]

Nathan wrote:
> I am looking for a pre-paid cell phone rather than another contract.
> 
> The three available in my area are
> 
> Tracfone
> 
> Net10
> 
> Verizon InPulse
> 
> Have any of you used any of these, what is your opinion of it? Please 
> only these as that is all that is available in my area.

I use tracfone.  Tracfone uses a variety of carriers, so you can't
predict coverage with any certainty.  But I've been a very satisfied
customer for several years.  My last payment was for 2 years of service
for about $150.  That includes about 900 minutes that don't expire,
provided I maintain service.  Extra minutes are 10 cents, under
their double-minute plan.  Text messages (both incoming and outgoing)
deduct 1/3 minute.

-Dale