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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE / 5G data | $ 25 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited Unlimited (Reduced speeds after 20 GB of usage per line) | $ 29 .99 /mo + $10 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | 50 GB 5G LTE data, then slowed (no overages) | $ 50 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 35GB of usage per month) | $ 0 /mo + $10 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 35GB of usage per month) | $ 0 /mo + $10 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G LTE data (may be slowed after 23GB of usage per month) | $ 0 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 100 GB | $ 1,020 /mo Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited | $ 22 .50 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE / 5G data | $ 25 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited Unlimited (Reduced speeds after 20 GB of usage per line) | $ 29 .99 /mo + $10 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited | $ 32 .50 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 25 GB 4G LTE data, then slowed (no overages) | $ 45 /mo + $0.99 Upfront Link not provided |
63 Phones Available | Unlimited Minutes | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 35GB of usage per month) | $ 50 /mo Link not provided | |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | 50 GB 5G LTE data, then slowed (no overages) | $ 50 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G Data (may be slowed after 100GB of usage per month) | $ 55 /mo + $30 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited Data speeds capped at 3Mbps | $ 55 /mo + $9.99 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G Data (may be slowed after 100GB of usage per month) | $ 55 /mo + $30 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 60 GB 4G LTE data, then slowed (no overages) | $ 55 /mo + $0.99 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 50GB of usage per month) | $ 59 .99 /mo |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed during network congestion) | $ 60 /mo + $9.99 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes Unlimited to Mexico, China, India & Canada | 25 GB 4G LTE data, then slowed (no overages) | $ 60 /mo + $0.99 Upfront Link not provided |
62 Phones Available | Unlimited Minutes | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 35GB of usage per month) | $ 60 /mo Link not provided | |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 50GB of usage per month) | $ 60 /mo + $3.99 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed during network congestion) | $ 65 /mo + $24.95 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G LTE Data (may be slowed during network congestion) | $ 65 /mo + $30 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G Data | $ 65 /mo + $30 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 100GB of usage per month) | $ 70 /mo + $30 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 50GB of usage per month) | $ 75 /mo + $24.95 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G LTE Data (may be slowed after 25GB of usage per month) | $ 80 /mo + $30 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G LTE Data (may be slowed after 22GB of usage per month) | $ 85 /mo + $25 Upfront |
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| Unlimited Minutes + Unlimited Texts | Unlimited 4G/5G LTE Data | $ 85 /mo + $30 Upfront Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 30 GB | $ 320 /mo Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 40 GB | $ 420 /mo Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 50 GB | $ 520 /mo Link not provided |
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| Unlimited Minutes | 80 GB | $ 820 /mo Link not provided |
For a long time, the technology in smartphones was evolving faster than the 'Big Four' wireless carriers in the United States. As phones grew into robust, pocket-sized computers, carriers enforced small data plans, limits on minutes, and expensive charges for exceeding a monthly allotment of text messages. That is no longer the case, thankfully. Over the past four years or so, the industry has gotten far more competitive and innovative. The result is that there has never been a better time to shop for a new wireless plan, or an entirely new wireless carrier, in West Virginia. If you're in the market for a better plan that can fit with your unique usage patterns, there is much to consider before heading out to shop and make a commitment.
Before signing up for cellphone service, people need to confirm that local coverage is available. The best provider may differ depending on where a person works, lives and shops in West Virginia. You can also benefit from finding out if service is offered in other areas that they frequently visit. A plan may cost relatively little, but it isn't worth the expense if 'no signal' errors frequently appear.
The good news is that major cellphone services generally provide thorough coverage in nearly all U.S. cities. Nonetheless, it makes sense to compare multiple companies' coverage areas and find out if they serve the entire region. This is a more important consideration for people who frequently travel to different parts of the United States. 'Dead zones' remain more widespread in small towns and rural areas.
Typical cell phone users in West Virginia look for a plan that will allow them the basics- to send and receive text messages, make calls and use their data when needed. A wireless service depends on factors such as minutes offered, text message limits, and data limits.
Depending on how much you plan to use your cell phone, choose a plan that you are certain will meet your needs. We allow you to search different carriers and their plan types with our service and you will see the savings you could get by choosing that particular plan. You'll choose from three categories for wireless plans.
These plans are: individual plans, family plans, and no contract plans.
Individual plans, or single line plans, only include one line per plan. The line includes talk, text and data usage and will not include any other device or phone. When you don't have children or a spouse, a single line may be the best cell phone plan for your needs.
A family plan is the best choice when you have multiple phone users in your family, as it mixes up plan offers and devices. If you are in need of two or more lines, this plan is probably the best choice, even though it will cost a bit more. Everyone who has a phone in these plans will share minutes, data and text messages, so it is important to choose a plan that will cover the needs of absolutely everyone in your family.
A prepaid, or pay-as-you-go, month-to-month cell phone plan is also known as a no contract plan. These are generally flexible by way of pricing and payments. Pay-as-you-go phones offer way more options nowadays than when they first came out for sale. Most West Virginia department stores offer prepaid phones that you can purchase and start using right away. Simply pay for the features you want. However, you may be required to pay additional fees and the price of the actual phone may be higher, unless you pick a very cheap model. Many pay-as-you-go companies now offer the latest smartphones as well, and you will never be bound to a contract with this type.
When you choose a carrier that offers contract plans, you are typically being asked to sign up for a minimum of one year, but more than likely you'll be bound by contract for two years. This is a good choice if you want the newest smartphone but can't afford to pay for it upfront, as you can pay in monthly installments as part of your actual phone bill. When you wish to cancel, you either have to wait until the contract is up or pay an early termination fee, which could be hundreds of dollars, depending on the amount of months that you have left.
Choosing the right plan requires consideration of the types of services a person really needs. As mentioned previously, most carriers offer three primary services: minutes, text messaging and data usage.
The cheapest plans often limit the amount of minutes and text messages used on a phone line. Some are 400 or less; others might be as high as 1,000 minutes per month. For the person who talks extensively on his or her cell phone, an unlimited plan is the better selection.
No contract plans require loading the cell phone with a certain number of paid minutes. More time is added once the prepaid amount has been used.
Most carriers in West Virginia charge a lot for huge amounts of data usage since this has become a major factor in the way customers choose their cell phone plans. With plans often priced per megabyte and gigabyte, going over data limits can become very expensive when overages start adding up. Choosing a plan that covers data usage needs will help customers avoid overly expensive cell phone bills.
Now that you know which kind of cell phone plan you want, it's now time to make another important decision: what do you need each month in terms of minutes, text messages, and data? This used to be a slightly complex decision to have to make, but that is no longer the case due to changes in the wireless industry. Current cell phone plans have almost all dropped limits on calling minutes and texts messages. Postpaid family plans and individual plans at Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, all include unlimited talk and text. Only a small number of no contract prepaid plans still enforce limits.
The good news is that you can choose to look at only the amount of data that you need on a monthly basis. Two of the major carriers make this decision pretty simple, while two of the other major carriers require a bit more decision making before choosing a plan. Here's what to keep in mind when selecting a cell phone plan in West Virginia:
Like T-Mobile, Sprint recently unveiled a flat-rate, all-unlimited mobile plan for new and existing subscribers. Customers who prefer not to get an unlimited plan can opt for a 'shared' amount of data that can be used by all lines attached to the account. By default, data speeds on limited plans slow down after all data has been used. Customers can buy a high-speed pass if they wish to have more full-speed data until the end of the month, however.
The Un-Carrier, as T-Mobile has dubbed itself, recently made a move toward unlimited data for all. The company added to its Simple Choice plan lineup with T-Mobile ONE, an unlimited, single plan for individuals or families. T-Mobile Simple Choice plans are still available for customers who prefer them, however. These plans feature data rollover and no overage charges, so there's no extra fees added to the bill based on your usage.
Verizon got rid of overages early in 2016 and started offering rollover data for its shared data plans. Verizon's plans are similar to AT&T's, however an unlimited data option is not available to new customers at all.
AT&T offers unlimited data only to customers who also have DIRECTV or AT&T Internet. Otherwise, customers have shared data plans with every line on their account. In 2016, AT&T introduced a no-overages policy that throttles data to 2G speeds when a data bucket is exhausted. The company also has its 'Stream Saver' service in 2016, which reduces the quality of all streaming video and uses data more slowly as a result.
Smaller prepaid carriers, called Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), usually operate on one of the four above networks and resell services to no-commitment customers. These plans cover West Virginia and change very frequently, but they do often represent a good savings each month.
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