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You're Probably Paying Too Much for a Plan You Don't Need Read

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Posted on 7/10/2010 11:04 EST
Filed in: ATT, Calling Plans, Cellphone, Cheap Cellphone, Cheap iPhone, Cheap Mobile, iPhone, Mobile, T-Mobile, Verizon

Cellphone bills are no joke. Lots of minutes you may not use and hefty fees that seem excessive. Time urges readers to look for cheaper ways to buy the service you need. Good luck.

"By one estimate, 70% of cell phone users are "way oversubscribed," meaning that they're paying--overpaying really--for a plan with more minutes and texts than they need.

This is one of the many factoids presented in a recent WSJ story that everyone with a cell phone should read. You should especially take note if you have a family plan, an unlimited plan, or if you have a smartphone--because if any of these apply, you're more likely to be paying more than is necessary..."

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