I was searching for cell phone upgrade deals and came across this video on youtube, talking about why it is a good idea to purchase your cell phone upgrades online to save money and replace your outdated phones with new technology.
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Verizon Extends Cell Phone Upgrade Period to Two Years
I was just checking out some industry news, and see that Verizon Wireless is going to require customers to go longer before they can upgrade their phones at a reduced price.
According to an article I read over at WJLA (an ABC affiliate), via the AP:
"Verizon Wireless, the country's largest cellphone carrier, is extending the time it takes to earn a subsidized phone upgrade from 20 months on contract to 24 months."
I personally have a Verizon Wireless Family plan- well, I guess I used to. I previously had the deal where you could add up to 5 phones and pay just $9.99 per month for each "add-a-line" phone and share all the minutes and messages. That has been replaced by their new "Share Everything" deals.
My point is: I have upgraded my Verizon Phones at a reduced cost several times over the last 12 years. In case you don't know how the cell phone subsidy system works, the cost of your equipment is subsidized when you sing a long-term agreement. Originally this was to acquire new customers. With the advent of easy number portability and wide coverage from multiple carriers, Verizon wisely saw the need to subsidize new phones for existing customers. Generally the cell phone upgrade offers were a little less attractive than the new customer incentives, but Verizon branded the "New Every 2" cell phone upgrade deal- which essentially let existing wireless customers receive a new "free" phone every two years. or they could choose to apply the subsidy towards the price of a more expensive phone.
The name was always slightly misleading, as Verizon often allowed reduced price cell phone upgrade in as little as 10-12 months. At some point, one could obtain a smaller subsidy after one year or a full subsidy just under two years.
As the article explains, the cell phone upgrade subsidy already changed "
Verizon subsidized upgrades after just 13 months until January 2011, when it introduced the 20-month period."
Because the marketing always emphasized upgrade offers at the 1 or 2 year cutoffs, I am not sure many customers realized they received a subsidy at 20 months, anyway. This may be a shrewd business decision by Verizon, because at 24 months they technically are offering the "New Every 2" scheme they previously promoted. So they will end up giving fewer discounts, but will most people notice?
According to an article I read over at WJLA (an ABC affiliate), via the AP:
"Verizon Wireless, the country's largest cellphone carrier, is extending the time it takes to earn a subsidized phone upgrade from 20 months on contract to 24 months."
I personally have a Verizon Wireless Family plan- well, I guess I used to. I previously had the deal where you could add up to 5 phones and pay just $9.99 per month for each "add-a-line" phone and share all the minutes and messages. That has been replaced by their new "Share Everything" deals.
My point is: I have upgraded my Verizon Phones at a reduced cost several times over the last 12 years. In case you don't know how the cell phone subsidy system works, the cost of your equipment is subsidized when you sing a long-term agreement. Originally this was to acquire new customers. With the advent of easy number portability and wide coverage from multiple carriers, Verizon wisely saw the need to subsidize new phones for existing customers. Generally the cell phone upgrade offers were a little less attractive than the new customer incentives, but Verizon branded the "New Every 2" cell phone upgrade deal- which essentially let existing wireless customers receive a new "free" phone every two years. or they could choose to apply the subsidy towards the price of a more expensive phone.
The name was always slightly misleading, as Verizon often allowed reduced price cell phone upgrade in as little as 10-12 months. At some point, one could obtain a smaller subsidy after one year or a full subsidy just under two years.
As the article explains, the cell phone upgrade subsidy already changed "
Verizon subsidized upgrades after just 13 months until January 2011, when it introduced the 20-month period."
Because the marketing always emphasized upgrade offers at the 1 or 2 year cutoffs, I am not sure many customers realized they received a subsidy at 20 months, anyway. This may be a shrewd business decision by Verizon, because at 24 months they technically are offering the "New Every 2" scheme they previously promoted. So they will end up giving fewer discounts, but will most people notice?
Friday, February 8, 2013
FINDING A GOOD DEAL UPGRADING YOUR CELL PHONE ONLINE
Check Company Sites
First!
I know, I know – company sites like AT&T, T-Mobile and
Apple can be expensive, right? Well, iPhone aside, you may be surprised at the
amazing deals you can get on a host of phones just by going online and checking
out company sites for upgrades. Even iPhones can be had as "free" phones when an existing customer upgrades, as Verizon Wireless has been offering the iPhone 4 in white or black as an enticement to upgrade to their new Share Everything unlimited cell phone plans. From Verizon, to LG, to T-Mobile and Sprint,
check out the major companies first as you start your search online, and you
may find the perfect phone for the best price in a simple, direct upgrade!
GetMyCell.com
GetMyCell.com specializes in finding you new free and deeply
discounted cell phones, from all major wireless carriers and networks, and with
all major parts and pieces that you could ever hope for in a phone. GetMyCell
also provides you with countless options that you can browse through and shop,
providing you with the best when it comes to choosing a cell phone that will
truly and permanently meet your needs as a consumer.
PriceDepot.net
PriceDepot.net is another great option when it comes to
getting a great deal and a great contract on a new cell phone, and you can
choose from smart phones and other technologically innovative and advanced
phones, all the way down to your basic phone with basic capabilities, if you are
looking for something a little more simple. The good thing about PriceDepot,
too, is hat you typically get a 30-40% discount on the phone you pick, which is
always a good thing when it comes to finding the best deal on phones online.
You can choose from all the major makers and carriers, and don’t have to worry
about not having phones available; they carry all the recent models and more
for you!
All in all, it’s not as tough as you think to get yourself a
brand new cell phone or smart phone, or to upgrade your deal and save money in
the process when it comes to looking for a smart phone with Internet
capabilities. In fact, if you do just a little bit of hunting online, you can
find something that works perfectly for you and will fully and completely meet
your needs, regardless of what you’re trying to use it for, or what you are
looking for when it comes right down to it with your phone. Good luck
searching, but take notice and hold piece of mind knowing that you can find a
good smart phone cheap and get the most out of any deal with a little bit of
original online research and hustle!
Friday, January 25, 2013
Cell Phone Upgrade Site UltraCellSaver Relaunched
Cell Phone News press release, which was originally published on the Cell Phone Blog:
UltraCellSaver Offer Cell Phone Upgrade Deals
UltraCellSaver.com are extremely proud to announce the launch of their new and enhanced website. Since their business first launched, Ultra Cell Saver have been giving power to consumers who are looking for cell phone upgrade deals. Now, in an attempt to better serve their visitors, they have redesigned the website to show all of the information in an easily view able manner. Their front page lists all of the information visitors need to know about getting better cell phone upgrade deals. Currently, Ultra Cell Saver actively collects and scours the internet for the best deals. They list opportunities where consumers can pick up completely free phones – including smartphones in some circumstances.
Because Ultra Cell Saver works with different carriers, they are able to present and display the absolute hottest offers from around the United States. As their page explains, consumers are able to pick up great AT&T phones, and other phones for just a mere $0.01 when taken out with a 24-month contract.
To learn more about Ultra Cell Saver and their selection of cell phone upgrade deals, head over to:
http://www.ultracellsaver.com/cingular-upgrade.htm
UltraCellSaver Offer Cell Phone Upgrade Deals
UltraCellSaver.com are extremely proud to announce the launch of their new and enhanced website. Since their business first launched, Ultra Cell Saver have been giving power to consumers who are looking for cell phone upgrade deals. Now, in an attempt to better serve their visitors, they have redesigned the website to show all of the information in an easily view able manner. Their front page lists all of the information visitors need to know about getting better cell phone upgrade deals. Currently, Ultra Cell Saver actively collects and scours the internet for the best deals. They list opportunities where consumers can pick up completely free phones – including smartphones in some circumstances.
Because Ultra Cell Saver works with different carriers, they are able to present and display the absolute hottest offers from around the United States. As their page explains, consumers are able to pick up great AT&T phones, and other phones for just a mere $0.01 when taken out with a 24-month contract.
To learn more about Ultra Cell Saver and their selection of cell phone upgrade deals, head over to:
http://www.ultracellsaver.com/cingular-upgrade.htm
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