Straight Talk Cell Phone Plan from Walmart

[mary amelia]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

[TicoTexan]

I have the 'limited' plan ... $30/month ... 1000 minutes talk, 1000 messages ...

Good reception and quality, and texting works fine. I just use it as a phones, and not for any internet 'smart phone' services, so don't know if those services are also good.

I am happy with the plan.

[bkcunningham1]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

I've used the same phone and the same Straight Talk plan from Walmart for about 5 years or so. It is $45 for unlimited talk, text and Internet. I love the plan and I have no problems whatsoever with service. I live in TV now and I used the phone and the same plan while living North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Northern Virginia.

There are a few places in the mountains in PA and West Virginia where I lost service while traveling. Other than that, I highly recommend the Walmart phone.

[MLBellis]

I have the straight talk from Wal-Mart.... I travel around with in the USA.... I love my phone, Love the $45 a mo plus tax!! I have no problems with it!!!! I have downloaded the personal asst app... he is the greatest... Instead of texting all I do is talk into it. tell it what I want and it is there & done for me!!! Love, love, love it!

[bkcunningham1]

I have the straight talk from Wal-Mart.... I travel around with in the USA.... I love my phone, Love the $45 a mo plus tax!! I have no problems with it!!!! I have downloaded the personal asst app... he is the greatest... Instead of texting all I do is talk into it. tell it what I want and it is there & done for me!!! Love, love, love it!

You can do what?!

[ewstanley]

I have the Samsung Proclaim from Straight Talk that uses the Verizon network. It is a very nice smart phone. I have the $45 month unlimited plan and my husband has the same phone with the $60 month unlimited international plan so I can call my brother in Canada. We are both satisfied with the coverage and the apps.

[jimbo2012]

I think Verizon is less $$ unlimited about $30

[ricthemic]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

i also hv the 45$ unlimited phn, text, internet from straight talk purchased at walmart and am very happy with it. i wd strongly advise to purchase a unit that works on verizons system not att. if they still offer it. i had to wait for them to get some of the verizon systems in (three yrs ago).

[KayakerNC]

Straight Talk is a registered trademark of TracFone Wireless. TracFone works great for me, but I just wanted a phone.
Good comparison on the services provided.


http://www.compare-prepaid-cell-phones.com/straight-talk-vs-tracfone.html

[Mack184]

Virtually all of these various "independent" plans such as WalMart's Straight Talk and others operate by purchasing time from the major suppliers such as Verizon & AT&T. If you are buying onto one of these services your signal is riding on the same platform as somebody who has a brand-name contract with Verizon or another major supplier. Your signal is not being handled by the "Screen Door Cell Phone & Feed Mill Company of East Plowhandle Georgia", so your reception should not be a problem. For the most part, people who mostly just want to make a call are far, far better off on the different bundlers such as the WalMart plan than in signing an expensive contract with Verizon or AT&T. Personally, I have a Verizon contract, but I have to make heavy use of the internet & other services in my phone. Otherwise I would drop my Verizon like a bad habit and pick up one of these other plans. They are much more affordable for the average cell user.

[jannd228]

I have AT&T smart plan, I like it and prefer it over a contract with something like Verizon which I had and would never have again. It depends on how much you are going to use the services

[mikeandnancy1112]

I just bought the straight talk service and phone and absolutely love it! The reception is so clear and the LG is awesome to text on. I got the $45 plan powered by Verizon.

[JackieandCharlie]

Has anyone tried using Straight Talk with their existing iPhone? I read it was possible, but not a simple process. I hate giving up my iPhone - I love it.

[memason]

Has anyone tried using Straight Talk with their existing iPhone? I read it was possible, but not a simple process. I hate giving up my iPhone - I love it.

The short answer is; It depends...

If you have an older iPhone (i.e. 3GS or older), you are probably stuck with whomever you have your current service. If your iPhone is newer, it has a SIM card that can be switched out to use another network.

Here's the caveat: Most carriers will NOT unlock your iPhone to use a competitors network. For instance, I have a Verizon iPhone and they will not unlock it to use AT&T's network. They will, however, unlock the phone so I can use it internationally. If you go to Europe, you can have your iPhone unlocked and purchase a SIM card from T-Mobile or Vodaphone, etc. and have local service there...much cheaper than in the US. You also get unlimited data plan for the time you're there.

The other alternative available is the "jailbreak" your iPhone. Be advised, it will void any warranty you have remaining and a law was just passed that makes it illegal. I would say procede with caution, in this regard.

Best of luck, in your quest....

[Cisco Kid]

Thanks for the info

[784caroline]

Can I ask what is the final bill you are paying for the WalMart $45 straight talk plan.....this would include taxes service fees all the extras? I assume these are foor "Smart Phones" voice and data.

If you have 2 phones is it just 2X that??

[Regor]

Jail breaking an iPhone isn't illegal, unlocking it is (as of today!)

[JackieandCharlie]

The short answer is; It depends...

If you have an older iPhone (i.e. 3GS or older), you are probably stuck with whomever you have your current service. If your iPhone is newer, it has a SIM card that can be switched out to use another network.

Here's the caveat: Most carriers will NOT unlock your iPhone to use a competitors network. For instance, I have a Verizon iPhone and they will not unlock it to use AT&T's network. They will, however, unlock the phone so I can use it internationally. If you go to Europe, you can have your iPhone unlocked and purchase a SIM card from T-Mobile or Vodaphone, etc. and have local service there...much cheaper than in the US. You also get unlimited data plan for the time you're there.

The other alternative available is the "jailbreak" your iPhone. Be advised, it will void any warranty you have remaining and a law was just passed that makes it illegal. I would say procede with caution, in this regard.

Best of luck, in your quest....

Yes, what you are saying is what I heard:-(. Thanks for the details. I'll have to give this some thought...

[TednRobin]

Can I ask what is the final bill you are paying for the WalMart $45 straight talk plan.....this would include taxes service fees all the extras? I assume these are foor "Smart Phones" voice and data.

If you have 2 phones is it just 2X that??

My bill is $48.47/month with taxes on my $45/month plan. I have the Proclaim phone and absolutely love it. And yes it would be 2X that if you had 2 phones. I have auto pay so it is billed auto each month. Love the service.

[Warren Kiefer]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

Both my wife and I have Straight Talk and have NEVER had a problem. For the price it is the best phone deal around.

[OldManTime]

My friend has one, and loves it

[Monkei]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

I have been using the service for 3 yrs and I would recommend it, I have the 45 dollar unlimited phone and text plan with no contract. You can also get the newer hotshot phones to work with the program if you buy unlocked phones. I know people who run the Samsung III and iPhone 4. But unlocked phones are expensive.

[Monkei]

Has anyone tried using Straight Talk with their existing iPhone? I read it was possible, but not a simple process. I hate giving up my iPhone - I love it.

Jackie you can do it but you would have to buy an unlocked iPhone.

[John_W]

We have been with Verizon since 2003 and have the Senior Plan, it's 200 minutes prime time and 300 minutes weekends for $30 a month, with tax it's $36.

We almost never use our cell phone, we carry it mostly for emergencies and ocassionally we will receive or make a call once a week. Our home phone is with Century Link has unlimited long distance included, so that has become our main phone. We have been thinking of switching to Consumer Cellular with AARP, is this the best deal or is there anything cheaper such as Straight Talk? We would like to keep our same cell number we've had since 1999 but knock our bill down to say $15 or $20 a month.


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[mrdills]

John W,
I have a Tracfone and I have triple minutes and I get the 50 minute plan ( that is 150 minutes a month for 10.00 a month ), thats sounds what you are looking for, any question's PM me.

[Cisco Kid]

Do not let your Straight Talk phone run out past 3 months. I did and they cancelled my cim card number. I could not activate it with the service card.
They will send you out a new one. but it is after a along time on the phone. Oddly some times I let it go longer with no problems.

[LynnDeb]

We've been with Verizon for yrs...now have the I 5 and hate it!! dont like the sim card...sorry we got rid of the 4's

[red tail]

Has anyone tried using Straight Talk with their existing iPhone? I read it was possible, but not a simple process. I hate giving up my iPhone - I love it.

turn it into a 'GO PHONE' 10 cents a minute just change the sim card. you dont have to unlock it or aanything else. i have it on both an iphone 3 and an iphone4. you will need a micro sim for the iphone 4. att will give it to you with the same number for free.

[Sgreenler]

Can u use an iPhone on this Walmart plan?

[Monkei]

Can u use an iPhone on this Walmart plan?

yes, it is on the straight talk web page. the IPhone 4.

Welcome | Straight Talk (http://www.straighttalksim.com)

[rhood]

Regarding the Samsung Proclaim, when you are in range of wifi, does the phone use the wifi or the cell tower?

[TednRobin]

Regarding the Samsung Proclaim, when you are in range of wifi, does the phone use the wifi or the cell tower?

You can set it for picking up wifi when availalble, or turn it off completely. My phone will use my wifi when at home and 3g when wifi not available.

[jccampana]

try puretalk usa. 130 minutes for $10.00 a month including taxes and any unused minutes roll over.

[John_W]

John W,
I have a Tracfone and I have triple minutes and I get the 50 minute plan ( that is 150 minutes a month for 10.00 a month ), thats sounds what you are looking for, any question's PM me.

I ended up going with AT&T Go Phone. We got a new flip phone for $39.99, a At&T Z221. The phone is nicer than the Samsung phone I had with Verizon and it's very easy to use.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417zwBYJ5iL._SS400_.jpg

It's 10 cents a minute, I can buy a $25 card (250 minutes) for 3 months or pay $100 for a year for a 1000 minutes. I was paying $36 a month with tax to Verizon and my last bill I used it a whole 5 minutes.

I got my phone in two days and I'm already using it. I couldn't transfer my old number because the area code was from Maryland, but they gave me a real good telephone number.

[nelsonevv@gmail.com]

I am asking if anyone has used the Straight Talk Unlimited Talk, Text and Web service from Wal Mart? What are the pros and cons? It sounds too good to be true and many time that can be a problem. Are the call clear when you are talking on the Wal Mart phone. We travel up the north east corridor frequently and want to be able to make calls when necessary. Any comments would be much appreciated. Thanks

My son and i have had the Straight talk phone for 2 yrs. on Verzion network
We have had great service every where except in my house in Hemingway
My son has had excellent service. Only trouble I have had anywhere is my house.

[Quixote]

I use Tracfone—no monthly charge and minutes roll over as long as I don’t let the service time run out. Cost of minutes varies depending on the current promotion. I have a phone that includes TRIPLE minutes, meaning I pay for one and get three. I just signed up for the most recent promo—400 minutes plus bonus of 250 minutes, including one year of service, for $100 plus about $8 tax. The 400 tripled to 1,200 plus the bonus means 1,450 minutes for a cost of just under $.07/minute. Also includes international calling at the same usage cost, that is, one minute charge for one minute of call time.

Dividing these figures out, the cost of service per month is about $9/month ($108 divided by 12). I have a land line, so I use the cell phone when traveling and locally only when needed rather than for routine calling.

Service works perfectly! I bought my brand new phone (LG 800) sealed in original Tracfone packaging for $23 including free shipping on ebay—touch screen unit that includes texting (which I don’t do) and camera (which I don’t use). See Brand New LG800g with Triple Minutes for Life Tracfone 616960023739 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-LG800G-with-Triple-Minutes-for-Life-Tracfone-/140732022636?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item20c4483f6c). Absolutely reliable seller.

I will not shop Walmart under any circumstances unless desperate for something I need that I cannot find anywhere else. A whole other discussion thread….