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ANNSPA52
Newbie

I have the Nationwide Talk & Text 450 plan. I still own a "dumb" phone. I am looking into getting an older "smart" phone to replace my current phone (it is about 10 years old). Will I be able to send / receive picture text messages without having to get a data plan? I do not need / want a data plan. I have read some reviews on a few of the phones I am considering and want to find out before I make a  purchase. Also, would I be charged for data use if I use the wi-fi option on a newer phone?

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tikibar1
Community Leader
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You can use a smartphone as a wi-fi only device, but if you activate it on VzW's service you'll be required to have a data plan.

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tikibar1
Community Leader
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You can use a smartphone as a wi-fi only device, but if you activate it on VzW's service you'll be required to have a data plan.

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sprmankalel
Champion - Level 3

As tikibar1 stated, activating a smartphone on your line will trigger a data plan. On your current calling plan that will add an additional $30 per month for 2GB of data to use. You will be able to send and receive pictures with a smartphone but it does need a data connection. The data used for sending and receiving picture messages does not count towards a monthly allotment.

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vzw_customer_support
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These are all great recommendations. Thanks team! As mentioned, you will have to acquire a data package. Was there a particular phone you had in mind if you were to upgrade? If you would like us to check to see how much of your bill would change, please respond back to the Private Message we sent you.

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ANNSPA52
Newbie

Thank you all for your input. You have helped me make my decision. I am just going to replace my phone with another one just like it. I don't wish to carry a data plan and am not willing to pay $30 more a month to be able to do something I can do for free now. Smiley Happy Thank you again!!

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sprmankalel
Champion - Level 3

If you're willing to switch your plan to one of the newer plans you might be able to get a plan that isn't $30 more per month. If you stay on the plan you have now then it will cost $30 more.

You said you have a 450 minute plan with texting? That means you pay $40 for the minutes and at least $5 for texting. VZW has a 5GB plan with unlimited talk and text for $60 that drops to $55 with auto-pay using a debit card or bank account. This doesn't include taxes or a phone. If you buy a phone full price you won't have any extra charges.

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