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Saturday, July 30, 2011

How to get cell phones cheap

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How many times have you wanted to have the latest cell phone on the market, but did not purchase the phone because it was too expensive?  Or maybe you were not due for an upgrade yet.  Here are some tips that will help you get a great cell phone at a great price.

First of all, shop around for the phone you are interested in purchasing.  Look online at not just the carriers’ site, but try Radio Shack, Best Buy and even Wal-Mart.  Watch the prices of the phone you are interested in and a couple of comparable models as well.  Sometimes a certain color of the phone will be marked down.  I have even seen AT&T mark a phone down on line to 1 cent but only for a few days.  That is why it is important to watch the websites daily.  Just keep one thing in mind when shopping on line, you might buy your cell from radioshack.com, but that does not mean Radio Shack sold you the phone.  You are dealing with 3rd party companies so check about return or repair policies before you purchase.

Take advantage of key sales times.  Back to school, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and just before Christmas are great times to take advantage of special pricing.  Keep in mind that most carriers will start clearing their inventory out in October to gear up for the new phones coming out in time for Christmas.  If a model is being upgraded, chances are you can buy the older version for a fraction of the original cost. 

If you are not eligible for an upgrade, but want a new phone without paying full price try calling the customer relations department.  I know that AT&T will let you upgrade with a $70 dollar fee.  This option is still cheaper than buying the phone at retail price.  For more money saving tips see my other articles.