Through various market forces, particularly around consumer choice and protection, a new form of device discount was invented: the tab. Similar to a loan, you pay it off in increments. So what does the shift in the fine print mean for consumers? It points to a different kind of “locked in” – you are beholden by dollars, not by time.
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If you’re looking to change carriers, there are a few things you need to consider. Don’t take advertising messages too literally, since they can often be deceiving. Instead, check out the factors you should be paying attention to.
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Thinking about switching to Freedom Mobile? Read this to learn more about Freedom Mobile reception and coverage and to learn about Freedom Mobile plans and roaming charges.
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A comprehensive review of Public Mobile discussing their Ways To Save that allows you to pay $0 per month for your plan and how to get by without phone support.
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Lucky Mobile launched just a couple of years ago as the newest entrant in the discount segment. Here are all of your questions about Bell’s new discount brand answered.
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Fido is what we would call a mid-level carrier, owned by Rogers communications but operated as a completely separate entity as seen by its own retail presence among other things. Since Fido had it’s own network, Fido does not exclusively use the Rogers network and infrastructure, it’s actually a combination of both. Fido lines up with Telus’ Koodo Mobile and Bell’s Virgin Mobile as mid-level competitors.
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Read our review of Chatr Mobile to understand if their plans will work for your lifestyle.
Understanding the options available to you when choosing a new mobile carrier is definitely an important part of the decision-making process. In this comparison, we place 3 entry-level or discount carriers side by side to help you decide which carrier will best suit your needs.