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Unlimited no longer means no limits at Virgin Mobile USA. The company announced today that due to the popularity of its Broadband2Go wireless Internet plan for its 3G MiFi hot spots and wireless modems, it's increasing the monthly fee and restricting speeds.
The $40 unlimited data plan was...
Is a prepaid smartphone a good deal?
2:20PM 10/28/2010
Buying a cell phone plan shouldn't be like doing calculus, no matter how simple my fellow WalletPop writer Josh Smith makes it in his handy charts comparing cell phone data plans. As his analysis points out, if you're looking for an Android-powered smartphone with unlimited data, Virgin Mobile has...
Cell phone data plans are hard to escape these days as hundreds of thousands of Google Android phones and Apple iPhones are activated every day. These smartphones bring access to the Web, streaming music, videos and apps -- all of which require a data connection to work. Most carriers now require a...
While some companies have put an end to unlimited mobile data connections on your laptop or other mobile device, Virgin Mobile USA, a prepaid provider, is simplifying its plans and offering unlimited prepaid mobile broadband for $40 a month -- $20 cheaper than what it would cost with a contract on...
Virgin Mobile has launched another prepaid cell phone plan, selling minutes for 5 cents each under its payLo plan.
The plan, unveiled Thursday, is the lowest price I've seen for a prepaid phone, and beats what Boost Mobile, Assurance Wireless, Net10 and others sell for 10 cents a minute, including...
Everyone loves being connected to their friends and college students are no exception. This generation is used to instantaneous replies with a few lightning quick movements of their thumbs.
But which weapon is the best choice when you want to tell your best friend about last night or send a text...
Two months ago, I moved into a new apartment and needed to cut the fat in my spending. Where did I trim first? The landline.
I know, I know, after discussing the benefits of the landline in a post earlier this year, one would think I'd never do away with it. Maybe I'll reconsider later on, but...
Prepaid wireless Internet a great idea, but can you afford it?
8:00AM 7/31/2009
Fans of prepaid cellphones will love Virgin Mobile's Broadband2Go, a USB device that provides pay-as-you go wireless Internet service without an annual contract.What they may not love so much is the price, or at least the initial $150 to buy it. On the plus side, Virgin Mobile's prices to buy...
A decade ago, big wireless carriers steered clear of prepaid customers. In general, these users paid less per month than people who signed contracts, and didn't stay with their carriers as long. Further, they tended to be an unsavory group, often unable to pass a credit check.
However, as...
Pink slip protection offered by mobile phone company
7:00PM 4/09/2009
Virgin Mobile is the latest company to offer price protection for customers who lose their jobs.Starting April 15, the phone company will offer what it calls "Pink Slip Protection" that will pay for three months of its service for new and existing customers who lose their jobs. Customers must prove...
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