nobody@nobody1.com1 (LHA) wrote in
news:zCsgj.3377$El5.2810@newssvr22.news.prodigy.ne t:

> If the cellular companies provided the service and support that
> their customers desire and deserve, they would NOT need to lock us
> in with long, expensive contracts. Why do we tolerate it?

When you initially contract with a provider, they usually provide a
phone at no or reduced cost. Similarly, if you renew your contract, you
can usually get a new phone at no or reduced cost.

With no contract, you'd be expected to bring your own phone or pay the
retail price.

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Bert Hyman | St. Paul, MN | bert@iphouse.com