Sis wrote:
Anna1111 wrote:
We saved a LOT of money replacing our landline with a cheapo cell phone (I have a $15 phone, and AT&T go phone service - I love it : )
In the old days, phone booths existed - and people would stop & help if you had car trouble. Neither of those things are true any more. If *I* pass someone who is stranded, I think, "I'm sure they're calling for help on their cell phone, and don't need me" - I think most other folks do that, too.
I agree with your young friend - a phone while driving nowadays (ESPECIALLY if your car isnt' new) is a smart thing to have. But, I DO favor a "dumb" phone - no need for pictures or texting while you drive. THAT does NOT help. And, *you* know how to read a map
I had a phone for awhile (awaiting the birth of grandkids). Then we got a landline when dd went in the Navy because cell phone coverage is spotty around here and there are many dropped calls. AT&T doesn't work here at all. How much is the phone service part? I really like having a landline and everybody can use it.
Phone booths only existed in towns, tho'. "Call boxes" are/were on some highways. If i am "traveling" i will use dh's phone. If i could have one that i only paid for when i use it and not have to pay monthly, i might consider that.
Sorry you don't have AT&T there!
GoPhone is 10cents a minute - no monthly fee (at least, that's one of the plans) so, we bought the phone for 14.99, and then pay 10/minute -and that's it. You DO have to refill to keep your number, you can't just buy a hour and keep it forever. But, that's not a problem for me. If you buy more, they last longer.
There are several other companies now that have similar service - I think tracphone is one of them. Check whichever providers offer good coverage in your area, and ask them if they have a pay-as-you-go plan : )
I'm glad you use your DH's phone when you travel : )