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Old Nov 22, 2024 | 06:36 PM
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Default What cellphone provider do you use?

Thinking of switching from Verizon due to cost and no loyalty perks....

Lots of drive time in the backroads of WV/TN/NC/OH/IN/KY....

Who do you use, and who would you recommend not using?
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Old Nov 23, 2024 | 07:21 AM
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I’m with AT&T, wife is on Verizon. No issues with either provider. We’ve found when we’ve been out west that having different carriers is worthwhile as we can lose coverage with one but the other still has a signal.

The maps they use to show coverage are a lie in my experience.
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Old Nov 23, 2024 | 10:16 AM
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Following as I have Verizon and am considering changing too!
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Old Nov 25, 2024 | 05:45 PM
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So what's the answer?
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Old Nov 26, 2024 | 03:36 AM
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i use visible, Verizon coverage, unlimited everything for $25 a month. I've had it for many years and it's great
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Old Nov 26, 2024 | 06:36 AM
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I use Visible as well. It works on the Verizon network as mentioned but it's not exactly the same service. It is worth noting that their customer service is basically nonexistent, so you won't be able to call them with any problems. That said, it's only $25 a month. I was with Verizon before, and I have not noticed any difference in the signal around the dragon.
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Old Nov 26, 2024 | 02:53 PM
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I don't use one of them cell phone things all the kids are talking about these days. So my vote is "none of the above".

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Old Dec 2, 2024 | 11:46 AM
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I had Verizon for many years. They kept jacking my fees. I switched to Consumer Cell for half what I was paying V. Happy so far.
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Old Dec 2, 2024 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by batguano
I had Verizon for many years. They kept jacking my fees. I switched to Consumer Cell for half what I was paying V. Happy so far.
I need to check them out. Most of the big company plan are about the same as I am paying now.

If I go with Consumers do I get one of those phones with the great big buttons?
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Old Dec 4, 2024 | 08:05 AM
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I have a cabin about 1 hr from the Dragon so I spend a lot of time around NC and TN, and into North GA. My work phone is Verizon, personal is ATT. More often than not my work phone seems to have a bit better signal in the boonies.
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