One of the most annoying things about buying a smartphone is the cost associated with wireless plan. Most American mobile phone users are by and large worried by overpriced contracts. An apt solution is provided by TextNow Wireless.
What is TextNow Wireless?
TextNow Wireless is the cloud-based low-cost 4G LTE wireless provider in US. It allows one to access your Wireless number to make calls from your Android or iOS tablet with its free app, available on Google Play and App Store. Started as a standalone app for making free calls and sending texts via WiFi, the service also utilizes Sprint’s 3G and 4G network for an internet connection in absence of WiFi. TextNow offers users the most affordable phone services available in the market today compared with expensive monthly calling plans and fees of traditional carrier offerings.
TextNow mobile phone service is available including visual voicemail, call forwarding and call display and that too at no additional costs. TextNow phone service is immediately available at as low as $19 per month and the fee includes 500 MB of 3G/4G data, unlimited texting, unlimited calling, visual voicemail, call forwarding and unlimited data at 2G speeds.
TextNow Wireless runs on Sprints cellular voice network, in addition to Springs 3G and 4G networks. You can change or cancel plans at any time. The service does not currently allow making calls to countries outside US and Canada but they are working to add this feature. It offers free incoming and outgoing texting from PCs and mobile devices.
How much does it cost?
It’s web companion app allows one to send and receive text messages and take and make phone calls. TextNow’s rate plans start at $19 a month and this will let you enjoy unlimited talk and text across US and Canada, and 500 MB of high-speed data.
How does it work?
TextNow blends together Wi-Fi and cellular networks to allow users communicate with their friends and family. It is unique in the way of its cloud-based approach that lets you get a phone number by downloading the app.
The TextNow app replaces Messaging app in the phone and becomes the main channel for communicating with your friends. It shows your conversations with contacts and you can send text, pictures and emoticons. With your username and password, you can sign into iOS and Android apps to call and message your friends.
SmartPhone Selection
The carrier offers brand new Nexus 5, Moto X in addition to providing refurbished models of Moto G, LG Optimus F3, Samsung Galaxy SIII and Galaxy S4. The company sells only certified refurbished phones that come with one-year warranty.
Pros:
- Affordable plans
- Use same phone number across several devices
- Uses Sprint’s nationwide network
- No contract
- Text and call from web browser
Cons:
- Call quality is not good
- Only compatible with Sprint phones
- Need to use app for calling and texting
Verdict
For all those who are dependent on texting and making calls, TextNow is an affordable choice. The carrier offers a wider smartphone selection as compared to its competitors. TextNow offers a good value of money for those looking for a solid lineup of smartphones, ability to text from desktops or tablets and good amount of data.
Do you use TextNow? What has been your experience of using it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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