Talk, Text, 4G Data Per Dollar – The Breakdown of Every Cellphone Plan

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Efficiency Is Everything-Michael Kirk:

This article was written by our brilliant intern Donald who fascinated at solving every problem thrown at him. Here is his year end masterpiece. He’s gone back to Alabama to finish his senior year.

Cell Phone Plan Efficiency – Donald Lochbiler:

Efficiency Is Everything brings you the data so you can decide the most efficient cell phone plan for You.

Process for Data

We gathered data from over 20 different mobile plan providers and got specifics on over 180 different plans. People have different quality needs and a variety of cell phone plans are offered. The qualities studied are minutes of calling, number of texts, and amount of 4G LTE data.

Unlimited is not really unlimited, FROM ANYONE. Not one single plan allowed uncapped 4G LTE data for unlimited usage, often after a certain amount of usage unlimited plans slow down data speeds, use older 3G or 2G, deprioritization, or whatever legal crap gets them out of providing service. Efficiency puts a number to “Unlimited”. This is a particular problem with Tmobile who’s service essentially ends after 50GB.

4G LTE data can be restricted by overage charges, loss of internet connection, or a reduced speed of connection.

Many plans will require you to pay a one-time startup fee so always be aware of this and ask before signing up for your plan so you don’t get surprised by an extra amount added to your bill.

How to Use

The goal is to spend the least amount of money and satisfy all of your needs. Verizon family 4 plan far exceeds your needs unless you need 300 gigs of data. This is buying in bulk, and letting your food spoil.

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