Need Help Choosing A Basic Phone That Does Not Require A Data Plan

[hawkpacific]

Hello,  I need to replace my current basic phone and do not qualify for an upgrade yet.

I need to find a new or used phone that does not require data. Can someone please give me some models that will work that are newer?

The VZW prepaid models have to be used 6 months on prepaid before you can use them on a contract and I have a contract.

[hawkpacific]

Also,

How can I be sure that a used phone I buy on ebay is not simply a prepaid phone that hasnt been used for the 6 month minimum?

[NuDroidUsrr]

  I used to have the Samsung Intensity phone, it is a slide phone, great for texting. I am including a link to eBay and some of the auctions for new Intensity and Intensity 2 phones.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?LH_BIN=1&LH_ItemCondition=3&_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=samsung%20intensi...

[vzw_customer_support]

I can help you out hawkpacific!
View and compare our newest basic phones here http://vz.to/10spDXk Since you are not eligible to upgrade you can select month to month pricing to purchase at full retail. Is something wrong with your current phone? If so, I would love to help! Please share your device model and what you are experiencing so I may further assist. Thank you.

Tominque B.
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[SydneyK]

Usually on eBay, the listing will indicate if it's prepaid.

I agree with Droid Usrr that the Intensity 2 is worth checking into, because it has a great rubberized keyboard and you can get one new for less than $100.

Depending on what you're willing to spend, I also noticed that the Wal-Mart in my area is selling the brand new Intensity III off contract for $175. That way, you'd still have the year warranty on it, and it's a solid phone.

There usually are quite a few inexpensive feature phones on Craigslist, too, if you're not opposed to meeting with strangers. It's best to meet at a Verizon store and activate it before handing over your money.

[tikibar1]

If buying off ebay, don't forget to ensure that the phone is Verizon branded with a clean ESN.  You can check the ESN here:

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