basic phone

[d_k_s]

I've had the basic verizon plan for 3 years but my 10 year old LG flip phone is finally wearing out.  I don't use data, just talk(it's a phone!)  I can buy a replacement on Amazon if I'm operating in 3G.  I'm fairly sure that's the case, but I can't find anything on this website that confirms it.   Help!

[Tigerstep]

You're not going to be able to activate a 3G phone, that's restricted since 3G is being retired soon.

[vzw_customer_support]

Thanks for replying Tigerstep.

Hi D_K_S we do have 4G basic phones you can purchase see them here:https://www.verizonwireless.com/basic-phones/

JoeL_VZW

[mama23dogs]

@d_k_s 

What @Tigerstep  wrote is true.  You can not activate a 3g phone again.  

[vzw_customer_support]

What is true needs to be shared when it comes to a 3G device.

Let me help with your concern about our 3G network. What is the make and model of your device? Do you need looking for a replacement deceive? We have announced the CDMA Network Retirement and here's a link that goes over the details https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/knowledge-base-218813/ . 

EdwinW_VZW

[d_k_s]

I've got a LG Accolade that is failing and  I planned to replace with a Samsung Convoy 3 that I own.  Please let me know if the Convoy operates in 4G. The other line has a LG Revere that still works great and I wanted to get a newer basic phone as a gift, but the user HATES smart phones.  We want to keep our current plan.  

[d_k_s]

Thanks!

[d_k_s]

Thank you!

[d_k_s]

Joel, Thanks for the link.  Why do your basic phones get such poor reviews?  

[d_k_s]

The basic flip phones Verizon offers are getting mediocre reviews. Do smartphones require a data plan or can I keep what I have?