Cellular Phones/SIM card trouble

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Expert: - 11/29/2009


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i have a used blackberry 8700c that needs a SIM card. I was wondering if i can just go to any store and get a SIM card that has a pay as you go plan or if i need a special one. Thanks :)

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If the device is SIM unlocked, you can buy a prepaid plan and will get a SIM card. Keep in mind, however, that it will only work for voice and text messaging. You won't be able to access the internet or picture messaging. A BlackBerry only works for data when you have a BlackBerry data plan. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN

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DebiN

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I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.

Experience

Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.

Organizations
I belong to several organizations

Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications

Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years

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