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i have a question regarding an unlocked blackberry7290. i inserted my SIM card in the device and i don't have an Internet plan. does that mean if i turn the wireless on i am being charged for the Internet? please help me.
The good news is that if you turn on the wireless, you will not be charged for the Internet because you won't be able to use the Internet on your BlackBerry. You have to have a BlackBerry data plan to access any type of data connection with a BlackBerry - unlocked or not. The BlackBerry has no ability to access data without access to a BlackBerry server and the only way to have it access the BlackBerry server is via a BlackBerry data plan. The device will be good for voice calls, text and the functions that don't require a connection to your carrier, contact list, calendar, notes, but you will not be able to do anything related to accessing the internet or MMS. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
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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