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eHow Electronics Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
Shop different cell phone dealers to find the best deal for you. Look for all the features you want or need at the lowest price, without a lot of extra features you don't want. Talk to dealers about specials, new customer rebates or discounts for switching from another provider.
Step2
Buy what you need. Cell phones offer features like text messaging, voice command and even navigation, which add up on your bill. Buy only the features you need so you'll have more money to add minutes or monthly text messages if needed.
Step3
Know your monthly limits and stay within them to get the most out of your phone. Exceeding your monthly call or text limits can cost you a lot in overage fees. If you find yourself going over your limit often, consider upgrading to a larger package.
Step4
Invest in a phone that you can use to multi-task and increase your productivity. Get a phone that will deliver your email, display graphics and send documents to others. This will allow you to work right from your phone and get more done.
Step5
Check out family plans. Phones are usually discounted or free with these plans and often feature unlimited calls to members, letting you call the people you need to talk to the most as often as you need.