T-Mobile prepaid offering free data… but only to access Facebook
Article from Engadget:
Look, we understand: You absolutely have to know what Jimmy ate for lunch. And that Marissa is, “Ugh, just so sick of this week already.” And Jason’s only a “maybe” to the office holiday party? Who does that guy even think he is?
Sorry, sorry — we nearly forgot to tell you that T-Mobile’s prepaid brand, GoSmart Mobile, has joined forces with Facebook to offer unfettered access to The Social Network™. Even if you don’t pay for data, GoSmart Mobile will still allow Facebook and Facebook Messenger access. You’ll never miss another link to “28 signs you’ve lived in New York City too long” again!
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Prepaid wireless consumers to see E911 tax on receipt | Department of Revenue
Article from Maple Valley Reporter:
Consumers, take note: If you purchase prepaid wireless phones and minutes, you will see a new charge on your sales receipt starting Jan. 1, 2014. That’s when a new state law takes effect that requires retailers of prepaid wireless services to collect the tax that supports enhanced 911 services (E911).
Currently, wireless companies are required to collect and remit the E911 tax. Cellphone users under contract pay this tax on each month’s bill. But for prepaid wireless users, the tax has not been visible as part of their purchase of phones or minutes.
Now, for prepaid wireless users, the E911 tax will be charged at the cash register and collected by retailers.
Local governments receive 70 cents of the E911 tax, and the state receives 25 cents. The money supports the technology that enables local 911 emergency services to pinpoint the geographic location of cellphone users who call for help.
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Tracfone Wireless 450-Minute Prepaid Card with 90 Days of Service
Tracfone Wireless 450-Minute Prepaid Card with 90 Days of Service Easily stay in touch with family and friends for a year with this Tracfone prepaid wireless airtime card redeemable for 450 minutes of airtime and 90 days of service. What You Get Tracfone 450-minute prepaid wireless card with 90 days of service Good to Know This item may not be returned.
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Price: 79.95
