TracPhone recs?

[sasha_feather]

In an effort to cut costs, I'm looking for a tracphone. Here is a little secret about me, and that is, I hate shopping for things I actually need. Jesse the K gave me a rec, but I thought I would ask here as well to see if anyone has experience or advice on what to buy.

What I would like ideally:
--not a whole lot of minutes; I don't make tons of calls
--lots of texting
--a texting keyboard on the phone itself, and even better, a flip phone (because flip phones are cool and you can't hit the buttons accidentally)

Tell me what to do, internet! Advice appreciated!

Comments

[kal]

You might want to check the Madison community archives on Elljay. Not all carriers have good coverage in Madison - I looked into switching and found some may advertise and sell equipment but don't really back it up. I remember T-Mobile was one such carrier (can't remember about Virgin Mobile). US Cellular is worth checking, they tend to have good prices. Also, check into whether you can get a discount anywhere because of where you work (HR should have that info or co-workers may know).

[sasha_feather]

Thank you!!

[hypatia]

ooh, good point. tmobile has absolutely zero coverage and no roaming agreements in madison.