does this phone have wi-fi capability if you are in a free wifi zone, and want to check email without buying a verizon data plan??
1518632
No this is not a smart phone internet is the old mobile me app. There are Android smart phones that are as tough as this phone that would have this capability.
1518633
No wifi this is pretty much a basic flip phone built for durability if you have had a smartphone you will be disappointed with this
2236446
No, you will need to contact Verizon to send you a SIM card, they will do that free of charge, unless you already have one.
1028814
Hi Gourd, You are so awesome! Thank you so very much for testing it for me. I appreciated it very much. It is fantastic to know that the phone can surf the web FREE. So, what is the data plan if I already can log into wifi network and surf the web FREE?
1537230
Yes it does have wifi. Also I have hated almost every cell phone that I have ever owned but this phone is very intuitive and user-friendly and doesn't annoy the crap out of me like like all my other phones did. It's not really a smartphone but it has a lot of, for lack of a better term, apps that I have found useful. Entering contacts automatically starts of with a nine key entry but you can manually change the "imput method" to keyboard but you have to do this with each field entry (this is slightly annoying but it's only something I have to deal with when I enter a contact). All and all it's a great phone for around $30 and I highly recommend it and it most certainly is better than any other tracphone I have owned. I hope this helps you.
1962656
I believe it's free, although sometimes it will work through your phone, so yes if use your phone you will need a data plan.
2265899
You could use this phone as a prepaid plan. Also it does have wifi capability
1523758
yes, internet browsing is free if you are using wifi, just make sure to enable wifi under (settings --> wireless & networks)... but you should definitely be careful and always remember to disable data under (settings --> wireless & networks --> mobile networks ) because this phone uses data even when you're not actually using you're phone, say walking down the street. Your maps/ GPS, email, and even picture messaging use up data. This can be tedious since it is an android and the apps it uses mostly operate off internet, such as a chase app, or new york times app, which constantly need to refresh themselves, hence why I recommend the 50$ unlimited plan.. if you plan on using data often yes, internet browsing is free if you are using wifi, just make sure to enable wifi under (settings --> wireless & networks)... but you should definitely be careful and always remember to disable data under (settings --> wireless & networks --> mobile networks ) because this phone uses data even when you're not actually using you're phone, say walking down the street. Your maps/ GPS, email, and even picture messaging use up data. This can be tedious since it is an android and the apps it uses mostly operate off internet, such as a chase app, or new york times app, which constantly... » Read More yes, internet browsing is free if you are using wifi, just make sure to enable wifi under (settings --> wireless & networks)... but you should definitely be careful and always remember to disable data under (settings --> wireless & networks --> mobile networks ) because this phone uses data even when you're not actually using you're phone, say walking down the street. Your maps/ GPS, email, and even picture messaging use up data. This can be tedious since it is an android and the apps it uses mostly operate off internet, such as a chase app, or new york times app, which constantly need to refresh themselves, hence why I recommend the 50$ unlimited plan.. if you plan on using data often « Show Less
1890401
No. If you want access when wifi isn't available you will need to buy one and get a carrier (ATT, Verizon). It gives you that option before you buy.
1409415
I have this phone and I do not have a data plan on it. My contract with AT&T; has never had a data plan on it so it was not required for this phone.
1146790
I can get my email and access the web using either verizon's mifi modem or AT&T;'s laptop connect modem. Haven't tried using an unsecure wifi modem like starbuck's but don't see why not. The device scans for wifi just like a laptop and lets you know what is available if they are secure or unsecured and if you have the password for the secured networks you can get on the net.
516999
Yes it has wifi. You can find that in the specifications or features listed for the phone.
903399
No .you can use it with or without a data plan. That is why i got it simple talking and texting.
1613285
As far as I know, none of these unlocked phones come with a warranty, because they do not come from the factory. Anyway, I returned this phone immediately because the wi-fi did not work without a data plan (wanted to go through a proprietary proxy). And since not paying for a data plan was exactly the reason why I wanted an unlocked phone with wi-fi, the phone went right back. Great dealing with Amazon, as usual. I finally found one that did work the way I wanted, but it took a few trials...
1651020
Keep in mind that this is an older generation phone (came out in 2007, I believe). No WiFi, just a regular cellular connection. While it resembles a state-of-the-art "smartphone," it is relatively primitive for accessing the Internet. Think of it a a good cell phone for the money, with which you can text and take photos.
163580
Siffert the question asked was if the phone would work with wi-fi without a data plan, not whether it would work where there is no wi-fi. The person wanted to use it at home on their wi-fi network without a data plan which from what AT&T; customer service says the answer is yes you can access your wi-fi without a data plan. You only need a data plan to access internet when not around a wi-fi connection.
175833
Yes, the phone must have a data plan in order to be in service with Verizon Wireless.Thanks and please let us know if you have any other questions.-Just Wireless Inc.
1495777
No, you cannot even have the phone activated without data or a data package, so it's basically worthless to purchase without getting data.