Does this require a data package? I am looking for a decent "slider" for calling and texting.
232377
Yes. It is a true "smart phone" and AFAIK no provider will connect it without a full data package. For a simple QWERTY slider for texting, I recommend either the Pantech Ease (GSM) or the LG Extravert (CDMA). Both can be purchased inexpensively and unlocked for use with any secondary market/contract-free carrier.
232378
Its best to contact Verizon or which ever carrier you might use to get accurate answer. I have always the bundled services as eventhough I mostly call and text, sometimes might want to goggle something or use the gps app.
232379
Yes. But I would contact your wireless provider. It is very good phone for both calling and texting per my 22-year son.
1788062
No, you do not need a data plan to use the LG Prime. The phone is classified as a "Feature Phone". You will not be able to use the included IM/Email features, but everything else will work just fine. I've been using it for over a week now without any data plan. I love it!
821878
Apparently when it was first marketed it was considered one. I don't have a data package with mine so I can't say for sure what it can or can't do in that aspect. Personally I would say no it's not, the screen is way too small for most web stuff in my opinion. I did have to have customer support activate it for me as it does show as a data package phone in Verizon's system.
934529
Yes, it was a while ago that I had it but I don't remember paying for a data plan. In fact, I wanted a touch screen qwerty keyboard and did not want to pay data, so I chose this phone. I see a few others here are paying, so check with Verizon and ask if it's mandatory now.
1527706
I believe it does require a data plan. I do know you can only activate the phone on a verizon contract so havibg to commit a data plan isnt that hard to believe.
2160595
Yes , the reason I got this phone was that I did not want a "smart phone" and monthly fee for a data package. You can use this as a basic phone , but has an awesome camera, and easy texting :)
2203112
I know it has a slider keyboard, great for texting as I do A LOT for my work, answering emails too! I have AT&T; service and had no problems getting it to work with their service. Just be sure to get the service there in Chilie with the right network-GSM!
972182
I have a $25/month plan that provides unlimited texting and 250 minutes, but no data. You can purchase data plans separately, based on MBs.
300733
It will function as just a phone so no you shouldn't have to have a data plan. Having used the phone now for a few months, I couldn't recommend it. Reception is very poor.
766368
You have to have a data package. It's a lie that the phone doesn't need data. Without it you can't activate it.
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.
670629
My phone doesn't, but I don't have a data package, and that might make a difference.
1658048
I never set it up to use as a phone. It is very slow - lots of error messages about things not loading where I have to click "wait" - so I don't know how reliable it would be using SMS.
1908562
This is a software package you load onto your computer. You might check to see if they have an app for your phone.
1440988
Sorry to answer so late. I just recently figure it out how to make the sistem work. The basic notification via email and texting is FREE. You have to assign youre data to the device on the configuration page. There is a plus service that is paid and among other chararacteristics alouds you to have more then one contact
2114750
Yes I bought this phone and just added it online to my Verizon account. No data plan necessary. For the price the phone does the job.
138365
No. I understand it handles data well, but I don't text or e-mail from phone. It is one of the last non-smart phones, but has lots of touch screen and advanced features. It has "only" 3 main screens, but that's 2-1/2 more than I use. You can move icons you don't use to "the end" and only see the ones you need. I'm not too hapy with the way it interacts with my Motorola bluetooth earpiece, but it's minor annoyance. If you're lookiing to stave off HAVING to go to a smart phone, this is a good upgrade from basic/flip type.