While inflation’s been squeezing wallets dry, the cost of communication is one thing that isn't shy of rising too. Now more ...

Cricket Wireless lets you trade in old phones for credits directly applied to your service bill. No new devices are required here.

Cricket is launching this program on the heels of numerous similar options from companies like Verizon, AT&T, and other competitors. That said, many of those offers are tied to the purchase of a new ...

Start the trade-in: Head to a local Cricket store or visit the online Asurion trade-in portal. Eligibility check: Asurion ...

You can trade in your old devices either online or at a Cricket Authorized Retailer. If you do it online, you’ll receive an ...

In many ways, Cricket feels like a postpaid carrier, but it is missing a few features. Now one of those has finally arrived.

Budget phone plans typically come from carriers known as mobile virtual network operators (or MVNOs), and choosing the right option will depend on your location, budget, and priorities.

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After extensively testing options from major carriers and budget-friendly providers, we've selected Verizon's Unlimited Plus plan as the best cell phone plan for most people from a major carrier.

I started tracking cell phone plans for Tom's Guide ... Among prepaid carriers, Metro by T-Mobile charges less than Cricket with an unlimited plan starting at $40 a month. Yet, we like Cricket's ...

Even if you're not looking to switch to one of the best phone carriers, comparing your current plan to other options might help you find a better deal. Those savings are out there, as I've learned ...

Thinking of making the leap to another carrier yourself? To help you out, we’ve combed through the survey data to come up with this list of the best (and worst) phone plan providers.