E71 - can you turn off the cellular functionality and just go wifi? If you don't want to worry about getting charged by the mb for internet through the service provider (ATT in my case), could you turn off the cellular data functinoality and just use WiFi? E71 - can you turn off the cellular functionality and just go wifi? If you don't want to worry about getting charged by the mb for internet through the service provider (ATT in my case), could... » Read More E71 - can you turn off the cellular functionality and just go wifi? If you don't want to worry about getting charged by the mb for internet through the service provider (ATT in my case), could you turn off the cellular data functinoality and just use WiFi? « Show Less
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AT&T; only charges a penny a kilobyte, so it is not as though you will rack up a huge charge for data if you accidentally log onto the AT&T; data network. The E71 doesn't offer a clear menu option to let you "turn off cellular data." However, you can define Access Points. The AT&T; network is automatically listed there and I suppose you can delete it so you wouldn't log on by accident. But you can set the phone to "always ask" before logging on. That gives you the chance to pick the WiFi WLAN you want to use. I prefer this route since there are occasions when I am not around a WiFi and may want to use the AT&T; network. AT&T; only charges a penny a kilobyte, so it is not as though you will rack up a huge charge for data if you accidentally log onto the AT&T; data network. The E71 doesn't offer a clear menu option to let you "turn off cellular data." However, you can define Access Points. The AT&T; network is automatically listed there and I suppose you can delete it so you wouldn't log on by accident. But you can set the phone to "always ask" before logging on. That gives you the chance to pick the WiFi WLAN you want to use. I prefer this route since there are occasions when I am not... » Read More AT&T; only charges a penny a kilobyte, so it is not as though you will rack up a huge charge for data if you accidentally log onto the AT&T; data network. The E71 doesn't offer a clear menu option to let you "turn off cellular data." However, you can define Access Points. The AT&T; network is automatically listed there and I suppose you can delete it so you wouldn't log on by accident. But you can set the phone to "always ask" before logging on. That gives you the chance to pick the WiFi WLAN you want to use. I prefer this route since there are occasions when I am not around a WiFi and may want to use the AT&T; network. « Show Less
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No need for internet. I went to Verizon and specifically asked them to turn it off. If they don't turn it off on their end then yes, I believe you are subject to accidental data charges. Check with your carrier; I use Verizon
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It's a wifi only device. So, assuming you have unlimited Internet at home or Starbucks. It's unlimited. If you for some reason have a data limit on your Internet usage, then I suppose you have an issue. Most people, it's unlimited and free.
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You must turn off the data on your cell. If you use connect to internet, carrier dosent know if using wifi or 3g. You will be charged per mb.
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If I put my t-mobile sim card into this phone (i'm on a plan without the data package), will I be able to use the wifi in my house or other wifi locations without incurring an internet usage fee from t-mobile?
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Answer to the question "Can this be used without a data plan": Yes. I used it for two years with no data plans. It comes with a wifi to allow you connecting to the internet when wifi is available.
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thank you! I got this phone for my sons for Christmas. I don't plan on adding a data plan to their account, but there is wifi available everywhere they go: home, school, grandma's, friends', etc. Let me clarify something though: If there is no wifi available, will they still be able to talk and text? (that is all they need it for outside of wifi)
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No you can use it just over WiFi if you wish. If you plan to activate it seeing as it is a smart phone you will have to get a data plan.
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You have AT&T; SIM card coming with the Tablet, that could be activated on AT&T; cell network, but do not required.You can use it on WiFi without Cell connection. You have WiFi and Mobil Network(Cell) built-in, but you can chose how it will connect. Hope it helps...
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It uses wifi and cellular service to connect to the internet. For wifi you must be in a hot spot (such as home, office, etc.). If you are not in a wifi hot spot you can connect through a cellular phone network if you are in the service area. The cellular service area is much larger than wifi hot spot coverage. In this case, only AT&T and T-mobile systems are supported. It's like adding a cellphone connect card to your laptop. And yes, you pay for the cellular service.
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With wi-fi accessibility, do you need to have a provider (AT&T or T-Mobile) data plan in place (to access something like myspace or other)? What is the least expensive way to go, if you have any idea? I am in NY and do not travel much, but my child is spoiled by the sidekick and we had to cut the web, leaving texting open. It doesn't state it has AIM either. It seems AT&T is better in the no-choice game, but since we have a family network already on T-Mobile and unlimited texting and free T-Mobile to T-Mobile calls, I am not sure there is a savings. Please...its on sale today :)
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Sorry I took so long. The cell dose not need data to run unlike most. Yes the cell will use Wi-Fi insted of data and there is a setting that tells the phone to ONLY DOWNLOAD OVER WI-FI. Or ask before downloading. Its a good cell to have if you dont use data much like me. As a plus, I posted ths from the cell on wi-fi. Hope this helped.
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Yes, it has wifi. I'm not sure if you can turn off data, i never tried it. I don't have the phone anymore.
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You will stop using your data limit when wifi is connected. Its saves you data in the end. Wifi is a wonderful thing. Enjoy your phone.
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Wi Fi is available if U R in a Wi Fi area. U need to tell the phone U R using Wi Fi in the setup area. Anything U do is free unless U go on a paid site to download a paid game. Most of the games on the free sites are quite boring. I believe that most internet functions are available. The draw back is that the screen is rather small and it is very difficult to read anything, I found myself moving the screen around to read, an gave up and went on my computer. The phone itself is really Great. If U Do Not tell setup that U are using WiFi, U will be charged. There is a light on the upper line that lights up letting U know is U are using Wi Fi.
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This unit is meant to be used when you can't get a wi-fi signal. It operates in places where AT&T; phones work, though you don't have to have an AT&T; phone. (I don't.) You pay $50 a month for data that is devoted specifically to your unit. Minutes aren't involved at all.If your device (computer, etc.) can pick up a wi-fi signal without it, then you don't need to use this mobile hotspot, though you might want to anyway if you want a better signal than those available in most public places.
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As long as you have access to a place with wifi and you have the email address to set it up, no! You can turn off data..