Cell phones (was Re: Today's L(garble)T(garble)A(garble)R)

[SteveOrdinetz <steveord@wavewizard.com>]

Dan Strassberg wrote:
>I don't own a cell-phone
>either. I think they are an abomination. But I suppose that at some point I
>will succumb. Cell phones are rapidly putting an end to pay phones and it's
>rare to be able to find a pay phone should you need assistance when your car
>breaks down. I wish the rate structure were different. The thought of paying
>$40.00/month for something I might not use for months on end really bugs me.


I don't particularly like them either, and wouldn't have one myself if my
employer didn't provide (and require) it.  I think $40/month is a bit on
the high side.  I believe there are decent plans available for just over
half that, especially if you don't need a large "free" service area.