Wireless Carriers

What carrier should I buy for an unlimited data plan? What carrier do you recommend that is also cheap? And has good customer service. I don't have a big income so I need a cheap carrier. Are there any new companies that have had good service?

Hello, I have an iPhone 7, currently with Verizon but phone is not paid off. Service has been shut off for a few months. I can only use my phone on WiFi. I do not have service at all with Verizon. Can I just buy a new SIM card from Straight Talk, Talknow or Boost and have service? I’m afraid if...

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