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Reader Questions
Upgrading to a Straight Talk Samsung Galaxy A50
A reader, Karen, asks… I am currently with Straight Talk, but my phone desperately needs to be replaced. I’m planning to buy a new phone from Straight Talk. The old one is a Samsung Galaxy 7 Edge, and the new one I’m eyeing is the Samsung A50. I’m pretty sure I came over on
Recommending a Laptop for Video Editing
Lisa, who is shopping for a new computer, asks…. Hi Bob, I’m looking to buy a laptop I can use Adobe Premier and InDesign. Currently I am using a Toshiba Satellite P55-A5312 (1TB and 6 GB, i5) and editing videos is impossible due to lagging. I’m thinking 16GB, 1TB would be a better configuration.
Transferring Straight Talk Service to an Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Phone
A reader, Stacie, asks… Hi Bob, I currently have a ST galaxy on Verizon towers. It was water damaged and I received another galaxy from someone. The new phone is unlocked, but was activated through Sprint. Is there any way to activate it with ST on the Verizon towers? Or would I need to
Can You Use Subsidy Locked Phones Across the Different Tracfone Brands
YouTuber, _W_ , asks Can you use these locked phones on any of TracFone brands, or does each of them have their own subsidy lock? that is a good question. I decided to answer this comment here on smartphonematters.com, so I can reference it again when someone else asks.
Cricket Wireless and Lowest Cost Prepaid Wireless That Use The AT&T Network
a reader, Daniel, asks…. Why does Straight Talk’s AT&T network operate at full speed but Cricket Wireless is throttled down, because my grandma got a new smartphone but it’s from AT&T and the postpaid AT&T is too expensive I’m wondering which AT&T MVNO offers the most data for the best price, Straight
Choosing a Straight Talk SIM For The BLU Studio XL 2
A reader, Ella, asks.. O mg I’m so bummed, I have a brand new Blu Studio XL2 phone owned it 3 months. It is 3 am in morning and I’ve finally decided to try and get it going because I just knew it would be a pain in the arse…lol
Using Personal Hotspot with Straight Talk
Some of the most frequently asked questions here on smartphonematters.com are about Straight Talk Wireless and Mobile Hotspot or Personal Hotspot. In this article I’ll explain to you what you need to know about Straight Talk and Hotspot. I Don’t Know How To Fix Your Straight Talk Hotspot Before going
Tracfone Plans and Refills for Smartphones
I recently had a question, from Tyeshia, she asks… If I use my iPhone 6s with tracfone do I have to buy the minute cards that labled “smartphones” on them or can I just get the regular tracfone minute cards… Well Tyeshia, that is a good question and let me try to answer
Should I Switch From AT&T GoPhone To Straight Talk?
A reader Blake asks if he should switch from AT&T’s GoPhone Prepaid to Straight Talk for data speeds… I just recently transferred my number to Go Phone to try it out and was thinking about trying Straight Talk’s AT&T do you see any differences in the speed or signal between the
Should I Switch From Verizon to Total Wireless?
Recently, Tammie asked if she should switch from Verizon to Total Wireless… I’ve been a Verizon user for nearly 20 years. I’m considering Total Wireless. I’m concerned about using Google Maps, etc for gps via my phone. I use it frequently and don’t want to need the gps feature and not have
Checking If You Can Use Your Verizon Smartphone with Straight Talk Wireless
Want to use your phone with Straight Talk’s Verizon Network? In this video, I’ll show you how to check if you can use your smartphone with Straight Talk’s Verizon network using a Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP) plan. Depending on your phone, where you use it, and Straight Talk’s rules you might be able to
Can I Use a BLU Smartphone With the Straight Talk Verizon Network?
A reader Wayne, asks Will Verizon SIM card work with Blu Studio 6.0 phone that has Straight Talk service? Hi Wayne, No, the BLU Studio 6.0, and all the other BLU models will not work on the Verizon network. BLU phones are compatible with the AT&T and T-Mobile networks that
Using FaceTime Without A Cellular Data Connection
A reader, Jasmine asks… Hi I was wondering if I bought a straight talk iphone if I will be able to use face time without paying that month? Hello Jasmine, You can use FaceTime with any iPhone that has an Internet connection. To connect to the Internet, you’ll need to
Can I Move a Straight Talk SIM From A Moto Droid Razor To a Samsung Galaxy Note 3?
A reader, Marty asks, If i’m currently using a droid razor on straight talk. Can I still use the same sim card in my new note 3 for straight talk. The note is unlocked. Hi Marty, If your using the Straight Talk AT&T or Straight Talk
Problems with Straight Talk Wireless’ Verizon Network
Having problems with your prepaid phone service using Straight Talk’s Verizon network? You are not alone. Many readers ask me for help getting their data to work when they first sign up, when their data suddenly stops working, or their high speed data does not return after the start of a new monthly service plan.