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Mobile phone plans and networks

Choosing the right plan, changing networks and settling mobile phone disputes.

Mobile phone plans fall into 2 main categories: monthly account and pre-paid plans. Think about how you'll mostly use your phone, as this influences the type of plan that will best suit your needs.

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  • Monthly account plans
  • Pre-paid plans
  • Changing networks
  • Settling disputes

Monthly account plans

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Pre-paid plans

Changing networks

Settling disputes


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