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Getting a Wireless Device and a calling plan that meets the Deaf users’ need: The T-Mobile Unlimited Data Plan

By Deaf411 | January 6, 2009

[DEAF411] – Just as hearing people have many phone models, calling plans and options to choose from, deaf users also have many options when choosing wireless devices, also known as pagers, and calling plans that are deaf-friendly. Deaf users may qualify for a free wireless device with the help of a rebate, special offer or purchase one at a low cost. An unlimited data plan is a key factor and is more attractive to deaf users when it comes to selecting a calling plan from a wireless provider.

When a deaf user is looking for a wireless device, an important aspect to consider is selecting a monthly calling plan with a wireless service provider that understands what deaf users need. A wide variety of certain brands may require use of a specific wireless service provider. Reviewing which plan is economical is important because there are costs that may be overlooked. For example, a monthly calling plan can include charges for both voice and text usage. We recommend an unlimited data plan because it would be the most economical for a deaf user who primarily uses text communication, and does not use voice.

A deaf user does not want one of the regular calling plans that include an allowance, also known as, “minutes”, for making and receiving voice calls which can significantly impact the monthly cost. Many wireless service providers offer a “data plan” only as an option in addition to the regular calling plan.

T-Mobile is a company that understands what it takes to offer a “deaf-friendly” calling plan by offering “unlimited data plans” for anyone on any of its wireless devices. This “unlimited data plan” from T-Mobile is an ideal fit for a Deaf user of their Sidekick 2008, Sidekick LX or Blackberry Curve. This plan includes:

Deaf and hearing people can communicate with each other through text SMS, IM, and email or over Internet Relay. With this “unlimited data plan”, all these communication methods are available for one fixed monthly cost. This is something worth checking into!

Useful Links:

* SIGNED/CAPTIONED VIDEO: http://www.deaf411online.com

* Fuse Communications, a T-Mobile authorized dealer, has created a helpful “Pager Comparison Chart” listing specifications and features at http://www.deaf411online.com/fuse

* T-Mobile coverage check: http://www.deaf411online.com/coveragecheck

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