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Old May 15th, 2011 | 11:44 PM
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Australian Mobile Phone use in USA

What is the safest way to use an Australian mobile in USA without incurring huge data download costs. I only need the phone for calls not internet connect or other applications.
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Old May 16th, 2011 | 05:09 AM
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Turn off data roaming and limit yourself to short calls and text messages. If you are traveling for more than 2 weeks, consider buying a cheap phone here so you can make U.S. calls. That will cost about $30 to $40. You can buy a phone at almost any drugstore.
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Old May 16th, 2011 | 05:18 AM
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Be sure to review this very recent thread: http://www.fodors.com/community/unit...omment-7088725

The possible store that should carry them include Walgreens, CVS, Target, Walmart and 7-11. Just be aware that, unlike Oz, you will be charged for incoming calls.

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Old May 16th, 2011 | 02:51 PM
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Thanks for your assistance
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Old May 16th, 2011 | 07:04 PM
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If that doesn't suit your needs, check out www.net10.com

It's a service I use. It's good, and it's not expensive.

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