A new, affordable cell phone service that enables U.S. residents to make and receive international calls using the strength of the country’s largest digital wireless network has been introduced by National Geographic. It has partnered with Cellular Abroad for this venture. This new subscription-free wireless service provides users with a feasible alternative to high monthly charges and long-term contracts.
The Talk Abroad Travel Phone which is offered through Cellular Abroad targets those traveling overseas. On the other hand, the new National Geographic wireless service is the perfect solution for those calling from within the United States. Competitive rates are provided by the domestic wireless service offered through Cellular Abroad when calls are made to locations worldwide, with the convenience of using a U.S.-based phone number.
“The new National Geographic phone service is perfect for people who need dependable wireless service but don’t want to pay for minutes they won’t use,” said John Dumbacher, senior vice president, licensing, for National Geographic. “Both plans offer customers easy, reliable and budget-conscious solutions to keep in touch with friends and family here at home and overseas.”
The National Geographic wireless service provides complete flexibility with its toll-free, U.S.-based customer support that functions 24/7 and there is no involvement of any bills, activation fees, service contracts or any other hidden fees. The cell phones pack in various iconic images, interesting wallpapers and ring tones from the National Geographic’s award-winning archives. It also arrives with a battery, wall charger, SIM card and user manual.
This service is now available online via CellularAbroad.com and through various stores such as J&R, Fry’s, Expansys, and other select retailers. The cost for direct-dial calls from the United States to the various international destinations are just $0.17 per minute and these locations include Canada, Mexico, China and the United Kingdom. While on the other hand domestic calls are merely $0.15 per minute. Users have a choice of two phones such as the Motorola V3 Razr Explorer Quad Band cell phone for $199 and the Motorola C139 Dual Band cell phone for $69. Both handsets making use of this service include 133 minutes of free domestic talk time.