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The video critiques the Moto E phone purchased from Boost Mobile for enforcing network activation even when users attempt to use it solely over Wi-Fi. Despite various troubleshooting efforts, such as resetting network settings and reconnecting to different Wi-Fi networks, the device continuously demands activation on the Boost Mobile network, restricting its functionality. This often redirects users to an activation screen after a short period of use, impeding the phone's utility without a paid service plan. The creator notes that competitors like TracFone and Simple Mobile do not impose similar restrictions, emphasizing the inconvenience and potential issues for users who intend to use their phones exclusively on Wi-Fi. The video ends by soliciting viewers' experiences and insights regarding similar restrictions on Boost Mobile or other carriers.
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In this part of the video, the creator discusses an issue with the Moto E phone they purchased from Boost Mobile. They typically do not activate such phones on the network, instead using them over Wi-Fi. However, this phone began demanding activation to continue using Wi-Fi after a certain period, a behavior the creator has not encountered before. The phone displays a message stating it must be activated on the Boost Mobile network to use data services, restricting functionality until activated. Despite being connected to Wi-Fi, it suggests a public network login which fails, displaying a “web page not available” error for every Wi-Fi tried. Interestingly, Instagram still partially works, refreshing content momentarily before switching to the activation message. Other apps like Twitter do not refresh. The creator highlights the impracticality of using Boost Mobile phones solely on Wi-Fi without network activation.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the issues faced with a Boost phone when trying to use it with only Wi-Fi. After spending some time in an app, the phone redirects to an activation screen, effectively preventing Wi-Fi-only use. The speaker attempted several solutions, like resetting network settings and forgetting and re-adding networks, but none worked. The speaker has not tried resetting the device but hopes it might allow a few days of use for review purposes. They express disappointment and concern, particularly about the potential inability to use Wi-Fi if the service bill isn’t paid, which could be problematic for users relying solely on Wi-Fi. The speaker compares this issue with other carriers like TracFone and Simple Mobile, which do not enforce such restrictions. They ask viewers to share their experiences and knowledge about this behavior on Boost or other carriers.