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In this video, Amir from Tavon Media reviews Mint Mobile, a budget-friendly cell phone service recently acquired by T-Mobile for $1.35 billion. Highlighting Mint Mobile's affordability and reliance on T-Mobile's network, Amir notes their plans start at $15 per month and go up to $30 for unlimited talk, text, and data. He shares personal cost savings and regard for the network's performance, with a special mention of its practicality during power outages. Some drawbacks discussed include the prepaid, non-refundable nature of the service, challenges with international coverage, and lack of billing statements for address proof. Despite expressing concerns over future pricing post-acquisition, Amir praises the service's reliability and customer support, especially within Northern California. He recommends Mint Mobile for U.S.-based users seeking competitive pricing and solid network coverage.
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In this part of the video, Amir from Tavon Media introduces Mint Mobile, a budget-friendly cell phone service he has used for over a year. He explains that Mint Mobile offers affordable plans by using T-Mobile’s network and having no physical stores. Recently acquired by T-Mobile for $1.35 billion, Mint Mobile remains a viable option for those with T-Mobile coverage. The service offers plans starting at $15 a month for unlimited talk and text with 4GB of data, and up to an unlimited plan at $30 a month with 35GB of 5G/4G LTE data and 5GB of mobile hotspot. Amir praises the affordability and functionality of Mint Mobile, noting its usefulness during power outages.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various pricing plans for Mint Mobile, highlighting how new customers can secure an unlimited plan for $30 a month for three months. After this period, the options include continuing with a three-month plan at $40 a month, a six-month plan at $35 a month, or locking in the $30 a month rate by paying $360 plus tax upfront for a year of service. The speaker shares a personal experience of saving significantly on cell phone bills by switching to Mint Mobile and praises the network’s performance. They also mention the prepayment requirement as a downside but note the flexibility to upgrade plans if data needs change.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the cons of using Mint Mobile, particularly when traveling internationally. Unlike T-Mobile, Mint Mobile users lose coverage when they leave the country unless they purchase an international plan through their app, with options costing $5, $10, or $20. The speaker shared a personal experience of using the $20 plan during a six-day trip to Mexico, emphasizing the importance of buying the plan before traveling. Additionally, they mention that Mint Mobile does not provide a billing statement, which can be inconvenient for proving address. Lastly, if a user wants to cancel their Mint Mobile service, they have only seven days from when they lock in the contract to get a refund; otherwise, any upfront payment is non-refundable.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with Mint Mobile, highlighting key aspects such as the need to pay for a full 12 months upfront without options for refunds or prorations if one decides to leave early. They compare this with their prior service from AT&T, which couldn’t match Mint Mobile’s $30 a month unlimited plan, making the switch seamless. The speaker notes the ease of porting their number and using their iPhone with Mint Mobile, including utilizing eSIM. They also touch on Mint Mobile’s acquisition by T-Mobile, expressing skepticism about future price stability despite assurances. The video emphasizes checking Mint Mobile’s coverage map and praises the overall service quality, reliability, and customer support experienced in Northern California. The speaker concludes by recommending Mint Mobile for those who primarily stay within the U.S. and appreciate competitive pricing.