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Samsung Slash Prepaid Phone (Virgin Mobile)

I wanted capable, yet inexpensive cell phone service for my 15-year old daughter, and Virgin Mobile delivered! I bought this phone for her from Walmart for Christmas (Virgin Mobile also offered this model for free w/plan activation on their website). The phone is girly-pretty, has a functional camera, records audio, enables her to make her own wallpapers and more, and I couldn't beat the prices anywhere, in my opinion (a calling plan and unlimited texting for about $40? Awesome!). Although many of her friends have more advanced phones and plans (which I personally think is ridiculous; teens don't need a smartphone!), her phone holds its own against theirs when it comes to style, bulk (she can hide it easily) and freedom (it's her very own phone; she doesn't have to share minutes and messaging plans with the rest of the family!). The call quality is great, and so far we haven't had any problems with dropped calls. However, we did find that the texting can be a bit glitchy when she is sending a text as one is coming in; it won't send hers. She just has to resend it once she receives the incoming one. All in all, I think that this is a great first cell phone for tweens and an inexpensive, yet excellent option for teenagers, especially for parents that have to pay the bill. Virgin Mobile is, in my opinion, a cut above your average pre-paid service. And the plans are so affordable that your wallet will thank you!

Perfect for a full featured phone that does what is advertised, lightweight, has a camera, can store my music, all that and more!Perfect for a full featured phone that does what is advertised, lightweight, has a camera, can store my music, all that and more!Perfect for a full featured phone that does what is advertised, lightweight, has a camera, can store my music, all that and more!Perfect for a full featured phone that does what is advertised, lightweight, has a camera, can store my music, all that and more!Perfect for a full featured phone that does what is advertised, lightweight, has a camera, can store my music, all that and more!