Hassle-free mobiles (Virgin Mobile in general)

Member Name: jennystevenson

Product:	Virgin Mobile in general
Date:	29/01/01 (49 review reads)
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Advantages: Stylish phones, simple tarrif.

Disadvantages: Small range of phones which can be pricier than other networks

I'm sure you are aware of Virgin mobile by now and I have been converted.

I was fed up of being confused by different call rates, contract or pre-pay and trying to find out what the differences were between the networks. Then came along Virgin mobile and it got me curious.

The first thing that struck me was the simple call rates: 15p for the first five minutes of a day and 5p thereafter. Finally a simple plan! No contract, no special call rates at different times of the day and the phones on offer are simply stunning.

OK, the phones may be a little pricier than other prepay networks but the tarrifs are cheaper and there is no time limit on the call vouchers, meaning you won't lose out on call credit.

Then comes in the interesting stuff....virgin extras. Through these on your mobile you can buy music, electrical goods or book a holiday through virgin at a discount. Also, you can be sent text alerts on a variety of subjects that interest you. The free voicemail and help service are useful too.

There is also optional insurance, e-mail alerts and you can even choose to pay for your calls via direct debit.

More fun than your average network including features that I haven't seen on other prepay schemes. A hassle free way to own a mobile!

Last but not least if you don't want to change your phone you can buy a SIM only pack for £10 including £5 worth of calls which at present is the best SIM only deal across all networks.

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