FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – SMARTPHONES

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What smartphones are available?

We offer some of the latest, most popular Android smartphones available from Samsung and HTC! Visit our Shop Smartphones page for a complete listing and features for each of our smartphones.

Then, keep checking back – when newer models become available, you can get them right at Home Choice!

Does Home Choice offer used or refurbished smartphones at a discounted price?

Yes, Home Choice stores carry Certified Pre-Owned smartphones for a lower price than new devices. Selection will vary by location, so please contact or visit your local Home Choice store to see what Certified Pre-Owned smartphones they have available.

UNLIMITED TALK, TEXT & DATA PLANS

What talk/text/data plans and carriers do you offer?

We offer multiple plans from a variety of service providers including NET10 Wireless and SIMPLE Mobile. All plans come with unlimited talk and text, and you can choose to add data or international services to fit your needs*^†. To see all the different options available – and to learn why getting them through Home Choice is right for you – please visit our Compare Plans page.

What are the differences among the plans that you offer?

We have unlimited talk and text plans for as low as $30 a month and LTE data packages with as much as 10GB per month are also available*^†. For a full breakdown of prices and services per plan for each provider, visit our Compare Plans page.

How fast are the data plans that Home Choice offers?

The wireless data plans offered at Home Choice have data speeds at 4G LTE. The amount of 4G LTE data you get will depend on which plan you choose. Visit your local store to learn more about 4G LTE. Visit our Shop Smartphones page to shop all of our 4G LTE compatible smartphones.

Do the plans offered at Home Choice have good coverage?

The plans offered at Home Choice offer the nation's best and most reliable 4G LTE networks. You can see the different coverage maps on our NET10 Wireless , SIMPLE Mobile and TelCel America pages.

Does Home Choice offer any international smartphone plans?

We offer a number of international plans that work in a large variety of countries worldwide. You can view and compare the different options on our Compare Plans pages.

What countries can I call with an international plan?

Please visit our Compare Plans page for detailed lists of the countries covered by each of our options.

Does Home Choice offer any family plans for smartphones?

Unlimited family talk, text and data plans for two to four lines are available*. Please visit our NET10 Wireless page for specific plans and rates.

How do I know which plan is right for me?

Click here for an at-a-glance comparison of how each unlimited, no-contract 30-day talk, text and data plan varies by nationwide coverage, national/international talk and text, and amount of data and price*^†. You can also visit your local Home Choice store where our Store Associates will help you determine which plan is right for your needs and your budget.

How do I sign up for a plan?

You can sign up for the talk, text and data plan of your choice at your local Home Choice store. We'll answer all your questions and make sure you choose a plan that best fits your needs and your budget. Find your local Home Choice store here.

Do I have to sign a contract to get the advertised rate for a talk/text/data plan?

Home Choice offers pre-paid talk/text/data plans that do not require a contract. For more information, visit your local Home Choice store.

What if I already have a smartphone, but need a plan?

If you already have a smartphone you'd like to use, just visit the Compare Plans page to view features, coverage and monthly prices of our available talk, text and data plans. Or, visit your local store and they'll help you choose the plan that's right for you.

What if I have a plan, but need a smartphone?

It is not necessary to purchase a talk, text and data plan from Home Choice to rent a smartphone. In fact, in most cases, you can rent a smartphone, connect it to your existing plan, and you're good to go. Visit our Use Your Own Plan page for a list of compatible carriers.

Will my existing plan work on a Home Choice smartphone?

In most cases, yes. Visit our Use Your Own Plan page for a list of carriers that are compatible with the smartphone you rent from GIN.

Can I refill my existing plan?

You can purchase additional airtime to your talk/text/data plan at any Home Choice store, either in person or by phone. Find your local store here.

Can I buy or refill airtime somewhere other than Home Choice

If it's more convenient for you, you're welcome to buy additional airtime somewhere other than GIN. Please contact your specific provider for a list of all the stores that sell airtime for their service. For further assistance, Visit your local Home Choice store and a Store Associate will be happy to help you.