Hello everyone! Thrilled that Woot ask us to come back again with a new offer of some Android smartphone that come with our 100% free phone service. Please see below for the top FAQs (plus with a link to a more expanded set). I’ll also be here to answer any questions in this thread or through PM!
** 1. Is FreedomPop really free?**
Yes, by activating on the 100% free, you’ll be able to get 200 minutes, 500 texts, and 500MB of data for free each and every month. Just buy the phone and you’ll never have to pay another phone bill again. Upgrading to unlimited talk & text is only $10.99/month.
** 2. What network does FreedomPop use? **
FreedomPop uses Sprint’s 4G LTE and 3G networks. Calls and texts are made through FreedomPop’s VoIP messaging app, so you must have a data connection in order to send/receive calls and texts. Go to www.freedompop.com/coverage3g4g to view the full coverage. As a way to save your free data allotment, you can also connect to any local WiFi network, such as the one in your home or work.
** 3. Are there any special add-on services that I can get? **
One of our top value-added services is Premium Voice. If Premium Voice is active on your account, then your phone calls will be redirected through Sprint’s Voice Network, rather than going through VoIP. Adding Premium Voice costs $3.99/month.
** 4. What do I do after receiving my phone? **
After you get your FreedomPop phone, please go to www.freedompop.com/activate. Enter in the MEID of your phone, along with your desired email address to be associated with your FreedomPop account. Follow the steps to get fully activated. You will select your FreedomPop phone number during the activation process.
To see an even more expanded FAQs, please check out this page of the FreedomPop Community Forum! Hope everyone has a great day!
Hi, FreedomPop, good seeing you make another appearance.
What is the difference between factory refurbished & reconditioned? Is there a performance or expected lifetime difference? Cosmetic difference?
Thanks!
We already own over half dozen of your products, and were wondering if you will offer tablets & internet access points on woot.com in the future? (Hint: We’d LOVE to see them here)
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Hi, FreedomPop, good seeing you make another appearance.
What is the difference between factory refurbished & reconditioned? Is there a performance or expected lifetime difference? Cosmetic difference?
Thanks!
We already own over half dozen of your products, and were wondering if you will offer tablets & internet access points on woot.com in the future? (Hint: We’d LOVE to see them here)
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There’s no real difference between the two. All of our Certified Pre-Owned phones go through the same steps of refurbishment before being shipped out to our users. You can check out more here: https://www.freedompop.com/freedompop-certified-pre-owned
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What version of android are these running? I know the description says 4.4, but is it 4.4.1 or 4.4.2?
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The Galaxy Slll runs under, Android “KitKat" which is a 4.4.
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Hi,
Do you unlock this phone?
Thanks.
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The device is not unlocked, but can be released to be activated with any of Sprint’s MVNO carriers.
SIII is running 4.4.2, but I wouldn’t buy it. I have one, with FP, and I’ve been waiting weeks for the replacement phone that I’ve already paid for (weeks ago). The S3 works but in very weak (1 bar) and strong (5 bar) signal areas you’ll actually get no service. It’ll show that you are connected, but nothing works.
Get a newer model phone, you’ll likely be happier.
Bought this phone last time it was offered. Camera makes grainy pictures. Facebook messenger is more reliable than the phone app. Service help… takes forever. The earn free data options don’t seem to work.