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Customer Shows off his Assurance Wireless LG200 Camera Phone

July 28, 2011

Assurance Wireless is the fastest growing government cell phone vendor, and perhaps issuing quality phones is one of the reasons. Here’s a video recently posted to Youtube by an Assurance Wireless customer, who is showing off the LG 200 Camera phone he just received from them.

As you can see, it’s a beautiful, modern phone. With a full QWERTY keyboard, the LG200 makes it easy to send text and picture messages, email, and IM. This phone also features a camera, Bluetooth, and Mobile Web (which you won’t be able to use in the free Lifeline program). And of course it runs on the Sprint/Nextel’s Virgin Wireless.

Don’t get too excited about the built-in camera though; while PC Magazine liked the phone for a low-end phone, here’s what they said in last month’s review of it: “The VGA (0.3-megapixel) camera is as worthless now as it was in 2004 when they first began appearing on cell phones. Amusingly, Virgin Mobile trumpets this as a “high-resolution” camera, when in fact it is the absolute lowest resolution cell phone camera ever sold in any volume.”

Anyone who groaned after reading about the camera, shame on you. Don’t forget, this is a free phone you’ll receive, compliments of other Americans.

We do have one suggestion though: the reviewer needs to quit smoking those nasty death sticks so he can rid himself of that hacking cough before his next video.

Take a look at the Assurance Wireless plans to see if you might want to add a few dollars to upgrade your minutes and texting volume.

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Comments

  1. Andrew hopkins says

    July 2, 2021 at 8:57 pm

    Thanks for helping me

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 3, 2021 at 4:34 am

      Our pleasure, Andrew.

  2. Brenda Lewis says

    June 24, 2021 at 2:21 pm

    I’m trying to find out how i can get a job with the program

  3. Kin says

    June 14, 2021 at 1:53 pm

    I hate this thing. On being stalked, why I got the phone, but its useless. The pics are not admissible in court,not clear enough. And I have to clear all the advertising pop ups before I can make a call or text. If I didn’t know any better I’d say assurance is trying to help the stalkers.

  4. Trisha Jordan says

    May 21, 2021 at 11:24 am

    I would like to buy a new phone from insurance because I lost my old phone and I can’t get a replacement what kind of phones do you guys have that I can buy online

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 21, 2021 at 11:26 am

      We are not Assurance, Trisha. This is an independent informational website.

    • Anthony says

      June 12, 2021 at 10:47 pm

      Why is it you can’t find one good phone service.
      They are billing the tax payers of millions of dollars for free lifeline service. But all and I mean all of the phones are crap.
      I’ve been searching through all of the lifeline companies and I haven’t found not one that’s legit.
      I will be homeless in three days and need some temporary help. It doesn’t appear I will be getting a lifeline phone.
      But if I do and it’s crap, I will definitely let the BBB, FCC, and my congressman know.
      I hope you find something.

  5. Justin C says

    April 1, 2021 at 5:19 pm

    Scam Alert:

    Assurance Wireless embeds in their app an update function inwhich ‘the customer’ – unknowingly – expires their own data allocation after purchase. This allows Assurance to keep your money and not provide any data service.

    I DO NOT recommend Assurance Wireless for any cell phone or data services.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 1, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      We do not know that to be true, Justin.

  6. Robin gray says

    August 16, 2020 at 11:41 am

    I am with assurance wireless i can only get a ( slow.act up .) bad type of phone 5$ extra .and i have it freeze up all the time.have to take the battery out n restart it..called them n they offered me another same kind 5$ plus shipping in nov?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 16, 2020 at 1:29 pm

      Have you considered going out and purchasing an inexpensive compatible phone and using it as your free government cell phone?

  7. James A. Reid says

    May 31, 2020 at 2:31 pm

    Mr James A Reid has received online accept for service
    ..

    • James A. Reid says

      May 31, 2020 at 2:37 pm

      Call me when you receive ajust ment for my service 215 403 **** . Thank you

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        May 31, 2020 at 4:59 pm

        This is an independent informational website, James. We are not your service provider. You need to contact that company directly.

  8. Vance says

    February 29, 2020 at 3:13 pm

    Can i switch my Straight Talk service to my UMX assurance phone?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 29, 2020 at 3:17 pm

      StraightTalk is not a free government cell phone service provider, so we cannot answer your question. But call 6-1-1 on your cell phone and you’ll be connected to customer service. They should be able to answer your question.

    • Olivia Jeffers says

      April 13, 2020 at 7:58 am

      Your next page has error what am I supposed to do I need money a decent Phone. Please help me thanks.

      Olivia Jeffers

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        April 13, 2020 at 2:46 pm

        Not sure what you mean by “our next page.”

  9. Christine barnes says

    February 24, 2020 at 1:07 pm

    Does this include magazine ark

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 24, 2020 at 1:38 pm

      We have no idea what “magazine ark” is.

  10. Rich says

    February 10, 2020 at 2:30 pm

    I’m in New York . Where can I find an agent who gives phone on spot after qualification

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 10, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      We strongly urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events. They have been the scenes of far too much fraud and abuse.

  11. Lacey says

    February 7, 2020 at 10:17 pm

    I started with a UXM and then the SIM stopped working. I contacted Assurance Wireless about it and they sent me a L51 both phone freeze like crazy and like to have a lot of programs quit working, I am constantly restarting my phone because of this. I get food stamps and medical and I am not allowed to go back to work until after I see my Stroke Dr to see if it’s alright, so I have no income.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 7, 2020 at 11:00 pm

      We’re not sure what your question is, Lacey.

  12. Shelisa Cline says

    January 30, 2020 at 6:44 pm

    I receive food stamps but I have no income living in HUD housing in Florence Alabama

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 31, 2020 at 2:19 am

      You can check out all the plans available in Alabama at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  13. Becky says

    September 9, 2019 at 7:56 am

    How to un freeze it from the blue screen

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 9, 2019 at 5:33 pm

      Google the make and model of your phone along with the words “user manual.” When you find the manual, you will be able to find the answer to your question.

    • 925-457-9972 says

      September 30, 2019 at 7:06 pm

      I appreciate your service. I went to a 99cents store on Willowpass Rd in Concord where there is a rep from your company Today, but the clerk told me the represent has not shown at store for 1 week. Please help me to find a place where I can find the free government phone that I had used before. Thanks. My zip code is Ca94598 ( Walnut Creek ) I hope I can go any place near by such as Pleasant Hill city or Concord.

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:45 pm

        We doubt that anyone will give you a free replacement phone, 925. Most companies offer you replacements for $25 or so and most outside companies will charge you more. If we were you, we’d goon Amazon or eBay to see what we can find.

        • Jessica Evans says

          December 13, 2019 at 11:54 pm

          actually most of the companies give 1 free replacement phone every 12 months. i know assurance wireless does for sure and i think life wireless does too you just gotta ask. sometimes u gotta pay like $5 for shipping and handling

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            December 14, 2019 at 1:10 am

            That will come as a huge surprise to all the readers who have been denied replacement phones.

  14. Mary Ann Payno says

    August 6, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    My phone sometimes dosent work properly i love my service and needs. An upgrade soon as possible. Please linform me with futher details.thank you

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 6, 2019 at 4:31 pm

      Simple, Mary Ann. Call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to speak to customer service.

      • Jessica says

        March 21, 2020 at 3:13 pm

        Im just wanted to know if i qualify

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          March 21, 2020 at 4:17 pm

          We don’t know anything about you, Jessica, so there’s no way for us to tell you. But you can figure it out for yourself by going to our “Do You Qualify?” Page. Here’s a link:

          https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify

    • Sherry brown says

      January 1, 2020 at 4:53 pm

      I need a phone bad

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        January 1, 2020 at 5:16 pm

        You need to enroll with one the companies offering free government cell phones in your state. Here’s where you can find them all. Check each of them out carefully to find the plan that fits your needs best:

        https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  15. chaarina says

    April 18, 2019 at 11:32 pm

    I have assurance wireless my phone is
    Outdated and somtimes doesnt function right how do i upgrade for free

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 19, 2019 at 9:17 am

      It’s rare that a customer is allowed to upgrade for free. There is one option, though. If you were to switch service providers, the new service provider would be required to provide you with a smart phone. Here’s an article that tells you how to make the switch:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

  16. Sandra says

    January 15, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    I need a larger phone that works better

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 15, 2019 at 10:20 pm

      Check your service provider’s website to see which phones they make available. You should also ask them about their BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) plan, which would allow you to purchase the exact phone you want somewhere else and then use it as your free government cell phone.

  17. Susan Otts says

    January 14, 2019 at 9:04 am

    Yes I have assurance can I transfer to another company just of I like to

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 14, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      Yes, you can as long as you’ve had your account for 60 days or longer. You can find all the transfer info you’ll need at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

  18. Donald Nelson says

    October 6, 2018 at 7:34 am

    Applied for Qlink update, not qualified? Disabled and on Medicare only get $750.00 A MONTH. PHONE I HAVE IS SO SMALL I HAVE TROUBLE USING IT. HELP?

  19. jody travers says

    April 6, 2018 at 9:26 am

    i used to get a few questions to keep my phone current you didnt send it

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 6, 2018 at 4:18 pm

      “We” didn’t send it because “we” are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website. Check your service provider’s website or call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to be connected to your customer service team.

  20. Maze mack says

    February 5, 2018 at 11:27 pm

    How can I retrieve one on the front camera phone. Someone stole mine and I haven’t been able to find one like it.
    Maze.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 6, 2018 at 12:45 am

      Do you remember the make and model of your phone? Check out eBay and Amazon to see if you can find a similar one. You can also check your service provider’s website to check all the makes and models they offer.

  21. Debbie Kaptain says

    January 6, 2018 at 2:03 pm

    Will I get a flip phone

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 6, 2018 at 5:35 pm

      All new customers get smartphones, Debbie.

  22. Pamela hall says

    December 17, 2017 at 5:57 pm

    I want to up grade my phone to one that has a camera

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 17, 2017 at 11:48 pm

      You probably have a couple options, Pamela. (1) See if your service provider will provide you with a free upgrade. They probably will not, but it can’t hurt to ask. (2) If they will not, you can pay a relatively small fee for an upgraded model. (3) You have the option of switching to a new service provider. All the Lifeline companies are required to provide free smartphones to all new customers. Here’s where you can find an article that tells you exactly how to switch service providers:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

  23. AnnetteZollicoffer says

    November 26, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    I have an Obama phone in which it’s the old model, the very first cell phone when the program began. And they are always breaking down, something is always I mean literally always going wrong. That’s why I’m asking this question, do you all have a more modern and up to date free cell phones for assurance customers and if so, what kind. I have a small open face cell and it’s not working as it should, can I or am I qualified for a better free phone?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 26, 2017 at 11:59 pm

      Each company offers different makes and models of phones, Annette. You should contact your service provider’s customer service team or check out the selection on its website.

  24. Debra says

    August 30, 2017 at 8:17 am

    My name is Debra grant. I have a push button assurance wireless phone. And I hate it. I want a touch screen assurance wireless phone. Could. U help me out. And send me a touch screen assurance wireless cell phone. I would really appreciate it. If u could.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 30, 2017 at 9:32 am

      We can’t do it, Debra, because this is just an independent informational website that is NOT affiliated with any of the free government cell phone companies. You need to contact your company’s customer service team.

  25. Connie Lee says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    I have a phone from assurance wireless and love it, and im grateful for it. Mine is old, and dosent hold a charge for long. I want to know if i can upgrade to the smartphone you now offer, but cant find out how.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 21, 2017 at 10:21 pm

      You may get lucky and get a customer service agent who will replace your phone for free, but the odds are that you will be required to pay a relatively small fee. Your other option is to switch to a different Lifeline company. You will then be considered a new customer and will be given a smartphone by the new service provider. Here’s an article that tells you how to switch service providers:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

  26. Rebecca says

    July 21, 2017 at 9:35 pm

    I applied and was denied but then the correct paper work that was required , and I qualified but haven’t received anything , but I would love the lg200 phone if possible.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 22, 2017 at 4:34 am

      We’re not a Lifeline service provider, Rebecca. This is an independent informational website. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team to find out what the problem is.

  27. jimmie Mccleary says

    June 24, 2017 at 10:50 am

    I love my phone, thank you so much.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 24, 2017 at 11:14 am

      Don’t thank us, Jimmie. Thank the company you got the phone from.

  28. charlene says

    February 18, 2017 at 7:09 am

    Why am i not able to check my megabytes to know how many are left before i run out in the assurance wireless? This is ridiculous. So im just supposed to run out of megabyte data to find out i need more?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 18, 2017 at 12:11 pm

      We are unable to answer questions about your data usage, Charlene. Have you checked with your service provider’s customer service team to find out how to do it? Or would you rather just bitch on this public forum?

      • K says

        June 29, 2017 at 8:09 am

        I found “Free Govt Cell Phone..” answer (feb 18, 2017 at 12:11 pm) to Charlene rude and uncalled for. This is an example of how some people take advantage of the disadvantaged – Or to put it in your words, develop a public forum to be a bitch so you can be bitching about it. This is how you get away with being rude by hiding behind some legit service while you express yourself and show your ingnorance. Sorry – you been caught in the act because not all disadvantaged people are as stupid as “Free Govt Cell Phone..”” must think to ask a Question like that.

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          June 29, 2017 at 11:31 am

          If you thought our answer to Charlotte was rude, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.

          Let’s review, K. We’re not Assurance Wireless, so how the hell are we supposed to know how many megabytes Charlene has left? Do you think we’re mindreaders? If you think this website “takes advantage of the disadvantaged,” you have your head squarely up your ass. Yes, that was rude. Intentionally rude. We’ve spent years building this website into the nation’s premier source of information of the free government cell phone program. We’ve written thousands of articles helping America’s disadvantaged get those phones. We spend many hours each day doing this out of the kindness of our hearts. We’ve helped tens of thousands of people with answers to their questions about this program. And it steams us when someone like Charlotte angrily expects us to answer a question that only her service provider can answer. However, it steams us even more when a moron like you then attacks us. How about if you do everyone a favor and crawl back in your hole. Jeez.

          AND NOW BACK TO OUR REGULAR PROGRAMMING…

          • Jean says

            November 28, 2017 at 9:26 pm

            Dam. I need you on my street ..there’s a war here with the metiches on the block and we need some real a**holes like you over here …

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            November 29, 2017 at 4:04 am

            We think you were complimenting us, but we’re really not sure, Jean.

          • Tyler says

            March 19, 2019 at 7:41 am

            Hi I’m tyler Cole Stevens I am a happy consumer wth assurance wireless.i am requesting my possility of receive meant of the mobile celieur phone i am in moment of no phone. my Gmail is **********@gmaol.com. I do thank you for connecting me enjoy yourself.

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            March 19, 2019 at 7:53 am

            We’ve tried and tried and tried, Tyler, but we don’t have a clue what you’re question is. Any readers like to venture a guess?

          • terri almond says

            March 5, 2020 at 4:37 am

            Well, that did it for me!! I have been reading your website for the abundant information and mostly knowledgeable and informative. BUT… This reply to this customer through me for a loop!!! I’m sorry that you felt the need to go there with a customer, prospective customer, or information seeker!!! Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. A less hostile and threatening message to this young lady (?) would have most assuredly gotten your web site more hits and much praise!! Shame on you!! 😭

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            March 5, 2020 at 6:11 am

            This website gets plenty of hits. In fact, no other free government cell phone website gets more hits. We’re the kings. And we don’t need any More praise. We get plenty of praise every day when we help hundreds of readers solve their problems. Yes, occasionally, a rude reader puts us over the top. At the end of those days, the boss calls us in and says, “Good answer to that moron.”

          • Henry says

            May 29, 2021 at 1:40 pm

            I have seen a ton of comments and questions relating to people who are using a cell phone service. I think they may have crossed over to the vendor website to register and enroll and are in the mistaken notion that this site is a kind of clearinghouse site that is tied to the vendor website. So they return to this site to post their complaints in the mistaken notion that the vendor customer service will read the comments here and respond.

            The issue here with all of these complaints is these “novice computer users” do not have the realization that things on any given webpages are NOT intricately connected to other webpages. They are treating this site has a customer service forum for all of the Lifeline providers.

            All of these people need to bookmark the Lifeline provider website and remove this site from their bookmarks AFTER you have signed up for service.

            That is my 2 cents.

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            May 29, 2021 at 2:52 pm

            From your lips to God’s ear.

  29. GRACE M MCCONICO says

    January 29, 2017 at 8:53 am

    HELLO….HOW CAN I UPGRADE MY ASSURANCE CELL PHONE

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 29, 2017 at 10:31 am

      Contact customer service by phone or online, Grace.

    • Kanye Jackson says

      February 11, 2017 at 8:52 pm

      I need a phone by tomorrow.

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        February 11, 2017 at 9:17 pm

        That’s probably not going to happen, Kanye. Most free government cell phones say delivery will take two weeks, but our readers say it takes three or four weeks. One poor devil said it took six months.

  30. Jerry Dawson says

    January 20, 2017 at 12:59 am

    I would like information on how to upgrade my government phone to a smartphone provided by you

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 20, 2017 at 4:04 am

      We don’t provide smartphones, dumbphones or any kind of phones, Jerry. This is an independent website, not a free government cell phone company.

      As of December 2, all free government cell phone companies are supposed to offer free smartphones to their new customers. So here’s where you can find a list of all those companies and plans in your state. Check them all out carefully to make sure you get the plan that works best for your needs (most minutes, most texts, most data, etc).

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  31. cookie says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:56 am

    Is the comments govt going to approve my comments or Assurance Wireless? If either of them do this will never get posted. LOL

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 19, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      We don’t have the slightest clue what you’re talking about, Cookie.

  32. Government Intelligence says

    January 15, 2017 at 4:13 am

    I give props to whoever is responsible for replying to these comments. I would probably get a migraine if I wasn’t laughing so hard.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 15, 2017 at 6:35 am

      In the words of Abraham Lincoln, “If I didn’t laugh, I’d cry.” One of our favorite quotes.

  33. Ana says

    January 12, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    I received a phone that I had requested. I know u r an independent company, still wondering if you can help me swap the phone I was using with this phone I I just received . I’m acctally using the new phone now to send this request.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 13, 2017 at 2:37 am

      Are you saying that you want to continue using your old phone on your Lifeline account? If so, that’s possible, depending on which free government cell phone company you are enrolled with. It’s called Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) or Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP). Call your service provider’s customer service team to ask how to do it.

  34. GRACE M MCCONICO says

    January 7, 2017 at 9:31 am

    I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW CAN I UPGRADE MY ASSURANCE PHONE

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 7, 2017 at 10:48 am

      Check the Assurance website or contact Assurance customer service. You should also read this article that will tell you the upgrade policies of Assurance and all the other free government cell phone companies:

      You should also take a look at the entire list of low-income internet plans

      • cookie says

        January 19, 2017 at 9:54 am

        Assurance Wireless has no clue what they are doing. I have a list of numerous phones available but then they are not really. They have actually called me John hmmmmmm. I am a female. Duh! Every email I have received says different phones available but not really, Need a battery for current low grade phone but no the would rather spend govt money to send another phone. WOW

  35. Karen Johnson says

    January 5, 2017 at 9:49 pm

    Please upgrade my phone the one I have now have no camera an cuts off when I try to open when I receive a text mess assurance I would appreciate the upgrade to the LG200 Camera Phone

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 6, 2017 at 3:56 am

      We can’t upgrade your phone because we’re not your service provider, Karen. We’re an independent website. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.

  36. corine says

    December 15, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    I love it

  37. Bertha Alicia Hernandez says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    Upgrade my phone

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 27, 2016 at 2:41 am

      We’re not your service provider, Bertha, so we cannot upgrade your phone. But here’s an article that tells you about the smartphone upgrade policies of all the major Lifeline companies:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/which-lifeline-cell-phone-companies-offer-smartphones

      • K says

        January 21, 2017 at 10:04 am

        Lmao! Put an auto reply that just say’s ” scroll back to the top and start reading again”. Or one that say’s “here’s your sign.”

    • Kenny Teague says

      November 28, 2016 at 3:03 am

      Upgrade me

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        November 28, 2016 at 5:57 am

        C’mon, Kenny, we’re not your service provider. Do you really think that leaving a comment that says “Upgrade me” will somehow get your service provider to magically give you a better phone? Contact customer service.

        • K says

          January 21, 2017 at 10:06 am

          Lmao! Im glad I stumbled upon this website!! Give em’ hell independent company! This is funny

  38. Geneva Jenkins says

    November 26, 2016 at 2:42 pm

    Hi my name is GENEVA JENKINS
    I LIVE 547 MONTGOMERY STREET, ******* ******* ******
    CAN YOU PLEASE SEND ME ONE OF THOSE NEW PHONES PLEASE?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 26, 2016 at 2:53 pm

      Sorry, Geneva, we can’t fulfill your request because we’re not a free government cell phone company. We’re an independent website. You’ll need to contact your service provider’s customer service team in order to upgrade.

    • K says

      January 21, 2017 at 10:08 am

      Only thing your gonna get is a creepy peeping tom putting your address out there like that girl! Be careful and don’t do that

  39. Mary Johnson says

    November 14, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    I need one

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 14, 2016 at 4:38 pm

      Apply for one.

      • Venecia ortiz says

        December 13, 2016 at 11:35 am

        Please send me 4G. Smart phone. Samsung phone, MERRY CHRISTMAS FOR ALL.
        Thanks

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          December 13, 2016 at 2:44 pm

          We can’t send you a phone, Venezia, because we’re an independent website, not a free government cell phone company. You can find all the free government cell phone companies in your state at the following link:

          https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  40. Linda Franklin says

    October 29, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    I would like a new upgraded assurance phone with a new phone charger, my current charger is broken and so is my phone.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 29, 2016 at 5:17 pm

      We can’t help you, Linda, because we’re not your service provider. We’re an independent website. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team by phone or online.

  41. julie land says

    October 23, 2016 at 6:45 pm

    hi do have free tablets

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 24, 2016 at 3:55 am

      We’re not a Lifeline service provider, Julie. We’re an independent website. You’ll need to contact one of the free government cell phone companies to ask your question.

  42. LISA DONALD says

    October 8, 2016 at 8:03 pm

    I HAVE THE ASSURANCE WIRELESS GONERNMENT PHONE BUT IT DOES NOT WORK IN MY HOUSE I JUST HAVE THE FREE ONE. WONDERING IF I UP GRADED TO THE FLIP PHOE WOULD IT PICK UP BETTER ARE WILL IT NOT MAKE A DIFFERENCE. AND HOW LONG DO THE BATTERIES LAST? MY BATTERY IS BEEN THE SAME ONE FOR YEARS. SOME OF MY BUTTINS DONT WORK ANYMORE, CAN I SWAP THAT PHONE BACK IN FOR ANOTHER ONE?

    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      October 9, 2016 at 4:15 pm

      It’s just a guess, but we don’t think that a different phone will help you get coverage–you’re likely just in dead zone for the carrier.

      As for batteries, they don’t last much longer than a year or two, depending upon use.

  43. Oduardo Baro says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:07 pm

    I got technical problems whit my phone I can’t even sometimes call out,i been having this phone for more then a year,it is time to replacement.Thanks

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 5, 2016 at 2:57 am

      It may be time for more than that, Oduardo. Competition in the Lifeline Assistance program has increased substantially in the last year and you may be able to get a far better plan (more minutes, more texts, maybe even a data plan, and maybe a smartphone) if you switch providers. Here’s an article that tells you how easy it is to switch:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

      And here’s where you can find a complete list of Lifeline Assistance free government cell phone providers in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  44. Trina says

    September 1, 2016 at 10:26 am

    Is it true that assurance wireless is going to start offering a newer model cell phone. I sure hope so because these little outdated style and technically handicapped phone that u have been supplying to new customer as well as existing customers who need to get replacement and being charged $20.00 for it. Honestly free phone service or not there is no reason y assurance can’t afford to disburse and upgrade to a more advanced styles of phone shoot even the old flip phones r a better choice definitely more sturdy.
    .it would also be great if u Offered and automatically upgrade and send the upgraded phones to your already existing faithful customers. Respectfully, Trina

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 1, 2016 at 11:07 am

      Our understanding is that ALL free government cell phone companies will be required to upgrade all cell phones to smartphones beginning December 1 when Lifeline Broadband is introduced.

  45. Jackie tooley says

    August 16, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    I heard from one of the outside vendors that get you the phone .that I can go to cvs and Pay about 10.00 for the new free picture phone I checked with cvs and they don’t know anything the phone.

  46. Jean Mikhail says

    August 13, 2016 at 3:08 pm

    My phone does not dial any numbers, I would like to know what compatability phones I can use, as I need to get phone working ,a.s.a.p no house phone only one phone.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 14, 2016 at 6:02 am

      Here’s an article that tells you what to do if your phone is broken, Jean.

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/i-lost-my-phone-how-do-i-get-a-replacement

  47. Jamie Pruett says

    July 27, 2016 at 11:40 am

    I need help to get a phone

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 27, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      You’ve come to the right website, Jamie. Here’s how to get started:
      First, find out if you’re eligible. You can find all the ways to be eligible here:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify

      After you find out if you qualify, take a look at all the companies offering free government cell phones in your state. Check them all out carefully, because each of the companies has a slightly different plans — different minutes, different texts, different data plans. Pick the one that works best for your needs.

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Then all you need to do is apply to the company whose plan appeals to you most.

  48. David Stuart Grover says

    July 20, 2016 at 11:42 am

    A week ago a person in an Assurance shirt wanted to sign me and my friend up for a free phone, being satisfied customers already we declined until he said he was also signing up people for free tablets(small yes but decent), he said it was a trial run and while we didn’t qualify for the phone the tablet would be sent to us in the mail within 10 days.
    I was wondering if you have heard of anything like this or is my friend correct when he said to me that we were never going to get the tablets?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 20, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      We have no way of knowing, David. It’s conceivable that Assurance was conducting some kind of test marketing, but there is so much fraud and abuse committed at street tents and booths that we are always skeptical of promises made by the people at those locations.

      How about if you contact Assurance by email or phone to ask if this is legitimate. And if you find out, please let us (and our readers) know what you learn.

  49. Jan Wintz says

    July 7, 2016 at 11:07 am

    How many MB of data do i have in my account?
    Please e-mail reply to:
    janwintz@*******.com

    Thank you,
    Jan Wintz
    July 7, 2016

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 7, 2016 at 5:01 pm

      This website is not affiliated with Assurance, Jan, so we have no access to your account information. You’ll need to contact the company directly to get your question answered.

  50. mary hall says

    June 21, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    I WOULD LOVE TO AVE THAT PHONE. HOW MUCH IS IT?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 21, 2016 at 7:10 pm

      Only Assurance can give you exact prices, but upgraded phones usually cost somewhere in the $40-70 range. Could be more, could be less.

  51. Dawn E Everson says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:19 am

    I have had an assurance phone for about 2 months. At the time i received it i was informed that i could purchase a smart phone to replace this very simple phone. However, in trying to find where or what phones are available i have been both confused and unable to find the a phone i could purchase. If you would please point me i the proper direction as i really need to upgrade because this phone is both confusing/simple and unable to do what i am in need of.
    Thank you

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 18, 2016 at 11:27 am

      Do you live in California, Dawn? Assurance only offers smartphones to customers in California. But here’s an article that will tell you more about it.

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/which-lifeline-cell-phone-companies-offer-smartphones

      You may need to cancel your Assurance service and sign up with another Lifeline Assistance company if you live outside California and need a smartphone.

  52. Brittany McCraney says

    June 16, 2016 at 2:39 am

    I would like to get the LG200 phone this phone would be very perfect for me i would love to have one

  53. KENNNETH ROBERTSON says

    June 14, 2016 at 11:47 am

    hi i have assurance wireless aact. i would like to upgrade my phone, what is avaiable for upgrade to me. i now get 250 mins AMONTH FREE ,would this change? and how much for a upgraDED PHONE?

  54. artie tharp says

    May 21, 2016 at 8:32 pm

    The LG200 is the phone I need and want. Please and thank you

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 22, 2016 at 3:18 am

      It’s not usually possible, Artie, to choose the phone you want. Most companies distribute a variety of phones hand them out randomly. In other words, one customer may get a smartphone, but the next customer may not.

      Here’s an article that tells which companies offer smartphones:
      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/which-lifeline-cell-phone-companies-offer-smartphones

  55. Tina M. Miller says

    May 19, 2016 at 7:15 am

    how do u upgrade your new government phone and change your number

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 19, 2016 at 9:35 am

      Simple answer, Tina. We recently posted an article on the subject of upgrading your phone. Read this:
      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/which-lifeline-cell-phone-companies-offer-smartphones

      If you’ve had your account long enough, some companies will upgrade your phone for free. Other times you may have to pay a small fee (usually between $30-70) to upgrade. If your company won’t upgrade, you can always switch service providers. Here’s an article that tells you how to do that:
      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

      In regard to changing your number, it should be as easy as speaking to customer service at your current provider. However, if for some reason they will not give you a new, different phone number, you can always switch providers. Make sure you tell the new provider that you want a new number and DO NOT want to “port over your old number.”

  56. kiesha says

    May 12, 2016 at 6:54 am

    I have low income with sick child so this phone I’ve heard so much about wild b great

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 12, 2016 at 7:28 am

      You should do three things, Kiesha.
      First, click on the “Do You Qualify?” Link at the top of this page. It will show you all the ways you can qualify.
      Second, click on the “Providers” link also at the top of this page. Find a program and company that works best for you.
      Third, click on the “States” link also at the top of the page to find out which companies do business in your state.

  57. kiesha says

    May 12, 2016 at 6:52 am

    I so need a how do I get an android cool path phone

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 12, 2016 at 7:31 am

      Some companies offer their customers smartphones right off the bat. Others only make them available as upgrades for a small fee. Here’s an article that tells you how to get a smartphone from each company:
      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/which-lifeline-cell-phone-companies-offer-smartphones

  58. D says

    March 8, 2016 at 1:36 pm

    I recently got a very basic phone from assurance wireless as I am disabled and waiting for disability payment. In the meantime, I appreciate the free phobe, but I found it to be basically useless for using the free texts because of the lack of a keyboard…

    I have been told that I can use a paylo phone for virgin wireless but can’t find them anywhere and when I do they are very expensive. Assurance customer care says they are out of stock on any other phones. Is there a way to get a basic, cheap phone with a qwerty keyboard to work with assurance or should I wait 60 days and try to switch to another lifeline carrier?

    If so which carrier, if any would I be able to get a basic phone cheaply the at has an actual keyboard for texting?

    Thanks in advance!

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 9, 2016 at 8:22 am

      It’s not easy to answer that question because all the Lifeline Assistance companies give out older, refurbished cell phones and you get the next one in line. Call your service provider and ask about phone upgrades.

      • Jackie says

        May 10, 2016 at 12:56 pm

        I received an android touch called cool pad. It’s awesome. Great camera and it’s a touch screen by LG. I also live in NYC so don’t let them fool you. Assurance has free phones that are touch screen.

  59. michael hudson says

    March 1, 2016 at 11:41 am

    How can I upgrade my phone to a camera phone?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 2, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Since you left this comment on the Assurance Wireless page, we assume you are an Assurance customer. If that’s the case, contact Assurance and get details on the company’s upgrade policy. You will probably be charged a small upgrade fee.

  60. Erin from Long Island says

    February 29, 2016 at 11:56 pm

    I could use your advice. I’ve been a customer of Assurance Wireless for years. My phone is old, outdated, dysfunctional at times, and starting to fall apart. I emailed them and got a reply from Verizon saying they offer nothing and I have to buy a new phone. Is this accurate?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 2, 2016 at 6:50 am

      Unfortunately, it’s probably true. One of the limitations of the free government cell phone program is that customers are often given older refurbished cell phones. Call the Assurance customer service department and ask if they will replace your phone for free (our philosophy is that it never hurts to ask). If not, ask them to explain the details of their replacement program. It will probably cost you somewhere between $20-40 to replace your phone with a newer model.

  61. Tommy says

    February 29, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    HAVE A PHONE BY Assurance ,I would like to upgrade to camera phone,please respond asap. My phone keeps losing numbers. Y home phone is 321-805-****

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 29, 2016 at 7:06 pm

      You need to contact Assurance directly, Tommy. We are an informational website and cannot send you a new phone. Click on “Providers” in the navigation bar at the top of this page. Then click on Assurance. We’ve listed all its contact information on that page.

  62. leah stanford says

    February 19, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    WHICH FREE GOV’T. CELL PHONE HAS THE BEST CAMERA AND MOST FREE TEXTS AND MINUTES PER MONTH?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 21, 2016 at 5:11 am

      There’s no easy answer. Offers vary by state and by company and they may be different today than tomorrow.

  63. JAFAR MOHSENI says

    January 28, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    you have af**king louzy service .i called your 611 not only i douldn`t talk to any=yone i couldn`t use the phone for last 30 hours and try couple of tin=me and each time ididn`t pass the recording . cancel my service imdyly if not every day i post a lovely comrnt about damn assurance i wish i knew what the hell is wrong with you stupid idiot asshole .

  64. ivanakey says

    December 17, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    I want toget a free phone for me and my son

    • kevin says

      January 16, 2016 at 5:59 am

      Come to Fayette and howard in downtown Baltimore. I am there Monday through friday from 10 to 5 we have the slide upcamera phones now

  65. Joyce Simelton says

    December 7, 2015 at 9:10 am

    How can I get a new phone

  66. mae ford says

    November 17, 2015 at 8:01 am

    i have an older assurance cell phone can i get a free up grade phone with the free texys and 250 talk mins i already have

  67. melissa laflash says

    November 14, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    hi I was wondering I have an assurance wireless and i’m am having a hard time texting people I do get food stamps I was wondering if there was anyway I could get one of those phones thank you
    Melissa laflash

  68. Brenda warren says

    November 14, 2015 at 6:31 am

    I LOST my assurance wirless phone I’m still eligible for the phone I get food stamps I’m sure I should be able to continue service I would like to have the LG 200 With camera qwotity phone do I have to prove im eligible? THANK YOU BRENDA WARREN.

  69. cindyolson says

    October 14, 2015 at 1:06 pm

    Please send me pictures of the free phone .does it have a camera

  70. Lorie cervantes says

    October 6, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    Please send me the free lg200 I have had the old phone for 2yrs an it not working real well it drops calls an don’t ring most of the time thanks so very much lorie

    • James says

      November 29, 2015 at 2:15 pm

      I like LG phones

  71. timothy j lawson says

    October 6, 2015 at 5:10 am

    i have a phone though you guys and i was wanting to upgrade my phone itself, do you guys have that option do upgrade to a different phone if i pay for it?

  72. Reginald McCune says

    October 3, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    How can. I apply for a free LG government phones

    • Althea Henderson says

      October 9, 2015 at 6:52 am

      I have had a old Assurance for over (3) years. and would like to know how to upgrade to the LG200.

    • Thelma says

      October 9, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      I recently switched to Access Wireless for California Life Line service. I was able to get a brand new 3G/ 4G Smart phone in hand and working, before I left the table set up outside of a 99Cents Store. There are at least 4 different familiar brands but it depends on the rep and what is available to them. They offer two plans but you would more than likely get the 1000 minutes, unlimited text, and 200 MB of Data. I’ve seen reps make a selection for the other plan on behalf of the customer and the new cell phone owner get the plan I just mentioned.They will tell you that you can only use the 200MB and once it runs out, that’s it unless you pay for additional coverage at $25.00 for 2 GB of data. That is not true. You can save your 200MB and use it only if you do need to use it. The other option is unlimited text, unlimited talk and messaging with access to wifi through another source of wifi that is available from providers such as restaurants, hotels, trains, etc or a home wireless system. I do plan to upgrade to get the 2 GB of data because I like and need the added data. I am not sure if any of that data would roll over if you didn’t use it all during a month. ( I guess I will find out.) Down side: I have been trying to port my old cell number to my new cell phone but that has been a problem so far ( but I keep tying and hoping that soon it will). My battery, I believe was faulty when I first received the phone ( it has a hard time holding a charge), and plan to get a replacement and order a solar charge from another website. Other features have been good , no real complaints other than sometimes the phone dials random people from my call history.The customer service agents have all been very professional and cordial. My suggestion would be to go online to their website and order a phone if you can’t find a rep on the street in your area. It’s worth a try, just check it out.

  73. Alexis says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    I would like this government phone bc I cnt get ahold of my kids but I have a job

  74. Edward Ianni says

    August 31, 2015 at 5:40 am

    Dear Sir/Ma’am, Do any lifeline phones have camera’s? Thank you.

  75. Marilyn Matson says

    August 7, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    I am in a assisted living and need a phone and have no money would you please help me with a free phone,minutes, texts, and camera I would very much appreciate it. I like the samsung phones but would take what ever you have.

  76. Matthew robnett says

    August 4, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    I am trying to find a store in oceanside, CA where I can get a touch screen assurance wireless phone please email me with a few address and phone numbers for around here please and thank you

  77. kristen says

    July 31, 2015 at 4:23 pm

    How can I get this phone I have assurance wireless

  78. Deloris Jones says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:52 am

    I have the old phone with no camera on it but would like to upgrade to the LG200 Camera Phone because my son will be going in middle this year something for emergency for himself I would gratefully appreciated Thank You.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 29, 2015 at 7:58 am

      We are just an informational website (although we are, admittedly, the nation’s leading source of information on the Lifeline Assistance free government cell phone program). That being said, we cannot send you a new cell phone. You must contact your provider and ask them how to proceed.

  79. Pamela Golgart says

    July 5, 2015 at 10:28 am

    The LG 200 has keys so small they are barely visible…..difficult to use for someone with poor eyesight or arthritis. Assurance needs to offer an Android phone for their customers..much easier to use…

  80. Jane Whitehead says

    June 21, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    can I please HV the new lg 200 free govt phone. pls send me an application I was approved for assurance wireless the old phone.pls email me back. How do I get this free Obama phone.

    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      June 22, 2015 at 4:06 pm

      Read this website:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net

  81. Pamela Golgart says

    June 13, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    I paid for a phone upgrade but I am not able to use the phone sent to me due to the buttons being so small. My eyesight is poor and I have arthritis in my hands which is a problem with such small buttons.
    I would like to transfer the amount I paid for the phone I have to a smart phone (android). Please instruct me on how to go about choosing a new phone etc.

  82. Jane Whitehead says

    June 12, 2015 at 5:48 pm

    Can you please send me the free lg 200 s camera phone. I HV the old kind and I’m almost 53 and its to hard to text. I would really appreciate it. I was approved about 6-8 months ago and was sent the old phone. They used my snap fs card and I was approved right away.

  83. lisa dethloff says

    May 19, 2015 at 9:58 am

    I was just wondering if I could update my government assurance cell phone for one like this please I want this type. I don’t like the one that I have now please

  84. THEODORE says

    May 12, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    I am on medi cal and qualify for free cell
    where on oceanside, ca 92057
    can i walk in and pick one up
    i have documentation

    thank you

    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      May 13, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Check these CA companies:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states/california-government-cell-phone-providers

  85. Cynthia Stillson says

    April 27, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    I switched from Assurance to Safelink because I could upgrade to a Tracfone if I wanted to. It’s very easy to switch, then you can buy an upgraded phone or even a smart phone or Android if you want and it is VERY easy to keep your phone number by calling Safelink. On Tracfone’s website, they list all of their phones and which ones are and are not compatable with Safelink, so it’s unbelievably easy!

  86. Sandra Farley says

    February 2, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    I received a lg government phone that quit working, says initial programing needed, they sent another phone, I do not like and it doesnt work correctly! I gave up my home lifeline phone for this serice! Please help me get my lg government phone back,

    • Sudan Gehring says

      March 30, 2015 at 8:50 pm

      Waat lg phone for my free phone

  87. DonnikaThomas says

    December 21, 2014 at 9:57 am

    I will like yall services

  88. Arthur Hansen says

    December 16, 2014 at 10:07 am

    I am currently enrolled in the asurance program, and would like to upgrade my phone to a newer model possibly a Sprint QUALCOMM 3G CDMA, as an associate of mine newly enrolled recieved. I would like to keep my phone # and continue on with my plan as scheduled without any loss of service, in other words I would like to trade my current phone for a newer model.

    • Cynthia Stillson says

      April 27, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      You can, but you will have to pay somebody to “flash” the phone you buy so it will work with Assurance. Switch to Safelink. You can buy a tracfone at Walmart and switch your number and everything to it and it’s real easy. But go to Tracfone’s website and check which phones are Safelink compatable.

  89. geneva hunt says

    November 26, 2014 at 8:55 am

    I’d like to get a came phone to see if I like it how much will I have to pay

  90. Angie says

    November 18, 2014 at 12:42 pm

    my husband has an assurance plan how can he upgrade his phone not his plan? I add minutes to his phone every month I just want to get him a better phone.

  91. Earline Curtis says

    June 25, 2013 at 1:20 am

    Where is the application to order the phone from assurance wireless can someome help me please

  92. Candace Franco says

    May 31, 2013 at 5:19 am

    Please send me pictures of all assurance wireless camera phones. I need one ASAP.

  93. Candace Franco says

    May 31, 2013 at 5:18 am

    I would like a assurance wireless camera phone ASAP.If the free phone isn’t as good as one I could buy,please send me a photo of assurance camera phones, Thank you! Candace Franco

  94. Pat says

    March 11, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    The ad showed a man smoking a cigarette and using a free phone.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 11, 2013 at 6:20 pm

      Did you want to make it a requirement to not smoke to use a phone?

  95. Felice says

    May 8, 2012 at 7:52 pm

    Some of you people make me sick!!!!!!!!!! You bitch about the quality and amenitys of a FREE PHONE! What the hell do you want. If you want a cool phone go get a good job and buy one or stop bitching!!!!!! You get a cheap (yes) phone that works very well to make and receive calls. Thats about it. You dont get a fancy camera or free txt msging but u get a decent phone for free. If you dont like it go break out your wallet and buy one like the rest of the world or be happy you even have a phone. FREE is FREE!!!!!!!!!!! you people that bitch I would like to put under a bridge with nothing and see how much you would appreciate any help. Stop being a lazy good for nothing and buy what you want and shut up!!

    Sorry not all of us have such a good fortune to be spoiled!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • Heather says

      September 5, 2012 at 6:47 pm

      You must not have anything better to do with your life to sit and type hateful comments to people you don’t even know! Who do you think you are talking to people like that?
      Last I checked that was GOD’S job!

      • melanie says

        June 24, 2013 at 5:39 pm

        heather, i can’t believe all the ppl on here that are ,i guess, here to judge all these “spoiled” ppl who want a phone. what business is it of their’s? i was glad to see your response!

    • Angie says

      November 18, 2014 at 12:51 pm

      My husband would love to go out and work however due to medical reasons he will never be able to hold down a job, Surgery after surgery will prevent him from working. As I have a brain tumor we really do not know how long I have here And I just would like an upgrade for which I am willing to pay for. I pay for any extra minutes he gets & I am grateful for what we do have. Please understand not all of us on disability are abusing the system, we are simply receiving what we paid into. Just like anyone who has ever held a job and has taxes taken out. We do not wish to be sick we really would like to well, to be able to have nice things and money in the bank however due to misfortune we are both physically unwell. If this puts you out remember and be grateful for your health, we all are so fortunate.

    • c says

      August 5, 2015 at 6:12 am

      but that’s where you’re wrong, we can use the free service on nicer phones, they’re using this message board to help one another out with info, and what’s the big deal?

      Mind your own business

    • koi says

      October 8, 2015 at 12:32 am

      Right!! You see what happens when you feed a cat they always keep coming back .. the phone should be used for emergency purposes or if your needing a phone so that te potincial job ads that your aplyibg to can calk your butt back for a interview so that you can WORK and get te iPhone that you want. And for those who are disabled my only advise is to by a camera….

  96. Patty says

    February 3, 2012 at 11:53 am

    my mother-in-law recently received this phone thru the assurance program, so, yes they are free, but you cannot request one. If you are willing or can afford to pay a small amount you can request certain models. Go to the website and you will find a lot of information to many of these questions posted on here. There are several companies as part of this program. Assurancewireless.com, reachoutamerica.com, safelink.com and I believe a couple more recently added. But this is a start.

  97. lisa says

    January 1, 2012 at 2:55 pm

    I wanted a fone for my daughter,shez in high school coz I cant even afford for my self..i applied assurance wireles.got selected,received a phone,but the phone is so cheap like a toy.my daughter refused to use it and she dont wanna take it to school,coz friends will make fun of it 🙁 how can ichange or exchange the fone…or I have to buy her a nee virgin mobil fone? which I cant afford…
    someone plz reply…

    • KRISSY says

      April 6, 2012 at 11:41 pm

      try being grateful you have one

      • Heather says

        September 5, 2012 at 6:39 pm

        Jeez Krissy why are you even on this website? Just to bash people who need phones? Why do you even care? Get a life!!

        • melanie says

          June 24, 2013 at 5:41 pm

          tell her heather! though i do think that woman ought to take the phone away from her daughter, if she doesn’t like it. it does seem that miss krissy is here to judge us, it must be GOD’S day off!

        • JackTheRipper says

          June 20, 2015 at 2:41 am

          No, Heather and Melanie,
          Not that she is JUDGING anyone. People that can afford contract phones pay for US to be able to have some type of service because we can’t afford it. Be glad you can get a phone and have someone else be paying for it. Where do you think ther Govt gets the money to subsidize our phones, out of thin air ? Shut up, sit down, and be greateful we can even GET this service !

    • koi says

      October 8, 2015 at 12:38 am

      Tell your daughter that she don’t deserve a phone anyways. And get a job at McDonald’s. She only wants a phone not so she can get a how of you, I’m so sure but to be on Facebook and all that other crap EVERY SECOND OF THE DAY and there for not being predictive with her education , she can have more time now doing her homework and trying to get into a ivy league university so she can get a great career and afford her iPhone a tablet.

  98. Renee Matson says

    December 28, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    the number to my cell phone is 7138788865 Renee Matson needing hrlp with the camera phone

  99. Renee Matson says

    December 28, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    i have been trying to get a camara phone and been unable to find them here in houston texas i saw the video about the lg 200 virgin mobil camara phone that can be used with assurance wireless phones please tell me exactly where i can purchase the camara phones or can i get it through you all assurance wireless please help me with this request asap thanks

    • KRISSY says

      April 6, 2012 at 11:40 pm

      if you are poor, why are you expecting to GET A CAMERA PHONE??
      why do you need one?? is it essential?? ASSURANCE, LIFELINE IS WELL WHAT DO YOU THINK?? HMMMM, “LIFELINE”. what does this tell you. DOES IT SAY SOCIAL PHONE?? SOCIAL NETWORKING TOOL??
      GET UP OFF UR ASS

      • Heather says

        September 5, 2012 at 6:42 pm

        Um Krissy she asked where she could PURCHASE one! Did you miss that seems to me you need to get off your ass instead of sitting around commenting on these people!!! Just saying! Who do you think you are? You have no clue about any of these people and what their situations are!

      • melanie says

        June 24, 2013 at 5:35 pm

        have you thought about needing a camera if there was a car accident or something? and why is it any skin off your butt if some poor person would like to have a damn camera on their phone?! people who have an attitude like you do, towards the less fortunate, often end up less fortunate. it’s called karma. and until you walk a mile in someone’s shoes, do not judge why they may not be working. i guess you’d feel pretty shitty if you were talking to someone who’d lost a limb, or had cancer, wouldn’t you? so unless you know, for a fact, that someone is just “sittin’ on their ass”, STFU!

        • Jackie says

          May 10, 2016 at 12:39 pm

          Idk abt this chick Krissy but she needs to get off her high horse. Not everyone sits on their asses Krissy. I worked in the World Trade Center until those assholes flew planes into the building. I worked in the south tower. Just a little history. But now I am a cripple. I prefer handicapable lol bc I am paraplegic with no use of my legs. So yes I’m on my ass bc I’m in so much pain. Got a problem with it? F*** you then. Be happy with what you have bc you can walk across the street and get hit by a bus or stand on a platform waiting on a train and get slashed or someone pushes you into a moving train. WHY ARE YOU ON THIS SITE? GET IFF IF YOURE NOT SATISFIED WITH WHAT YOU HAVE BC THERE ARE OTHERS THAT ARE LESS FORTUNATE LIKE MYSELF WHO GETS ONLY $700 A MONTH SO IF YOUD LIKE TO BUY ME A PHONE ITLL BE APPRECIATED IF NOT GET OFF THE SITE BC YOU ARE NOT GOD TO JUDGE ANYONE!!! I don’t like you especially after all the comments you wrote. I need a camera phone. I was dropped by an Ambulette and I could’ve sure used one at the time. But what do you care? You have both your legs. Screw you and I hope your phone breaks or you don’t have one. Then tell me how you feel. Asses for real on this site.

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            May 10, 2016 at 12:49 pm

            We understand your frustration, Jackie, but let’s try to keep the conversation civil. No need for cursing.

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            May 10, 2016 at 12:50 pm

            Yes, you are correct, Jackie. The phones and/or mobile devices are handed out at random and you never know what you’re going to get until it arrives in the mail. You are, indeed, lucky to get the one you got.

      • koi says

        October 8, 2015 at 12:42 am

        Haha right! I can’t stop laughing at some of these post myself… metro PC’s isn’t expensive but for those who need it I mean NEED IT CUZ YOU NEED A CONTACT NUMBER ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ THEN YES. IF DISABLED THEN BY A CAMERA..

      • Jackie says

        May 10, 2016 at 12:45 pm

        I need that phone with a camera. An Ambulette dropped me and if I’d had that camera I could’ve proved it but unfortunately I didn’t. I am paralyzed and worked all my life in the World Trade Center so before u judge someone about getting off their asses I have no choice to sit on mine bc I am paralyzed from the waist down. A complete spinal cord injury. There’s no more walking for me. So please do me a favor keep ur negative comments to yourself and get up off ur lazy ass and get a job. I’m sure both of your legs work and you can do some type of light work. You can clean your house I bet right?
        God tells us… Do not judge less thou be judged. I know I don’t want to be judged by anyone especially God bc we all fall short in the Glory of God including you!!!

  100. cheryl metcalf says

    December 22, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    i have a goverment cell phone with the number 3122138017 the front of the phone has a crack across the face is it possible to replace this phone? i have also relocated to another state. my new adddres is 102 dublin rd so. thomaston maine 04858. (i am not sure if it is an assurance or safelink in the move i have not seen my paper work sorry)

    thank you

    cheryl metcalf

    • Jason Larson says

      July 5, 2012 at 3:25 pm

      just call assurance wireless to get a replacement free same thing happened to me but the inside of the screen was cracked they sent me a new one.

  101. sophie says

    November 21, 2011 at 7:51 pm

    assurancewireless.com

  102. meusha says

    October 24, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    is the virgin mobile LG 200 free?

  103. Rosemary Shackleford says

    September 12, 2011 at 11:02 am

    I Would Like One Of These Phone’s .My Address Is 262 Oak Grove Dr,Jacksonville,AR .72076. I’m On Foodstamp.Need One For The Home. Thanks,Rosemary Shackleford

  104. Ashley says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    actually this model is only available in like 3 or 4 states and its NOT free. its 30 bucks. You can buy it (only if you live in one of these states), or choose the shit for a phone Jax for free (I have it). Though the free phone gets virtually no signal, I am extremely grateful for this service as my fiance and i have fallen on some desperate times, and are actually now sharing this phone as our only means of communication.
    SHAME on those people who sneer at these services and the people who desperately need them. They are only flick of Gods finger away from losing everything they have and needing these services too. I understand being upset as a taxpayer and paying for services you don’t qualify for. But until you’ve been on the receiving end of these tax funded services, you really don’t know what it’s like to need them. And how essential they are.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 24, 2011 at 2:51 pm

      Well put Ashley.

      • KRISSY says

        April 6, 2012 at 11:39 pm

        ashley i like you,and you really rule. i just want you to know this if you ever read my reply to what you wrote. i suppose you read my angst ridden/riddled reply to the chick that commented above. i am sorry about this,but it just makes me angry at times to just read about, and view on the news as well how people EXPECT FREE THINGS whether insurance, money, food, clothing,etc from others. whether these others are the government, or charities, etc.., it still is so obvious that they are just EXPECTING IT AS IF ENTITLED.
        it is wrong. i am so not happy being unable to work. i am not at all a person who feels sorry for herself either. i just was raised to work hard,and that is what i have done my entire life even when i was very ill. I would lose jobs,and ALWAYS GET ANOTHER ONE RIGHT AWAY though. I am so blessed to have God with me,for yes, we all can have Him,but well..He enabled me to be employed where i was at in the past. the non-profit organizations were crooked in MANY SICKENING ways,but the people, well..just to touch lives, it ruled.
        just to go to the workshop i managed,and get my hugs,and hang out with when i had breaks, the people who had to attend it daily was such a gift.
        anyways, i am just so worked up about this. i want to work again,and about 6 mths ago my one doc stated something along these lines…krissy, you are not going to be normal(my insides, and my disease) for many, many, many, many years,but it is possible. i thought, “hmmm, okay, well you could have stated it is going to be a rewarding situation,or something..haha..but okay”. then my other doc stated just recently that i am very,very “disabled”. not even one week ago i had to evade this doc,and another med professional,for they were in ka-hoots with one another in regards to me needing extra medical attention within the walls of a “posh,and upscale hospital”.. what is funny is that i cannot afford a hospital , let alone a “posh,and upscale” one. it would have been a huge bill,but well, if not, medicaid,for i do get this temporarily now until either i am better,or again, for the second time, i get disability. i am sure i will be approved,for it is a disease that i have forever, BUT I NEVER WILL STAY SICK. I GET BETTER,AND IT KIND OF IN A SENSE THEN GOES DORMANT WITHIN ME. it is always gonna be around,but well, if the correct medications are taken for it once it is not all screwing me up,and debilitating me, then WORK IT SHALL BE YAYYY…

        i respect you pls know this. i am not proud of having to receive help. i still have this issue,and sin, pride. always will possess it. not stating you do at all. i just really do get down on myself about being on assistance,and having to now hold a food card,and even am too sick to go shopping alone without my mother. i feel people deserve it more, and are ignored, or are turned down for it,and other benefits,for so many are taking advantage.
        i also know though that i did put in,and I AM SO SO GRATEFUL. I MEAN, no, i am not fond of our governments um, lets say, beliefs,and decisions that its made on many things,butttttt, they have HELPED ME. without my insurance i would probably be dead. i mean literally , DEAD.
        i take so many medications,and my one doctor is covered through medicaid,and i would say better than the 160 dollar a visit one that my poor family is billed for. he is a family friend. he is basically doing this for free. also i see a sliding scale person who is president on a medical board here in michigan,and also writes for three magazines. just was so blessed by the Lord,for 40 dollars a visit,and a Christian..she RULES.
        the 40 dollars is also, “billed”, for there is no way i can afford it. there are true hearts out there.

        i just know that without this phone i would be screwed,for i need one to just get in the public. i also need one when i am out at appointments, for emergencies, for appointment making, to keep in touch with my doctors,and other medical professionals that i see, call my atty, etc.
        i also use it for my mentor from my church. she has the number,and calls me to check in. i can call her 24/7 if needed,and she also calls each friday when on her way to visit for out now, Acts Bible Study.

        Thank you for this comment. Sneering at the services is wrong i know. It is horrid. IT IS NOT SOMETHING PEOPLE JUST THAT ARE LEGITIMATE,AND NEED IT ARE OH SO HAPPY TO RECEIVE. it is the people that sit around doing NOTHING ALL DAY, AND MAKING SAD EXCUSES AS TO WHY THEY CANNOT WORK DUE TO HEALTH REASONS, MORE MONEY MADE ON WELFARE,AND THEN, THERE NOT BEING ANY JOBS ANYWAYS OUT THERE, ETC., EVEN CLAIMING TO LOOK THAT GIVE JUDGMENTAL PEOPLE THIS IDEA.
        i am not being a judgmental person in a sense that im not going by facts. i have just read, seen, heard,etc too many people undeserving, and lazy that expect,and receive free things. its just so wrong.
        meanwhile we have our elderly freezing to death even in their own homes in the winter time due to heat being shut off,and nobody realizing till its well, too late. i remember a story like that in the not too recent past…sick.
        meanwhile we have people freezing to death in the old train station in detroit, etc as well. now, i am not stating that all homeless people as well deserve help,for i was there too,and well, it was when i was a kid,but still. i saw people who loved the life,and wouldnt have it any other way,and would love to get their ssi checks each month to buy drugs,while others just loved the life. then there were the struggling ones that were hating it,and wanted out. just NEEDED THAT BREAK,and that CHANCE. received a bad hand,and well, just kept getting worse,,and worse cards as the days,mths,and then years passed. some dead,and well, id say all still on the streets that are not.
        the ones dead, addicted, and well, sure, people sneer at those people too as theyre looked upon as…”those people”,but addicted and young…different.
        peace
        -R.I.P. Joseph William Smith….I should have been there for you.I love you.

        • Heather says

          September 5, 2012 at 6:49 pm

          Wow seems like yopur just a very unhappy person who wants to make others feel like crap! Go read your bible!

        • Chelsea says

          May 25, 2013 at 4:44 am

          We’re you high when you felt it necessary to post your autobiography as a comment….?

        • melanie says

          June 24, 2013 at 5:28 pm

          wow, what a lecture! and why did you feel the need to tell your life story! you can bet no one read all that crap you wrote. i bet you’re a hoot to be around!

          • melanie says

            June 24, 2013 at 5:46 pm

            now i have scrolled through all these letters, i realize that you’re the one with this LONG ass SOB STORY about your life, and then you sat here and jumped on everyone else’s letters! what the hell is wrong with you? now i know why you’re on here, commenting, cause you’ve probably got no one in your life, you’re really kind of pathetic.

        • Liz says

          July 23, 2014 at 2:17 pm

          Don’t feel bad, if you need a phone you need a phone.
          Just take a long look at congress who get everything from the government for free! Cars, gas, entertainment credit card and raises every month, even though the country is in debt. And the money and perks that they get is out of control, most of them are millionaires and use the government to puff up their rich chest and they gladly accept anything that is free from the government . They are the biggest recipients of government handouts.
          So the little free phone that you get, is nothing compared to the every growing list of free perks and entitlement that congress gets, even when they’re not working.

        • Nini says

          April 28, 2015 at 7:56 am

          Thank you for pouring your heart out, Krissy.

    • Jackie says

      May 10, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      I received a touch screen phone. It’s called cool pad and I live in NYC. I heard the same that they’re only giving them out in certain states. NYC is not one of them so I got lucky. I know for a fact that they’re definitely giving them out in California.

  105. nicole burkhardt says

    August 22, 2011 at 11:58 pm

    where is ma free cell phone

  106. L says

    August 18, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    I dont want to put all my info right here but i am trying to find the application and it keeps going back to the same pages, and still no application. Thanks

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 18, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Go to the bottom of this page for contact information for Assurance Wireless:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/free-cell-phone-providers/assurance-wireless

  107. stephanie says

    August 14, 2011 at 9:13 pm

    i have no phone and wouuld like one my address is 1115 division st port huron mi 48060 plzzzzz send me a phone i have babies and no phone

    • Richard Porter Jenkins says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:40 am

      thanks for your help and your love will never be for gotten.

      • Richard Porter Jenkins says

        October 21, 2015 at 8:41 am

        thanks

        • Richard Porter Jenkins says

          October 21, 2015 at 8:42 am

          thanks for the help

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