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I suggest that you sell the smartphone you got when upgrading to offset the Early Termination Fee of $210.  If this is the correct amount, then it looks like you got about 14 months out of the phone (definitely your moneys worth) and won't need it at your new provider. You could then port your number to something like Google Voice to retain it for the 2 years you are overseas.

See below for the Menu Key.  I also suggest you download a copy of the users manual for the Galaxy S4 (see the link attached) for reference. Good luck. http://support.verizonwireless.com/support/devices/Samsung/6754.html

Iphone 4 is not capable of using Facetime over the 3g data network (Apple model limitation) so that answers the question for your end of the connection - you do not use data using Facetime with an iPhone 4. As far as your sisters connection goes, that would depend on the settings and her proximity to a WiFi connection.  iPhone 4s is able to use Facetime over either a WiFi connection or it can utilize data over the 3g network connection (not capable of 4g).  I believe there are settings available to prevent using data in the system to help manage this. Good luck.

Why don't you just pay the ETF and port your lines to Sprint right away?  If you are going to save about $50/month with Sprint service you will make up that $220-$230 ETF within about 5 months of savings with your new carrier.  Add in the additional $100 bonus for the second new phone (you can't be sure that option will be available next year) and you have even more savings. FYI, you mentioned 'switching' your wifes number to the primary account that has a contract until April 2014.  That would not be allowed.  The number is tied to the contract.  You could make her contract the primary account but I don't think that would  meet your needs as I understand them.  Of course you could always assume her number and port that after 6/14/13 in the scenerio you described.

Ask your new employer's benefit (HR?) department if they have a discount program with Verizon.  Also ask the details for signup and discount amounts. With this info (assuming they have a discount plan), either visit this website http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/support/employee-discount or call Verizon (*611) and have customer service make the necessary changes to your account to reflect your new employment status. Good luck.

If you are thinking that you would like to drop your data plan, I am sorry, that will not be allowed as long as your BlackBerry is active on your account.  Verizon requires all blackberries to have a data plan when active on any account, no exceptions.

The FM radio feature is only available on the new Curve models (9360, 9380 & presumably the 9370) as these are the only handsets to have the FM radio hardware.  So to answer your question.  No, Verizon did not block that feature. As far as the virtual keyboard for the 9930, I have not read anything (from RIM) that would indicate that it was intended to be included.  My opinion is is that it would be wasted programming to have a virtual keyboard on a device with a full qwerty keyboard and a small 2.8" touchscreen.

MisterShark wrote: It seems as though VzW has removed our (the BlackBerry user community) NFC functionality from our OS7 BlackBerry 9930 devices and I'm wondering if anyone knows when it might be added back.   This is a key feature for the 9930 and I'd like to get everything that I paid for. You could load a newer OS build that includes the NFC files (from another vendor) such as the one referenced in the link below.  Just follow the instructions and hopefully NFC will be active on your new 9930.  According to the comments in the tread, NFC works with this version of the OS.   Just curious, what do you have that you want/need to use NFC for?  I am considering getting a 9930 and don't know if NFC is a big deal (at least not yet).   OS 7.0.0.362

dutral wrote: I have a BB Bold 9650 WITHOUT camera because I work on a military base. Recently, we've been told that WiFi devices are also not allowed.   The following is the guidance we've received:   What is NOT permitted: Any device with a camera and/or 802.11 or any WiFi capability.   What IS permitted: Blackberries, Bluetooth devices and cell phones with no camera and with no WiFi capability (such as Govt-issued devices) that use cellular technology like 2G, 3G or 4G.   I'm so confused as to what technology my phone uses. Can anyone shed some light on this for me?   Thanks, Laurie The Bold 9650 WiFi specs are as follows which means it is not permitted per your information. (from the Blackberry website)   Bold 9650 WiFi information 802.11 b / g    I would recommend the Blackberry Tour which was the predecessor to the Bold 9650 phone based on your information.  This model does not have WiFi capability and was also available in a non-camera version  The Tour is still available on the website as a Certified Pre-Owned model.  Although I did not see see the non-camera version listed I would call Customer Service to see if they have any non-camera models in stock for sale. FYI: Both the Tour and Bold are 2G/3G cellular smart phones.   Good luck    

Try calling Global Travel Program @ 800-711-8300 and tell them you want to unlock your Bold 9650 for international use.  They should not charge you anything for this service and (assuming your account is in good standing) there should be no problem with them providing the proper code.   Good luck.