A:AnswerThere are Internet apps you can download to use it as a phone as long as your connected to wi-fi. It comes with an app called hangouts that uses your email address to connect with other android users. You can send chats, video calls, and regular calls all in one app. I use it often.
A:AnswerIt sounds like you may need the Geek Squad you're not providing enough information for somebody to give you answers. Sorry I know this is not what you want to hear.
A:AnswerBest Buy offers two options of this size, one with the pen and without the pen. FYI the one with pen recognizes when you detach the pen as it has a specific slot to house the pen. I tried to use the pen on the Tab A w/o and it did not work.
A:AnswerI do not get the Galaxy Tablet until Christmas. I want a Stylus Pen for my tablet as well and I have been wondering the same thing as you. Sorry I can't help you with this question only because I haven't received my tablet yet, but I will be willing to help you with other questions in the future.