A:AnswerThis card is for service only & does not include a SIM card.
SIM card kits are available for purchase for under $10
You will also need a compatible phone.
I suggest an unlocked phone instead of a carrier specific phone so your able to jump carriers at any time with zero issues.
A:AnswerSimple mobile offers a decent amount of data for $40, but does not work in Canada. There's most likely other plans that have prepaid service in Canada though.
A:AnswerAs far as I’m aware, the minutes are unlimited, so no, the minutes do not carry over. And uh, yes, the plan is for 30 days from the time it is activated...as it states on the card.
A:AnswerNo
Only way is WiFi hotspot through a Simple Mobile device
You can't put a SIM card in the tablet and get service
Still
Call Simple Mobile
Agents will confirm or remove your concerns
A:AnswerDefinitely get either
I'm typing on the same TCL now
I highly recommend it
Gaming may be a problem
I can't say with certainty
If the phone you want is on sale under $20 especially $15
Get it
In fact buy two if it's $15
A:AnswerWell. I fully appreciate what you mean. My use of the phone is very similar to yours; almost entirely talk and text.
What I found is, going strictly by usage is the most expensive way to use your cell. I tried it for a while but occasionally got caught having to buy minutes in an urgent, and therefore expensive, way.
I wound up with Simple Mobil because the phones and minutes were the least costly. (My last cell was an iphone; don't even get me started!)
I really can't recommend a by-the-minute provider because of the relative cost. And on such an open, public forum I feel it's inappropriate. You'd probably be better served asking your question on a more private location.
Or, this site may be helpful:
https://www.mymoneyblog.com/list-of-cheap-basic-prepaid-cell-phone-plans-under-10-a-month.html
What I can tell you is I'm very satisfied with Simple Mobil. The first time I got lost and needed on-the-spot directions, it paid for itself.
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.