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  • first78
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    TimeLord1 said:
    first78 said:
    TimeLord1 said:
    What networks are they using now or don't they currently have mobile phones yet ? 
    They don't have phones yet. I don't want them to have them yet but want to be able to keep in touch while we're away.
    Maybe you could use a walkie-talkie system to stay in contact they have a good overall range  and kids might enjoy that more.
    Oh, that's a good idea, I'll have a look at options, they'd love that! 
  • HillStreetBlues
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    TimeLord1 said:
    first78 said:
    TimeLord1 said:
    What networks are they using now or don't they currently have mobile phones yet ? 
    They don't have phones yet. I don't want them to have them yet but want to be able to keep in touch while we're away.
    Maybe you could use a walkie-talkie system to stay in contact they have a good overall range  and kids might enjoy that more.
    That kind of answer what makes these forums so good, out of the box thinking.
    Let's Be Careful Out There
  • J_B
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    first78 said:
    J_B said:
    I just wonder if one of the MSE special offer Lebara sims https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/cheap-mobile-finder/sim-only/ would work in a 'cheap' phone?

    This looks like a good offer. How do I find out what phone I could use it in please?

    Maybe ... ask on this forum. ;-)
    Sadly, I don't know the answer!
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