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For users who only want the simplest phone for calls or emergencies.

These phones are for people who really, really don't want or need an advanced device. They'd much prefer to keep things simple and uncomplicated. They probably still have a landline as their primary phone at home, but want an extra device to keep in the car or reserve for emergencies. Don't give them a top-of-the-line smartphone. Keep it simple with one of these old-school flip phones or simple smartphones instead. As a bonus, most of these phones are inexpensive and some even come free of contracts for next to nothing. They cover basic voice service, but don't offer advanced features.

AT&T
Pantech Breeze IV

Sprint
Kyocera Hydro Edge

T-Mobile
LG Optimus F3

Verizon
Samsung Convoy 3

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