Smartphones aren’t cheap, but for many of us, they have become essential. We use them for our jobs, for communicating, looking up information, entertainment, and even paying our bills.

If you can’t afford a cell phone or wireless service, there are programs that can help you get a free smartphone or cellphone ...

Some 53 per cent of women and 49 per cent of Britons were not familiar with the “999-55” silent lifeline, which connects ...

The best prepaid phone plans can make mobile internet more affordable, but the Lifeline program can cut monthly bills ... the program allows deferring up to $200 for up to one year with an ...