Jumat, 02 Mei 2014

Tracfone Promo Codes for May 2014

List of New Tracfone Promo Codes May 2014

Provided below are a list of promo codes for Tracfone cell phones updated for May 2014. These codes are collected and provided by TracfoneReviewer.

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Tracfone Promo Codes May 2014
Tracfone Wireless is a cell phone company offering low cost prepaid cell phones and service plans to people across America. They sell prepaid minute cards in most stores, as well as online.

When adding a prepaid minutes card to your phone, you can also use a promo code to get additional minutes for free, as a bonus!

We have collected these codes just for the month of May, to make it easy to find a code that is working. If you want more codes, visit our full Tracfone Promo Codes page!

You don't need to do anything to get these codes, simply find them below and enter one as you add a new phone card.

We hope you find this list of codes useful, be sure to leave a comment with your thoughts and questions, and also like our Facebook page where we update with the latest news and codes!

Now here are the promo codes for May 2014:

Tracfone Promo Codes for May 2014

These codes work with 60 minute cards up to 450 minute cards. Codes will work for a certain minutes card, and any card of larger value. (So the code for a 60 minute card will work for all minutes cards)

60 Minute Card - Use code 84464 and get 30 bonus minutes.

120 Minute Card - Enter promo code 69665 for 30 bonus minutes.

200 Minute Card - Put in code 72524 and get 40 bonus minutes.

450 Minute Card - Use promo code 93528 or 63257 for 50 bonus minutes.

400 Minutes/1 Year Card - Enter code 93729 for a great bonus of 250 minutes free.

These are the codes for May! Hope you find this useful and get some free minutes! Leave a comment with which codes you used and worked, and share this with others who might find it useful.

Please note, the new Android phones from Tracfone don't work with Promo Codes, but they are pretty good nonetheless. Check out our cell phone reviews page to see all our reviews, or read our post about iPhone 4/4S available on Tracfone.

Didn't find a code to suit your style? Visit our full promo code page for many more options!

Thanks for visiting!

Selasa, 22 April 2014

LG 306G Tracfone Review

Full Review of the LG 306G from Tracfone

This review by TracfoneReviewer will cover the features, specs, likes and dislikes, and buying tips for the LG 306G.
LG 306G Review
Full Review of the LG 306G

Tracfone Wireless is a prepaid cell phone company providing low cost phones and minutes to customers throughout the US. They have a variety of phones, including Android smartphones (See our reviews of these phones on our Cell Phone Reviews page).


The LG 306G is a relatively new (2014) offering from Tracfone that features a touchscreen, WiFi, Triple Minutes for life and runs on GSM networks. (We will cover more about the GSM network further down).

It is similar to the very popular LG 840G, but a few years newer. Both phones use a non-Android OS and are a somewhat small size compared to other phones.

Let's take a look at the detailed features for the LG 306G.

LG 306G Features and Specs

This phone comes with all the standard features you expect from a non-Android phone.

  • WiFi Capability
  • GPS Connectivity
  • 5 Customizable Home Screens
  • 2MP Camera
  • Mobile Web with 3G Speeds
  • Text and Picture messaging
  • 4GB Micro SD Card (up to 32GB Compatible)
  • Bluetooth
  • MP3 Player
  • Gravity Sensor (tilt sensor)
  • 1000 Entry Phonebook
  • Handsfree speaker
  • Alarm Clock
  • Call Waiting, Caller ID, Voicemail, Voice Recorder
Specs and Dimensions
  • 3.2" Touchscreen
  • Size: 4.08" x 2.47" x 0.47" (inches)
  • Weight: 3.72 OZ
  • Battery: 3 Hours talk time, 17 days on Standby

The features and specs for the LG 306G are comparable to other Tracfone devices like the LG 530G, Samsung S390G or, as we mentioned already, the LG 840G.

The key features for this phone are GSM network, touchscreen, WiFi and Triple Minutes. Let's get into what we like, and don't like, about the LG 306G to break it down a little further.

LG 306G Review - Likes and Dislikes

Starting with what we Like:
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Apps on the LG 306G

The LG 306G is similar to the LG 840G which was a very popular phone for Tracfone users. Thus, the LG 306G has many of these same great features.

WiFi access, 3G speed, and the 3.2" touchscreen are all very nice to have. The touchscreen is fairly bright and responsive. The phone also has 5 home screens which you can customize.

Battery life on the LG 306G is good, especially compared to smartphones. It should last a few days with moderate use, and even a week with light use (it is advertised to last 17 days on standby).

The phone comes with a 4GB Micro SD card which you can put music on, or use to store pictures etc. For those who want to put a lot of stuff on the phone, you can upgrade your SD card to up to 32GB.

We like that the LG 306G does not use the new '3 buckets' system for minutes, but rather the older option where you have minutes from one pool used for data, texting and calling. (If you would rather have separate pools for data, texts and calling, take a look at the Android smartphones.) This is the same way the LG 840G worked. Basically, if you do a lot of texting this is a better option for you. And this phone also comes with Triple Minutes for Life, so every time you add minutes they will be tripled.

The LG 306G uses the GSM network, probably running on AT&T cell phone service. All of the new Android smartphones use CDMA networks, which are Verizon towers. So if Verizon service isn't very good in your area, you should go with a GSM phone like the LG 306G (but make sure AT&T service is good in your area). To check, try asking your friends or neighbors, or enter your zip code on the Tracfone website. (for more on these networks, read our GSM vs CDMA Guide.)

Lastly, this phone will work with Tracfone Promo Codes! Unlike the Android smartphones Tracfone offers.

Now for a few dislikes.

LG 306G Dislikes
This phone is a pretty solid device that doesn't seem to have any big dislikes, but also doesn't really 'wow' in any areas either.

The lack of a main operating system like Android is a little disappointing. With Android OS you have access to thousands of apps. With the LG 306G, there are apps available, but not as many. We would recommend Opera Mini, which is a great app for browsing the internet.

The LG 306G isn't a new phone, even though it is new to Tracfone. So don't expect too much from it. There are a variety of quirks, such as the phone switching to landscape mode for texting, but if you don't mind things like this it is a good option.

The 2MP camera is not great, but that is to be expected for a phone like this.

If you find any problems with your LG 306G, let us know in the comments so we can mention them here.

Also, if you want more information, be sure to check out the full user guide linked below.

Overview and Buying Options for the LG 306G

Overall, the LG 306G is similar to the LG 840G, which isn't a bad thing, unless you are looking to upgrade from the LG 840G (in which case we would suggest a smartphone like the LG Optimus Dynamic II).
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LG 306G

The LG 306G is a simple, durable phone that will get the job done and won't be as bulky as most smartphones. It is a great choice for people who want something at a reasonable price, and don't need all the latest features. Overall, we like this phone. It isn't too fancy, but works well and has most of the features you would need for a cell phone.

For Tracfone customers, this is a pretty standard Tracfone device, and would make a good upgrade if you have an older phone, especially if you only have double minutes for life.

Where to find the LG 306G from Tracfone
You can find the LG 306G on the Tracfone website, currently selling for $50.

Dollar General among other stores is also selling this phone usually for a bit less.

There are sometimes some great bundles with this phone on HSN.com or ShopHQ.com.

We have also found the LG 306G on Amazon for less than $40.

Additional Resources and LG 306G User Guide
Take a look at the interactive LG 306G Tutorial to help you learn how to navigate this phone. Or you might want the 100 page LG 306G User Guide (PDF).

We hope you found this review useful, leave a comment if you have questions or thoughts (and don't forget to check them for additional information from others).

Be sure to check out Tracfone Hot Deals for April and you might be interested in the news that iPhone 4 and 4S now work with Tracfone.

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Thanks for Visiting

Selasa, 15 April 2014

LG Optimus Dynamic II Review

Review of the Android LG Optimus Dynamic II by Tracfone

This review by TracfoneReviewer, will cover the features, specs, buying information and overall opinion for the LG Optimus Dynamic II (LG L39C) from Tracfone.

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Front of the LG Optimus Dynamic II
The LG Optimus Dynamic II is essentially the replacement for the somewhat underwhelming (although much cheaper) LG Optimus Dynamic that Tracfone released with three other Android Smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Centura, Huawei Glory, and ZTE Valet, in mid 2013.

The Dynamic II is for use with Tracfone prepaid wireless service, and will not work with other service providers. Tracfone is a low cost, prepaid cell phone company throughout the US and they have several other companies under them, including StraightTalk and Net10. But Phones from one will not work with other companies.

The Dynamic II, along with the other Android Smartphones offered by Tracfone, runs on Verizon's 3G CDMA network. Be sure to check how the coverage in your area is before buying this phone.

Let's get straight to the Features and Specs for the Dynamic II.

LG Optimus Dynamic II Features and Specs:

This smartphone comes with several impressive and convenient features.
  • 3.8" Touchscreen
  • Android 4.1 'Jelly Bean' with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
  • Triple Minutes for Life
  • Separate talk/text/data
  • 3G speeds on Verizon's network
  • WiFi Connectivity
  • Bluetooth
  • 4GB Micro SD card included
  • 3MP camera
  • MP3 Player
  • Hearing Aid Compatible
  • GPS
  • Gravity/Shake/Tilt sensor
  • Mobile Web, Email, Text, Caller ID etc.
  • Handsfree speaker
  • Voice Dialing
LG L39C Specs and Dimensions:
  • Phone Size: 4.43" x 2.55" x 0.47"
  • Screen Size: 3.8'
  • Weight: 4.44 OZ
  • 1 Ghz Processor
  • 512MB RAM
  • Compatible with up to a 32GB Micro SD card
  • Battery Life: 8 hours talk, 11 days on Standby
If one compares the Dynamic II to the Dynamic, the Dynamic II is basically an improvement in almost every category. Screen size, battery life, processor and Android OS are all improved over the older version, and even over some of the other Android offerings from Tracfone.

Let's briefly highlight some of the features we like, and don't like on the LG L39C:

LG Optimus Dynamic II - Likes and Dislikes:

What We Like About the Phone:

He Dynamic II comes with Android 4.1, which is a newer version of the OS, but not the newest (the newest is currently 4.4). However, this is one of the newest versions that Tracfone is offering.

LG Optimus Dynamic II Review
Google Maps on the LG L39C
For those that might be unaware, Android is an operating system like Apple or Windows 8 but for cell phones. It allows you to have access to thousands of apps (like programs) that give the phone a huge list of possible features, depending on which apps you install. For more information, visit Google Play.

Screen size: The LG Optimus Dynamic II comes with the largest screen size of any Tracfone yet, at 3.8 inches (measured diagonally). This makes it easier to see things, easier to read things, and provides more area to work on the phone.

To give some perspective, the older, LG Optimus Dynamic had just a 3.2" inch screen and the even older LG 800G had even less at 2.8". The other Android smartphones from Tracfone have 3.5" screens.

Additional points about the LG L39C: The phone comes with a 3MP camera which will take good pictures outdoors, but probably will major problems in low light. WiFi has been reported as quite decent, and is a great way to save your data. Just make sure you turn off data when not using it!

There are many other great features included with this phone which you can see in the feature list above. Now let's take a look at some shortcomings for this phone.

What We Dislike about the LG Optimus Dynamic II

First off, this phone is, at this time, the latest and greatest offering from Tracfone, so there is a lot that it does right. However, we do want to point out a few shortcomings, or things we wish Tracfone would change.

The internal memory and RAM are still somewhat small compared to other modern smartphones. The 512mb of RAM is decent enough, but if you load up a lot of apps, you might push this phone to its limit pretty quickly. The Dynamic II has a little less than 2GB of internal memory for apps and other storage. This is OK, but if you plan to store a lot of movies or pictures, get a large SD card and try to put it on there. (This phone does come with a 4GB SD card which is nice).

The LG Optimus Dynamic II runs on Verizon 3G, along with all of Tracfone's other smartphones, and gets fairly good connectivity and coverage. However, roaming on these phones is not good, so if you travel frequently, you might want to wait to buy a new phone.

Finally, Promo Codes no longer work with Android phones from Tracfone which is a disappointment.

Adding and Tracking Prepaid Minutes on the Dynamic II

The way your track minutes, and how minutes are split up on the Android phones from Tracfone are a bit different, so we will cover that here.

Data, Talk and Text are now split into three separate 'pools' so that when you call or use data, you will still have the same number of texts as before. (EX: If you add a 200 minute card, it will be automatically tripled, and you will receive 600mb of data, 600 minutes for talk, and 600 texts).

This is a pretty good deal for almost anyone, except those who might do a lot more texting than calling or surfing the web. However, there are free apps that will text others for free when on WiFi or Data.

To check your airtime balance:
The easiest way to check your airtime on the LG Optimus Dynamic II is to download Tracfone's Airtime App. It is pretty simple to set up, and you can add airtime through it as well. You can almost go on the Tracfone website and check your account from there.

Phone Covers and Cases for the LG L39C:

The Dynamic II is prone to scratches, especially on the glass touchscreen, so it is a good idea to get a case and screen protector.

The Thousand Eight rubberized L39C cover is a good option, or you can view all the cover choices on Amazon including screen protectors.

Overall Review and Buying Tips for the LG Optimus Dynamic II

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Dynamic II on Amazon
The Dynamic II is a sleek, modern smartphone that is honestly one of the best choices from Tracfone at this time. It has a larger screen than any other phone, and the rest of its features are similar or better as well.

Users have been reporting a large number of positive reviews, with few problems unlike the ZTE Valet or older Dynamic. (the Valet has had many reports of poor WiFi connection, and the old Dynamic is slower, and smaller).

Retailing for about $110, the LG Optimus Dynamic II is $99 on Amazon at this time, and can also be found at a great deal on sites like eBay, HSN and others.

If you check out the phone on Amazon, it has received an average rating of 4.2 out of 5, and there are a number of questions and answers available for additional information.

We do want to mention that there is a new phone on the horizon coming from Tracfone: The LG Optimus Fuel (LG L34C) which seems to have Android 4.4, but possibly a smaller screen. We will update when there is more information.

Thanks for visiting and reading, and be sure to leave a comment below with your questions, or your thoughts on the LG Optimus Dynamic II.

If you're phone shopping, check out all or reviews on the Cell Phone Reviews page.

You might also want to see the Top Phone Deals for April

Additional Resources:
LG Optimus Dynamic II Tutorial - View the full and interactive tutorial to learn more about the Dynamic II

LG Optimus Dynamic II User Guide - This is a complete, 80 page PDF user guide.

Rabu, 02 April 2014

Tracfone Promo Codes for April 2014

New Tracfone Promo Codes  - April 2014

We have created below a short list of just the promo codes that are valid and working for April 2014. These codes are provided by TracfoneReviewer here for your convenience and to help you get some free minutes! We also have a full list on our main promo codes page.

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Tracfone Promo Codes for April 2014
Tracfone Wireless is a prepaid cell phone company that offers low cost cell phones and prepaid service cards. Tracfone also offers promotional codes for users to enter when adding a new prepaid card to get extra minutes for free.

You don't need to do anything to get the minutes besides finding the codes below, and entering them along with your prepaid minutes card.

Here at TracfoneReviewer, our goal is to provide you with information and money saving tips, including codes for free minutes! So we hope you enjoy the minutes, and leave a comment with feedback.

We do more than just codes, check out our cell phone reviews!

Now, let's get to the codes for April 2014!

Tracfone Promo Codes for April 2014

The codes are for 60 minute cards up to the 450 minute card and remember that you can use a code for the specific card amount, or any prepaid card of greater value. (You can use a 200 minute card code with the 450 minute card etc.)

60 Minute Card - get 30 minutes free with code 84464

120 Minute Card - also 30 minutes free with code 66906 (or you can use 84464)

200 Minute Card - grab 40 bonus minutes with code 29224 or 38361

400/1 Year Card - best deal, get 250 minutes free with code 90518 or 56557

450 Minute Card - 50 bonus minutes using code 93528

These are the Tracfone promo codes for April 2014! If you're looking for more options, head over to our main promo codes page. Leave a comment with how the codes worked for you.

You might want to look at our Top Deals and Discounts on Tracfone Cell Phones for April or learn about the news of iPhone 4/4s working with Tracfone.

Thanks for visiting!

Rabu, 26 Maret 2014

Tracfone Deals and Sales for April 2014

Great Deals, Discounts and Sales for April on Tracfone Phones

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Deals and Discounts for Tracfone Phones
There are always lots of deals going on around the internet but it can be very difficult to try to keep up with them. So we have for you some of the better deals currently available on Tracfone Cell Phones.

Tracfone is a prepaid wireless cell phone provider that offers low cost phones, and prepaid cards/plans for use in America.

Tracfone recently started selling Android powered smartphones as part of their offering. You can read our reviews of these phones on our Cell Phone Reviews page.

We have collected here for you several great deals, so let's get to them!

Deals, Discounts and Sales on Tracfone Cell Phones

Here are 3 deals we have found and would recommend if you're in the market for a new cell phone:

1. Motorola EX431G - QWERTY Keyboard for less than $10!
The Moto EX 431G comes with a full QWERTY keypad for fast texting and typing. It also has a 2MP camera, MP3 player and all the other features Tracfone's usually have.

At just $7.99 on Amazon, this phone is a steal. It could serve as an inexpensive backup phone, or a great primary phone. So check it out, and see what you think.

2. LG Optimus Dynamic II (LG L39C) - Newest Android for $90
The LG Optimus Dynamic II is Tracfone's latest offering for Android Smartphones. The Dynamic II comes with a large, 3.8" screen, Triple Minutes for Life, and Android 4.1.

Currently on sale for $89 on Amazon, this phone is filled with great features, not to mention the potential of all the apps available through Google Play.

You can read up on the Specs and other Information for the LG L39C in our recent post.

3. ZTE Valet with 600 Minutes Bundle for $60
Buying a new phone bundled with minutes is usually a great deal, and this deal with the ZTE Valet is no exception!

The ZTE Valet comes with Android 4.1, a 3.5" screen, and Triple Minutes. It is one of 5 Android powered smartphones Tracfone recently release . You can see our full review of the ZTE Valet for all the details.

This deal for the ZTE Valet plus 600 minutes for $60 on Amazon is a great bargain because the 600 minutes would normally cost $40 - making the phone only $20!

These are some great deals, but also have two more bonus deals we want to share with you. These deals were posted on the TracfoneReviewer Facebook page (follow us for all the latest deals, updates and promo codes!)

Moto EX 431G with 2000 minutes for $79 on HSN
Need a ton of minutes? This is a great bargain for all the minutes, and you get the MotoGo to top it off!

ZTE Valet for $50 from BestBuy.com
If you're just looking for the ZTE Valet phone, this is about the lowest we've seen it without a minutes bundle like the one listed above.

We hope you find these deals useful, and most importantly that they help you save money!

Find a deal? Post it below or on our facebook page for others to see it!

Don't forget about our Tracfone Promo Codes page, which we keep updated for each month!

Thanks for visiting, and be sure to share with a friend to help them save money shopping for a phone!

Senin, 17 Maret 2014

Could Jolla drop Beta sign with Sailfish OS 1.0.4.20 Ohijärvi


Jolla system update: Sailfish Ohijärvi 1.0.4.20

Urgent: Disable Openrepos before installing (tip from Kimmo Lindholm, thanks!)

Install: Settings --> About product --> pulley menu, check for updates. WLAN recommended.

System update in short

This is the fourth larger update for Sailfish, released on March 17, 2014. Jolla has announced that this update will bring the operating system to a ready stage for global commercial distribution. Does it get the system out of "Beta" is left for users to decide - In my personal opinion, unless the system doesn't enable all the phone specs it's not ready, but beta might have been changed to delta. LTE/4G support isn't there quite yet. Navigation is still missing. WLAN n might cause issues. Browser is better, but far from perfect. However, Sailfish has raised its sails - performance upgrades makes this phone fast now. Jolla has delivered a nice update with a lot of visual and functional improvements and bug fixes - let's get into these:

    Top12 picks from the update (full changelog - together.jolla.com)

    • WLAN tethering: Sharing your mobile network connection to other devices via WLAN is now possible from the settings > system menu.
    • Landsape support extended: Apps "Mail", "Messages" and "Notes" added
    • Camera: Selectable ISO (100-400), delay optins for shutter, new cover, selectable exposure value (EV -2 to +2). Grid added, especially good when photographing for a new ambience.
    • Browser: New browser engine should enable better browsing experience. Fixes still needed.
    • Virtual keyboard: New fonts and better visuals are there for a better writing experience.
    • Calendar: Events sync for both directions with Google calendar. Editing google events in phone (time, topic, description) is possible, but change of the sub-calendar will be implemented later. 
    • Email: Sync work better in selected interval. You can also find options to select the sending account & importance of the mail (tap on the three dots).
    • Store: New visuals, much better user experience. E.g. cCategories are moved to the bottom of the main screen (earlier on pulley menu)
    • WLAN connection: Connection should hold up slightly better now, but there are still isuues when using WLAN n.
    • Bluetooth connection: Syncing contacts with Bluetooth enabled for contacts, but only for a few phone models. Sync for events, and more phone models, is implemented later.
    • People: Improved vcf (contact card) import
    • The Other Half: The unique ID of TOH added to system info. This ID is needed e.g. when selling the phone - Jolla needs the number to reset the TOH for a new user. (yes, all TOH's are personal)
    • More: Some new settings, peformance improvements, bug fixes and visuals (e.g. tap-gesture on the lock screen lifts up the screen for a short moment, enabling a peek on battery, online status and mobile network info.) See all in the full changelog.

    Known issues not yet fixed on this release

    • 4G/LTE connection. Official statement: LTE supported countries and operators will be published later.
    • Camera support for more Android apps (still not working in Facebook, Twitter)
    • Navigation feature for Jolla's HERE Maps. No news about development. Several Android navigation apps are reported to work, some better, some worse.
    • WLAN n stability. Connection lost sometimes, especially when Bluetooth on at the same time.
    •  SD card support is improved now, but sometimes the card must be manually reattached to access the files.

    Problems after updating the system?

      Upcoming Sailfish update releases

      • Jolla has stated that updates are planned to be released monthly. This one was a bit late, but now we don't need to wait a full month for the next one.

      Previous updates

        Sailfish Ohijärvi ?

        Another update named by a lake. Ohijärvi is a very small lake (0,102 km²) located near Uusikaupunki, Finland.

        Jolla has stated that they are using lakes of Finland in naming updates of Sailfish OS. There are 187 888 lakes in Finland, including the small ones, so we might have more than few updates coming. Looking at the size of the Ohijärvi, we could speculate that this is not a big update, but it sure makes using the phone much nicer again. I'm still holding my breath for Sailfish Saimaa!

        Sabtu, 15 Maret 2014

        iPhone 4 and 4S coming to Tracfone BYOP?

        It May Soon (or already) be Possible to use the iPhone 4 and 4S with Tracfone

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        It may be possible to bring an iPhone 4/4S to use with Tracfone service
        We recently got a tip from a visitor that Tracfone may be accepting iPhone 4 and 4S for use with their 'Bring Your Own Phone' program which already allows users to bring CDMA smartphones to use with Tracfone service.

        If you visit the following link, it appears that the iPhone 4 and 4S will work with Tracfone service:

        iPhone 4/4S with Tracfone Service

        The details are still emerging, and we haven't been able to test whether an iPhone 4/4S will work with Tracfone, but it appears like it might.

        So, it may soon be possible to use an iPhone, like this CDMA iPhone 4 on Amazon with Tracfone service. Just remember that it must be a CDMA iPhone that is setup for use on Verizon.

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        We will keep you posted on these exciting Tracfone rumors, and be sure to leave a comment if you find out any new information.

        Many Tracfone users are already reporting that phones like the Motorola Droid, or HTC Incredible are working with Tracfone's BYOP program, so it is exciting that they will be expanding the phone options to Apple products.

        Just remember that for now, phones need to be for Verizon CDMA to work with Tracfone.

        If you're not so interested in trying to figure out whether a phone will work with Tracfone, consider the newer LG Optimus Dynamic II, which comes with some great features, and under $100/

        Also, for those who still have a regular Tracfone, check out our updated Tracfone Promo Codes for March 2014.

        Thanks for visiting, and leave a comment with your thoughts or questions!