subject: Cellular Phone Out Of Commission? Here's What To Do [print this page] These days, it seems most of us have developed a pretty intense dependency on our mobile phones. Normally, this isn't much of a problem, but what happens when your phone is out of commission? What happens when you drop it in the sink, its battery is shot, or it breaks? How are you supposed to communicate? Well, it's not impossible, so never fear.
As you have probably seen your associates do from time to time, you can utilize social networking sites to let family members, coworkers, and friends know the status of your phone and another effective way to reach you. Do not publicize another phone number, as this is not a very safe maneuver on the web, even if you think everyone on your social networking page is your friend.
Instead, direct them to message your profile or your e-mail account, and check these often. Do not distribute office, home, or other family members' mobile numbers to someone you do not know well.
Smart phones can often be repaired by specialists, even if there is water damage, so it would be wise to investigate repair for your phone in the area where you live or work. A reputable company will offer a price quote either online or over the phone for your particular problem so you will know precisely what monetary commitment you need to make.
If it will take you a little while to collect those funds but you need a working mobile phone sooner rather than later, then visit an auction or warehousing site to find an inexpensive, "unlocked" phone. Also, if your cell phone provider also produces pay-as-you-go phones, you can select one of these instead.
Any of these will work just fine while you save the money necessary to repair or replace your phone. This will only work if your provider makes use of SIM cards, however. If you have a SIM card, you will need to place it in this temporary phone, and calls and texts will be able to be routed to your regular phone number.
If you don't have a LAN line, you may think about adding one to your home. Even if you are able to have your phone fixed relatively quickly, you can never tell when something like this will happen again--it could be lost, stolen, or destroyed in the future. I pay 10 dollars every month for a LAN line that is connected to my internet service, and it has been a convenience that my family needs.
