Will it the HTC Thunderbolt 4G LTE still work as TABLET without subscription
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It will work as a very small tablet (only 4.3") without subscription. You can connect to wifi for internet/data access. The nice built-in kickstand does make it into a very nice alarm clock or bedside music streaming box and weather station. I would not recommend buying the phone to use as a tablet or even for the things I just listed. But if you are upgrading to a newer and better phone, it might not be a bad idea to keep this phone around as a secondary device.
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Yeah I think you can access the Internet and what not as long as you have an Internet provider. You can use calculator, music, etc. just can't send/receive calls or texts.
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It's nothing like a tablet and with the Samsung Galaxy and notebook being such a better quality phone, you shouldn't waste ur money on this (or any other HTC).The battery life is the worst thing about it! You will find yourself charging this phone constantly. Spend your money on something better. If you want a tablet of course the ipad and the mini ipad are the best. I would also suggest Samsung galaxy tab 2, its great. I bought 5 for christmas, from Bestbuy ( for my son, little cousins & stepdaughter; ages 13, 7, 8 & 18 - not one complaint) You will have to shop for cases at after market stores and amazon has the largest/best selection. Good Luck with your decision and purchase It's nothing like a tablet and with the Samsung Galaxy and notebook being such a better quality phone, you shouldn't waste ur money on this (or any other HTC).The battery life is the worst thing about it! You will find yourself charging this phone constantly. Spend your money on something better. If you want a tablet of course the ipad and the mini ipad are the best. I would also suggest Samsung galaxy tab 2, its great. I bought 5 for christmas, from Bestbuy ( for my son, little cousins & stepdaughter; ages 13, 7, 8 & 18 - not one complaint) You will have to shop for cases at after... » Read More It's nothing like a tablet and with the Samsung Galaxy and notebook being such a better quality phone, you shouldn't waste ur money on this (or any other HTC).The battery life is the worst thing about it! You will find yourself charging this phone constantly. Spend your money on something better. If you want a tablet of course the ipad and the mini ipad are the best. I would also suggest Samsung galaxy tab 2, its great. I bought 5 for christmas, from Bestbuy ( for my son, little cousins & stepdaughter; ages 13, 7, 8 & 18 - not one complaint) You will have to shop for cases at after market stores and amazon has the largest/best selection. Good Luck with your decision and purchase « Show Less
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All tablets at this point are strictly Wi-Fi. If you want to have LTE 4G 3G or whatever, you will be paying an astronomical amount.
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no. but you can always download it from the play store. Sabre your money and buy a better tablet. These are junk. I must now wait 4_6 weeks for a warranty repair!
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No, as long as the phone supports the sim cards for certain providers you can choose to not do the data plan and go by monthly which is what i do. T-mobile is 50 a month for everything unlimited, no contract
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heather, i took mine to a Verizon store, they put a sim card in it to 'unlock' it, then took the sim card out. Now yes, it works like a tablet like you wanted, i use it for the internet on wi-fi at home.
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Just remember that the device is not compatible with most LTE frequencies in the USA, like T-Mobile being the worst case, no 3G or 4G (LTE)
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I think if you buy the 3g/4g enabled version you can, but honestly this tablet is not worth your time. It does not hold a charge, and if you plan to use wifi, mine did not work. I sent it back to amazon right away.
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No. There are online elements to the tablet, but I would say the majority of the tablet functions can be used without connecting to the internet.
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I think it is possible. I'm currently use the LycaMobile sim on my 4G tabket without monrhly plan.
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Depends on the carrier that is associated with the tablet, make sure you get one with Verizon. Mine does have Verizon
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No. If you want 4G/LTE, you will need the new model of the G that is coming out at the same time.
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Yes sure. You won't have the tmobile apps that come with Tmobile versions. It never shows the 4G sign. Hence, it works normal
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Wi-fi models do not have cellular data capacity so they can only connect to the internet via a wireless internet connection from your home, workplace, or some public areas. The LTE connection supports cellular data meaning you can pay for a monthly plan with your cell phone provider and access the internet anywhere you have cell phone service straight from your tablet. Make sure if you buy LTE that you buy for the correct provider.
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Yup! Although I used mine with a contract, I know it will work without a contract as long as it has a SIM card!
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You can use it just as a wifi device. It's a pay-as-you-go phone so there is no contract. If you wanted to use it as a phone you would just activate it through Virgin Mobile and then choose a plan that fits you ($35 = 300 minutes/unlimited data + messaging, $45 = 1200 minutes/unlimited data + messaging and $55 = unlimited everything).I used this with my wifi for a month before I switched from my old phone.
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No, this is the wi-fi only model. Typically provider based tablets are sold directly from the service provider.
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I have the HTC 4G LTE. Charge works great. No issues. All the components feel a little cheap. Most likely not too durable, but I have had not problems in the 8 months I've used it.