What kind of Cell Phones can the soldiers get in Iraq, that don't cost an arm and leg?
454746
NO CELL PHONE!!!!  Those are used to set of the IED's.  And a mistaken call on the wrong frequency can kill someone.  They had those satelite phones over there, but those do cost an arm and a leg.  As it it, they should be more concerned about getting through a day than calling to chat.  Standing in line a the phone center every now and then is frustraiting, but there is no need to call home every ten minutes.  Don't bother.
872735
Most of them offer this service with the new generation phones. I can get them on my sprint blade, but the channels they offer SUCK.
319116
Look at CQphone. It's free.
156928
without a doubt.  if they don't go to iraq, they will go to an army base somewhere to fill in the slots of the active duty guys who are in iraq.  right now the army is pulling people out of field artillery units, forcing them to reclass to mp's and giving them 18 month orders at various army bases.  good luck to them
1020702
If you can't afford a phone, how do you plan to pay for your calls?
1047545
Try http://www.military.com/
193933
Actually it depends in part of the country they are in.  We didn't have wireless service where I was stationed in Iraq.  But Ballad did and so did a few other places near the green zone. Most MWR's have internet access if the base has been around for awhile.  The rainy season is just about over so you shouldn't have a problem talking to someone over there.  My space has soldiers on it . Yahoo has military chat rooms.  Good luck You could also look into adopting a soldier or a plt. Their are a lot of soldiers over there with no body waiting at home for them.
257619
Generally, you have three options: \n1. get a cell phone (the coverage, roaming and standards compatibility are even more of a mess than in the U.S., but within a certain region it's quite OK). Believe it or not, this option is becoming more and more popular. The costs are comparable with West Europe, so to get a number and a handset, you'll pay between 40 and 100 USD.\n2. Apply for a line in an established order. It won't cost you a lot (varies from region to region), but be prepared to wait for several YEARS (no kidding).\n3. Apply for a "commercial" installation. The installation fee is quite high then (again, it varies from region to region, in a place where my relatives live it's an equivalent of about 200 USD, I believe), but you'll get it relatively quickly if there is a line available, which is a big if.
611128
America's Army is free.\n\nhttp://www.americasarmy.com
466720
In todays combat no.  Most of todays combat is fought in an urban environment.  In Iraq currently the majority of patrol are mounted.  We talk through the use of CVC's and the only time we use hand signals is when we are mounted and trying to communicate with a dismounted troop on the ground that has no radio.  When dismounted in Iraq, hand signals aren't necessary because you are usually surrounded by kids.
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You can pay for wireless PCMCIA cards that will offer you internet service through cellular networks.\n\nI think Sprint has the fastest currently, but Cingular, TMobile, and Helios all offer this service.\n\nSprint: \nhttp://powervision.sprint.com/mobilebroadband/\n\nTMobile\nhttp://www.t-mobile.com/shop/phones/Detail.aspx?device=e84f500d-8c20-4a82-9017-0c6bc3f4ad5a\n\nCingular\n\nHelio:\nhttp://www.helio.com/#devices_hybrid\n\nMikeC
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Well, I am a former army infantry soldier so I will tell you what I used most (or appreciated receiving) while on deployment.\n\n1. Stationary: Writing paper, envelopes, and pens are great for keeping in touch with friends and family. stamps are not needed since all military mail (under 13OZ) is delivered free of charge to the soldier.\n\n2. AA batteries. most soldiers will carry some sort of electronic device whether for personal use or official use. yes the military does supply the soldier with batteries but half the time the ones issued are the throwaways from the battery companies and they are half dead. \n\n3. Duct tape. can never go wrong with duct tape. electrical tape is also good.\n\n4. moleskin for blisters on the feet. soldiers walk a lot so blisters are inevitable.\n\n5. Bungee cords (dark colored): these are great for quick securing of items to your rucksack and also for making a quick "pup tent" for those surprise rain storms.\n\n6. Band-Aids: soldiers a lot of times get pretty good cuts. however most of the time all that is needed is a band-aid. lets the medics use their time for the more serious injuries.\n\n7. a letter. not a letter of praise of what they are doing but just a normal letter to let the soldier get a taste of home.you dont have to get personal...just let them know in a brief way how things are "back home". a thank you at the end is good enough. (ps. if from a female, a little bit of perfume on the paper is most pleasant).\n\n8. small toiletries: razors, shaving creme, deodorant (unscented; keeps the bugs away) baby powder. sending medication even if otc is frowned upon.\n\n9. hard candies: lemondrops are great for long patrols as are fruit lifesavers.\n\nthat is all I can think of but I am sure there are more things that would be appreciated.
557779
you can take a cellular phone, it's work very well ;)
972475
The 9mm will take about anyone. It is very effective here in Afghanistan and was effective in Iraq too. I prefer the M4 and M24 more. Being able to reach out and touch someone before they can fire back is the safest way to go.
863064
Phone cards are ALWAYS welcome. To hear your loved ones voice is the best gift!! You can get a phone card anywhere, but make sure you look at the rates from that part ofthe world. It might only last him a few minuites. An ipod is also a great way for him to pass the time and a gift card prior to him goingso he can download a few songs from itunes. He can take a Bible, but if you can don't let it be too big of one. My husband alsways takes his on deployments.\nSome other things that you can send while he is there are baby wipes, deodorant, razors, socks (uniform colors), powdered drinks. \nIf I'm not mistaken, she will not be able to go over there. That's a hostile environment and would be dangerous for her, but depending on his tour length he might come home mid-tour for some R&R for two weeks. \n\nI hope that this helps.
1134648
if he has a mobile,dail 0964-thrn the no without the 1st zero.\nif he has a land phone in baghdad ,then dail 09641-then his no.\nif he is using land phone in another city,name the city,will give u the code.tell him not to harm the iraqis.
293828
we have Nokia through Cingular, it depends on your plan.  Our plan is 10 cents a message, whether you send it or receive it.