One of the latest trends is to add a
laptop or tablet with your mobile broadband deal. This all
inclusive package is then part and parcel of an 18 or 24 month contract.
Essentially, this deal looks like great
value on the outset and users get a dongle with mobile Internet allowances that
they pay for on contract each month and a laptop that they can use with the
mobile broadband. For students in need of both items this can look like the
perfect deal and can seem like a real money saver and sometimes it is. However,
there are still a number of things to be aware of when choosing one of these
combine packages, as well as deciding on which broadband deal to go with.
Monthly Cost
When you decide on a monthly broadband
and laptop package make sure to look at the price of it and the amount of data
you are getting. They say there is no such thing as a free lunch and to be
honest in the case of these packages this is often the truth.
You will often end up paying a high
amount for a broadband package that you would get for a lot less if it were
just the package alone. The cost of the laptop and the often reduced amount of
data you are receiving greatly lowers the real saving on the laptop.
People often see this mobile
broadband package and are lured in by the seemingly low cost
broadband and what seems like a 'free' laptop. This is not the case; you will
most likely pay for the laptop with the broadband contract.
Be Aware
Now that you are aware of the fact that
you will often have to pay for the laptop in instalments and receive a lower
broadband data allowance in return for mobile broadband and the laptop
together, you have to be aware of other factors.
The Data
Understand how much data you are
getting for the price and perhaps compare it to another mobile broadband deal.
Competition's good when it comes to mobile broadband and you should compare the
price of the data with the broadband to the amount of money a contract will
cost without the additional laptop. You may be very much surprised at the
difference in cost and how much you are actually paying for the laptop.
The Laptop
Have a look at the model of laptop you
are getting. You will often find that with these deals you are getting a budget
laptop or maybe even a netbook.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with
this fact at all. However, it is often wiser to find out the model number and
compare the price of the laptop, netbook or tablet online and perhaps even have
a look at some online reviews about it and how good it actually is.
You should then compare the price of
the laptop and which broadband comes with the package and then price them both
separately. You may find that there is significant savings on paying for the
price of the laptop and the mobile broadband contract separately.
Even if you can't afford the laptop
initially, you can always look into a hire purchase arrangement with the store.
This can leave you better off in monetary terms than the contract and is
certainly something to be aware of.
Negotiate
Mobile broadband companies are open to
negotiation, especially if your mobile broadband is up for renewal. Make sure
to look at the competition and discuss how much your broadband is costing you
compared to other companies.
There is as much competition with other
companies and mobile broadband as there is with mobile
phones and if you play your cards correctly you can really lower the
cost. Use the competitions to push down the price and get the best possible
deal for you in terms of data, price and the laptop or tablet you receive. If
you drive a hard bargain you will often receive one.
Just beware of the aforementioned and
you can save and also receive the best deal, while keeping your eyes open.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
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