Dish Network and Amazon just shook hands on a huge deal that allows Amazon Prime members access to one of the least expensive wireless plans ever offered in the U.S. Dish is now offering its Boost Infinite unlimited wireless service right on Amazon’s website.
This low-price unlimited wireless plan will put pressure on the wireless industry by offering a new, affordable, and flexible service to Amazon’s vast customer base. So, how exactly will it benefit you and impact the competition?
Boost Infinite Unlimited with Amazon Prime by the numbers
In order to activate the service, Prime Members will need to buy a Boost Infinite SIM kit sold and shipped by Amazon, which allows you to activate an Infinite Unlimited subscription at your convenience. It does also support iPhone with eSim cards which are virtual instead of physical cards.
Keep in mind that you will have to pay more for extras like international features and to turn your phone into a hotspot. You can explore those additional options from the Boost Infinite app once basic service is established.
With the purchase of the SIM kit, at the time of publishing, you’ll get 20% off the list price of $25, on top of a $25 bill credit toward your first month of service when you activate within 30 days. Thanks to Amazon, making a switch will be as easy as “add to cart.”
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Can I use my existing cell phone and number?
The plan is compatible with most unlocked iPhones and Android smartphones made in the last 5 years. You are capped to 5 lines total per account and when you exceed 30GB of data within a month, they could throttle you down to slower speeds.
What happens once I receive my SIM kit?
Once you receive your SIM kit, you will need to complete your Boost Infinite account registration through the Boost Infinite app to activate the service. Boost Infinite says it will provide a dedicated person called a “Boost Buddy” to assist you with any questions, setup, and activation.
A partnership with potential for disruption?
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Kurt’s Key Takeaways
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