Phone & Tablet Combo
Quick answer
Lifeline is limited to one benefit per household, so you can't receive two Lifeline-discounted services for a phone and a tablet. Some providers bundle a tablet with a phone plan as a promotional offer; any tablet offer is separate from the Lifeline benefit itself.
How combo offers work
A phone-and-tablet combo usually means one Lifeline-supported service line plus a tablet offered at a discount by the provider. The tablet may use Wi-Fi only or share data with your phone. Always check whether the tablet requires a separate paid line.
Questions to ask before signing up
- Is there a co-pay for the tablet?
- Does the tablet have its own data plan, and who pays for it?
- Is the tablet new or refurbished?
- What happens to the tablet if I stop Lifeline service?
Free Link Wireless currently focuses on smartphones. Ask our support team about current tablet availability.
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