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Originally Posted by conan50
That's a good deal on the Windows phone. I'm thinking about an off contract Android phone just to use as an MP3 Player and Chromecast remote. Anyone using an Android phone like that, and do you have any suggestions for a cheap phone like that?
Thanks.
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There are more than a few of us on MR who are doing this with no-contract phones. I'm using an LG Volt for streaming music and offline playback of audiobooks, music, and FM radio. I also use it as a remote for my Amazon Echo and Grace internet radio. Occasionally, I'll use it to play games, watch cartoons, and check my email. When I get a chance, I plan to set it up for offline map use.
What you need to decide beforehand is how much you're willing to spend and what your minimum hardware requirements are. Currently, I know of no great deals. The best deals happened during Black Friday. Since then, a few good deals have popped up; but there's no way to predict when that'll happen. You have to check back each day to see if anyone has posted a deal; and then you have to be prepared to jump on it right away if it's what you want.