Prepaid is the rule and not the exception outside the U.S. But it’s now the fastest-growing segment of the industry here for a variety of reasons. People are obviously catching on.

All of your points are great and here’s another thought:
It’s also a fantastic way to teach children about money, responsibility, budgeting and more while empowering and enabling them, and providing parents the ability to communicate with kids and keep in touch.

And TracFone (ahem!) makes this all very easy, since it’s the least expensive way to own a cell phone.

You mention that prepaid phones are perfect for people who don’t use them a lot. That’s very true! But they’re also great for heavy users, too.

Straight Talk offers two prepaid plans: 30 days of1,000 minutes of talk, 1,000 texts and 30MB of Mobile Web access for $30 OR $45 for Uulimited talk, texts and Mobile Web.

It’s available at Walmart or online at: http://straighttalk.com/ShopPhones

Thanks and keep up the great job!