Free government iPhone or Samsung in Texas.
It is possible to get a free iPhone, Samsung Galaxy or other wireless device in Texas from the Lifeline program. The Public Utility Commission of Texas works with wireless companies to help low-income families and seniors get some form of free or low-cost phone for internet usage, texting or talk. Find details on free cell phone programs in TX that the government offers.
Lifeline, and a free smart phone (or even Ipad tablet) is for low-income families and/or those that get government assistance such as those on the Your Texas Benefits portal. Almost all wireless companies, including SafeLink (Verizon), T-Mobile – Assurance, ATT and other participate. They give out free Samsung Galaxy phones or an older Apple iPhone to qualified households in TX as noted below.
Where to get a free government cell phone in Texas
While the Public Utility Commission of Texas oversees the Lifeline program, can help people apply, the wireless plans as well as free phone programs are run directly by the major wireless companies. These means that a free smartphone, such as a iPhone or Android device, are given out by companies such as SafeLink, Stand Up Wireless and others. Those companies also provide discounted service too, which may be unlimited data / internet plans and other features.
T Mobile and their Lifeline provider, Assurance Wireless, operates in most areas of Texas. They offer a free smartphone, unlimited texting and multiple gigabytes of free data to low-income families. In addition to providing the free cell phones (Apple, Samsung, etc.) Assurance Wireless will transition people to discounted plans from T Mobile if/when the Lifeline assistance program end.
In addition, families living in poverty in TX (or with a very low-income) and that get government benefits will get a free smartphone. This includes residents on CEAP (LIHEAP), Medicaid, SNAP food stamps, SSI disability, or section 8 in Texas as well as other public aid. All of them will be able to get a free government phone from Assurance Wireless. Call 1-888-321-5880.
Fronter Communication operates in many underserved areas of Texas, such as where the major wireless companies do not provide coverage. Low-income families, people with bad credit scores and the elderly can get a free iPhone, high speed internet service or a Android unit from Frontier. In fact, the cell phone company is one of the leading providers of the Lifeline program in areas that are not commonly served, and free government cell phones are provided along with very affordable monthly service plans. Call 1-800-801-6652.
Gen Mobile, part of Dish Wireless, provides a free cell phone from the government Lifeline program. In addition, discount wireless plans are offered with many low-income families getting free data plans, texting, and calls. While the type of cell phone provided by Gen Mobile in Texas will vary, most people will get an Apple iPhone if qualified.
In addition to the Lifeline plan, Gen Mobile provides very low cost wireless service (often under $20 / month) for more moderate income families in TX. But the main goal is to help people enroll into lifeline and get a free cell phone as well as other help. Call 833-528-1380. https://www.genmobile.com/pages/lifeline-program.
TracFone (also known as SafeLink or Verizon) are one and all the same company. They provide 5G cell phone coverage in Texas using the Verizon network. As part of their services they give new, qualified customers a free smartphone. Some people can also get a small tablet as the same time.
The free cell phone given out will be part of the government Lifeline program, and it can be an Apple iPhone (though generally a couple year old model). In addition free Android devices may be given out as part of this service and that can be a Google Pixel or Samsung Galaxy. Safelink can be reached at 1-800-378-1684, with both government phones offered for free in Texas as well as discounted monthly plans.
TrueConnect provides free google Android phones, such as a Google Pixel or Samsung. The device is provided as part of the Lifeline program. They also provide internet service, free computers or tablets as part of ACP, and other help to low-income families or those on benefits. There is also free unlimited talk, text, international calling to select countries (including Mexico for immigrants), and free data plans. Call 1-800-430-0443
TAG Mobile is based in Houston TX. The Lifeline provider provides free phones (iPhones, Google, and Samsung) nationwide as well as across Texas. They also offer pre-paid phone plans as well as discounted (or free) texting, internet and phone calls. While some of the free cell government subsidized phones are reconditioned, they also offer some new devices such as from Motorola or older models of iPhones. Dial TAG at (800) 986-5670 for more details on their free phones from the federal Lifeline program.
StandUp Wireless operates in Texas as part of Global Connection of America. They offer a 5G LTE networks for high-speed internet connections, including data plans. The company operates nationwide, including with a major presence in Texas.
In addition, a focus of StandUp is on providing veterans in TX with a free cell phone (Apple iPhone or Android). Another priority is on signing up households that are on government assistance such as SNAP or Medicaid for a free phone, and all customers will get free data. The contact information is [email protected].
There are a couple other cell phone companies that focus on parts of Texas. They tend to operate in major cities (Dallas, Houston, Austin, etc.) but not in the rural parts of the state. Regardless, they do give out free cell phones to low-income families per the government Lifeline program. Some also offer free Apple iPads or Samsung Galaxy tablets in addition to the iPhone or Android phone.
- enTouch Wireless not only gives out a free iPhone, but there are also free Wi-Fi hot spots and internet service data plans in Texas. Call 1-866-488-8719
- Life Wireless has free cell phones, unlimited talking, data and texting plans and more. Dial 1-888-543-3620. Note the company is also commonly known as Telrite Corporation.
Contact information for a free phone in Texas
Anyone interested in getting a free Samsung or iPhone from the government as part of Lifeline should call one of the companies above. As the individual cell phone companies process applications. Note renewals are needed annually too.
As far as other options, in addition to that, the Public Utility Commission of Texas can offer help with the application process. The application link is here. This government agency also has a customer support team able to help the low-income get a free phone or help with cell phone bills. Call 512-936-7000 for additional info.
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