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Tips for Using Cell Phones Overseas

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Buy a phone with dual SIM capability

If swapping out SIM cards signifies just one more thing that you could misplace in your travels, consider buying a phone with dual SIM capability, which lets you keep two numbers in one phone and switch them whenever you want. The additional advantage: you won't lose the data on the number you're not using, such as missed calls, call times, or messages (which is possible when you take out your phone's SIM card). Or buy an adaptor for your single-SIM phone for about $15–$20. Find one at duosim.com or freeyourmobile.com.

The Upside: Lets you keep two numbers on the same phone.

The Downside: Some phones must be modified to use it.

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Tips for Using Cell Phones Overseas

Buy a phone with dual SIM capability

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