It's an exciting time for Apple Inc., which just launched a bevy of new hardware and software options to its customers. It's top of the line iPhone 5S is selling to record opening numbers and the new iPhone 5C, with a colorful plastic backing is beginning to outpace the sales of its flagship smartphone. As if that wasn't enough, the company recently launched its revolutionary new design in the form of iOS 7, now available for almost every one of its existing mobile devices including iPads and iPhones.
With the success of the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C, the company is now taking steps to ensure that everyone gets a chance to get their hands on one of the new smartphones. According to CNN Money, starting next Oct. 1 the company has announced that the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C will be sold on Virgin Mobile, assuming it can keep any in stock past the opening few hours.
Virgin mobile is a company that offers cellular and data service without forcing its customers to sign on for a two-year contract. This means that users will receive data coverage but will have to pay for the full value of the smartphone. The iPhone 5S starts at $649. Meanwhile, the iPhone 5C is a little cheaper, although still a bank buster, at $549.
Users can expect unlimited 3G and 4G data, but it's important to note that the speeds diminish significantly once you reach the monthly limit of 2.5GB. If you sign up for Auto pay, Virgin is currently offering iPhone users $5 monthly discount, which might make this the lease expensive iPhone plan there is. The low monthly costs versus the upfront cost of the device itself might make the Virgin mobile plan one of the most appealing to users.
Other companies like Verizon, AT&T and Sprint will offer the phone for hundreds cheaper but require a two year contract and expensive monthly payments. So, if you happen to have come into money this month and want to have the top of the line iPhone in your pocket, Virgin mobile is the plan for you.
