Cellcom Next Step

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Is Your Tough Kid Ready for Their Next Technology Step?

Answer a few questions to discover what technology might make sense for you and your child right now.

RESULTS DESCRIPTION, ARCHETYPE, AND RECOMMENDATION

THE EXPLORER

They're growing—but they're not ready for a phone.

Your child is beginning to explore their independence, but you aren't ready to hand them a smartphone—and that's okay.

Your next technology step: Start simple.

An AirTag may be useful for keeping track of backpacks, sports bags or other belongings. As your child's independence grows, a connected device such as an Apple Watch may become the next step.

Your parent priority: Knowing where their stuff — and eventually their child — is.

Our Recommendation:
Start with air tags and consider a connected watch when they're ready.

Buy 3, Get 1 Free

Satechi FindAll Card

Satechi - FindAll Card for Apple Find My

Bundle and Save
$30.99
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • Maximum retail price of the free item is $40.
    • The free item will be the least expensive item purchased in the bundle.
  • Discount applied immediately at purchase and spread across each of the four accessories.
  • Not available at all authorized agent locations.
  • New line activation or qualified upgrade not required.
  • Select business accounts are not eligible for this promotion. Please check with your Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • Some accessories may be excluded from the promotional offer. See rep for details.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies last. No rainchecks. Not redeemable for cash.

 

 

THE GROWING INDEPENDENT

They're ready for a little freedom—and you're ready for a little peace of mind.

Your child is beginning to do more on their own. You want them to experience that independence without giving them everything that comes with a smartphone.

Your next technology step: A connected watch may be the sweet spot.

A cellular Apple Watch can give your child a way to communicate and provide location-related safety features without requiring them to carry a smartphone.

Your parent priority: Staying connected without going all-in on a phone.

Our Recommendation:
Consider a standalone cellular Apple Watch.

Save $150

Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular 40mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Sand Sport Band - S/M

Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular

$8.34/mo
As low as
$4.17/mo
With a 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement on either device is not eligible and the offer would be forfeited.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible.
  • Select business accounts are not eligible for this promotion. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies lasts. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash. 

Save $150

Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular 40mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Sand Sport Band - S/M

Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular

$8.34/mo
As low as
$4.17/mo
With a 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement on either device is not eligible and the offer would be forfeited.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible.
  • Select business accounts are not eligible for this promotion. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies lasts. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash. 

Save $150

Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular 40mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Sand Sport Band - S/M

Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular

$8.34/mo
As low as
$4.17/mo
With a 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement on either device is not eligible and the offer would be forfeited.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible.
  • Select business accounts are not eligible for this promotion. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies lasts. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash. 

 

 

THE CONNECTED KID

They're on the go. You need to keep up.

Your child has a busy life and is becoming increasingly independent. It's time for technology that gives them freedom while keeping you connected.

Your next technology step: A connected watch — or a carefully managed first phone.

Your answers suggest your child is ready for more independence. The right solution depends on whether your biggest priority is communication, location, or digital safety.

Our Recommendation:
Connected watch if you're not ready for a phone. Starter phone with parental controls if they're ready for the next step.
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Parental Controls Reimagined

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THE DIGITAL READY KID

They're ready for more independence. Are you?

Your child is increasingly managing their own activities, friends and schedule. Technology can help you give them more freedom while establishing some guardrails.

Your next technology step: A first phone — with boundaries.

This is where parental controls, screen-time management, location sharing and communication tools become increasingly important.

Our Recommendation:
A smartphone + parental controls + family technology plan.

 

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On Us

iPhone 17e pink front and back

iPhone 17e

$19.45/mo
As low as
$0.00/mo
With a new line and 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New line activation with a 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required. Unlimited Plus Select plan receives a device discount up to $830. Unlimited Plus Standard, Unlimited Plus Basic option, and Grandfathered plans receive a device discount up to $500. All other rate plans receive a $100 device discount.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement is not eligible, and the offer would be forfeited.
    • Customers cannot add an existing line from another account to qualify. Previously activated lines of service must be deactivated for a minimum of 60 days.
    • Customers cannot deactivate an existing line from their account within 60 days of the new line added. In other words, activate a new line to replace an upgrade.
  • Making modifications to monthly service may forfeit promotional discounts.
    • If a customer moves to a plan that is not eligible for this offer, they will lose their original discount. However, if a customer moves to another eligible plan, they will keep their original discount.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible for promotional offers.
  • Negotiated business accounts are not eligible for promotional offers. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies last. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash.

On Us

iPhone 17e pink front and back

iPhone 17e

$19.45/mo
As low as
$0.00/mo
With a new line and 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New line activation with a 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required. Unlimited Plus Select plan receives a device discount up to $830. Unlimited Plus Standard, Unlimited Plus Basic option, and Grandfathered plans receive a device discount up to $500. All other rate plans receive a $100 device discount.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement is not eligible, and the offer would be forfeited.
    • Customers cannot add an existing line from another account to qualify. Previously activated lines of service must be deactivated for a minimum of 60 days.
    • Customers cannot deactivate an existing line from their account within 60 days of the new line added. In other words, activate a new line to replace an upgrade.
  • Making modifications to monthly service may forfeit promotional discounts.
    • If a customer moves to a plan that is not eligible for this offer, they will lose their original discount. However, if a customer moves to another eligible plan, they will keep their original discount.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible for promotional offers.
  • Negotiated business accounts are not eligible for promotional offers. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies last. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash.

On Us

iPhone 17e pink front and back

iPhone 17e

$19.45/mo
As low as
$0.00/mo
With a new line and 36-Month Flex Agreement.
See offer details.
Offer Details
  • New line activation with a 36-month Flex Agreement and monthly service required. Unlimited Plus Select plan receives a device discount up to $830. Unlimited Plus Standard, Unlimited Plus Basic option, and Grandfathered plans receive a device discount up to $500. All other rate plans receive a $100 device discount.
    • Full advertised credits are reflective of a 36-month Flex Agreement. A 24-month Flex Agreement is not eligible, and the offer would be forfeited.
    • Customers cannot add an existing line from another account to qualify. Previously activated lines of service must be deactivated for a minimum of 60 days.
    • Customers cannot deactivate an existing line from their account within 60 days of the new line added. In other words, activate a new line to replace an upgrade.
  • Making modifications to monthly service may forfeit promotional discounts.
    • If a customer moves to a plan that is not eligible for this offer, they will lose their original discount. However, if a customer moves to another eligible plan, they will keep their original discount.
  • Promotional credits are applied monthly for the term of the Flex Agreement or until the equipment balance is paid in full.
    • Customer forfeits the offer if the device is upgraded or paid in full prior to the term of the Flex Agreement.
  • The device must remain active on the line of service until the Flex Agreement has been completed.
    • If the device is damaged, lost or stolen before the line is eligible to upgrade, the promotional discount may be void.
  • Used and clearance devices are not eligible for promotional offers.
  • Negotiated business accounts are not eligible for promotional offers. Please check with a Cellcom Rep to determine eligibility.
  • Authorization from the Financially Responsible Person (FRP) or Authorized Per Contract (APC) is required to upgrade equipment or add a line of service. For additional account permission information, click here.
    • MIO or unauthorized customers cannot upgrade without the FRP or APC present.
  • Offer subject to change. While supplies last. No rain checks. Not redeemable for cash.