EWO Posted May 30, 2006 CID Share Posted May 30, 2006 This was passed to be by a email friend. Haven't scoped it out fully - maybe someone has run across this and can enlighten everyone. Especially me. Scam or a for sure no crapper? Subject: Free 411 Date: Tue, 30 May 2006 13:49:18 -0700 just discovered a way that you can call Directory Assistance from your cell phone at no charge. I believe Cingular charges $3 or $4 when you dial 4-1-1. Anyway, here's the number: 1-800-FREE411 The catch? You have to listen to recorded advertising while the operator looks up the number. So what--you're waiting anyway. Here's the website that backs up the information and has testimonials. www.free411.com http://www.free411.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommie gorman Posted May 30, 2006 CID Share Posted May 30, 2006 Unless they get a commision from the minutes they use up for you? Nothing is seldom free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
php Posted May 30, 2006 CID Share Posted May 30, 2006 Well, it is an 800 #... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommie gorman Posted May 30, 2006 CID Share Posted May 30, 2006 Missed that php, cool find then EWO. But I would still have to check with my provider on the minutes. Just to make sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinlay Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 ive seen commercials about 1-800-FREE411 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amc11890 Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 there has to be a catch, nothing is ever FREE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAINMAKA Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 sounds to good to be true, but if it is free then that is awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EWO Posted May 31, 2006 Author CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 Maybe the catch is having to listening to the advertising BS. Worse than press one, blah , blah, blah on the phone.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark06 Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 This is cool its toll free on sprint it says so on my phone it got a live person 2 it doesnt connect me but hey it gives u the number this is cool plus i got no ads maybe cause i had a person cause the machine could not understand the word emos resturant but whatever very fast service i like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAINMAKA Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 i wonder if i works with verizon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EWO Posted May 31, 2006 Author CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 Here is some more info for cell phones. Don't know validility of this. Maybe ya'll do. Here is something worth knowing if you have a mobile phone ... Have you ever wondered why phone companies don't seem interested in trying to prevent the theft of mobile phones? If you have ever lost, or had one stolen, and if you are on a plan, you still have to pay the plan approximately up to 24 months, and you have to buy another handset and enter into another contract. This is more revenue for the phone company. There is a simple way of making lost or stolen mobiles useless to thieves and the phone companies know about it, but keep it quiet. To check your mobile phone's serial number, key in the following on your phone: star-hash-zero-six-hash ( * # 0 6 # ) and a fifteen digit code will appear on the screen. This is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it safe. Should your mobile phone get stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code. They will then be able to block your handset, so even if the thief changes the sim card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody did this, there would be no point in stealing mobile phones. You may want to send this to as many people with mobiles as possible. No charge for directory assistance Phone companies are charging us $1.00 or more for 411 - information calls. When you need to use the 411 / information option! Simply dial 1-800-FREE-411 or 1 800 373 3411 without incurring a charge. This is information people don't mind receiving - Pass it on. Works on home phones and cellphones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coknuck Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 I just tried calling Verizon but full service closed at 11pm. I'll bet you only get charged air time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdawnaz Posted May 31, 2006 CID Share Posted May 31, 2006 thx EWO...ima check with qwest and see what they say or maybe i'll just try it...why give 'em any heads up...they'll just find a way to charge it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAINMAKA Posted June 1, 2006 CID Share Posted June 1, 2006 i would be cool with it using air time, i just dont want random charges coming up on the bill at the end of the month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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