Weekend phone? Any way 2 get 2 phones same number/plan

[FiftyOneFifty]

On podcast 17, they talked about "Weekend Phones". I already know this is a stupid question, Verizon has told me there is no way to keep my old phone once I upgrade to Android without paying for a second line, no discount over my current rate. I need to replace my Alltel/Verizon SCH-r500, it no longer holds a charge through the day, even with a new battery. I know I can't change providers with a CDMA phone. Even though the phone is paid for, my monthly rate hasn't decreased.

I split my time between computer consulting and the family farm. The farm is not an electronics friendly environment. Even if I buy an old cheap phone to use on the farm, a second line from another provider would cost almost as much as my current plan. Is there any creative way to get two phones on the same number?

 

[MissJennell#IM]

You just have to dial *228 (If I remember correctly) on your verizon phone to switch to another one. I do it with sprint online from my EVO to my Bold when I want to.

 

[Bukzin]

Toktumi has a app called "Line 2" for 15.00 per month.

Works great on iphone and I think the Android version is in the works.

 

[takeshi]

Is there any creative way to get two phones on the same number?

There are certainly creative ways. It's just that some solutions are illegal.

Switching via *228 may be the most practical.

You could certainly use GV if you went with a device on another carrier or added a line (doesn't cost much if you're on a family plan).

 

[rgray]

U can also go to myvzw online and switch phones as many times as u like. I do it all the time between my bb and android

There are certainly creative ways. It's just that some solutions are illegal.

Switching via *228 may be the most practical.

You could certainly use GV if you went with a device on another carrier or added a line (doesn't cost much if you're on a family plan).