Handset only mobile phones

There are some mobile plans available in UK telecom market that binds you to a particular network provider for a specified period. These are called contract mobile phones. Normally, contract mobile phones have a fix term of 12, 18 or 24 months. The network provider gives you a free handset in case of contract mobile phones. Once the contract period expires, the mobile phone becomes your exclusive property.

Contact phone deals bring huge advantages to the mobile users. Apart from free top of the line handsets, they also get free line rentals, inclusive talk time and texts, free insurance on handset and several economical plans to select from.

The mobile network providers and retailers offer contract phone deals to ensure that you stick to a particular network and do not switch over to the competitor with in the contract period. However, if you later on want to change the network, you can get your handset unlocked by paying little charges. Once the contract period is over, it is absolutely legal to do so.