FreedomPop today announced new support for the Apple iPhone along with a free service plan. FreedomPop is selling the Phone 5 (refurbished) for $349 directly from its web site. The device has access to 200 voice minutes, 500 texts, and 500MB of data for free each month. Unlimited talk, text and data plans cost less than $5 per month. Customers may also use a compatible iPhone 4/4s if they have one to bring. In addition to the iPhone 5 and free plan, FreedomPop today announced the FreedomPop Free Voice and Text application for iOS devices, which gives any iOS device free voice, text, and voicemail. FreedomPop is pitching the app as a potential source of savings for iPhone users stuck in contracts with other providers. For example, it suggests iPhone owners downgrade their contract plan and make use of its iOS app instead. FreedomPop is an MVNO that uses Sprint's network.


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