has anyone used the prepaid straight talk phones from wal mart? they offer really cheap plans, but i'm not sure of the quality.

TracFone is my cell of choice.

The quality is well worth the 45 bucks a month. I'd suggest getting the 80 dollar phone. I think it offers the most for the price. They work off of the verizon towers here in Miles City, so all your friends that have "in calling" or texting will be able to call you or text you free. My friend Wendy and I got our phones about a week apart in November. Hers is still working glitch free, and mine was till I ran it over. I got the 130 dollar phone to replace it, but it's not so great. Keys are a little small. I recommend this service to everyone!

How much do they charge for your texting with it??

For 45 dollars a month you get Unlimited Calling, Texting, Picture Messaging, and Mobile Web Use. No strings attached

Unlimited talk, text and data transfer $45 for thirty days. I love mine. So far it has worked everywhere I've been. I bought the $80 phone.

I've had a couple friends who use them who have had phone problems, but it was equipment only, on the cheapest option for phones. And Josh, Straight Talk is provided by Tracfone, if you read the fine print.

I had one. No real complaints.. the mobile internet service is virtually useless though!