Title: How to Use Smartphone and Data Plans in Europe
Headings: How to Use a Smartphone and Data Plans Abroad
How to Use a Smartphone and Data Plans Abroad
The Basics: PHONES AND DATA PLANS IN EUROPE
Will Your Phone Work Abroad?
Ways To Use Your Phone In Europe
International Roaming (Easy But Expensive)
International Data Plan (Easy But Slightly More Affordable)
Pre-Paid SIM Card w/ Data (A Hassle But Most Affordable)
Where To Buy SIM Cards
A Look At US Carrier Plans and Options
T-Mobile
Sprint
Verizon
TravelPass
Monthly International Travel Pricing
Pay as You Go pricing
AT&T
AT&T International Day Pass
AT&T Passport
Do You Even Need a Data Plan?
So Should You Get A Data Plan?
Tips For Using Only WiFi and/or Lowering Your Data Usage
OTHER TIPS AND ADVICE
No Funny Business

Content: For example, anything newer than an iPhone 4S will work perfectly fine in Europe. If you have an Android or Windows phone through Verizon and Sprint, be sure to check if it’s a “world phone” (i.e., it’s GSM compatible) — most modern phones should be fine. If your phone isn’t compatible, check with your service provider as some will rent you a phone for a few weeks/months. Ways To Use Your Phone In Europe
International Roaming (Easy But Expensive)
Most American carriers have partnerships with carriers overseas so your phone will automatically connect to that partner’s mobile/data services. You don’t have to do anything. It just connects. The downside? International roaming, especially when it comes to using data, can be insanely expensive. You can easily spend $50 sending a few emails and viewing a web page or two. Even a short call or a few text messages can cost you a lot.