Originally Posted by
jlisi984
One word: eBay. For buying a cheap "throw-away" unlocked phone, should be a godsend.

What should I look for in particular on e-bay if I have to go that route?
How would I know for sure that it will work from there to here?
Should I look for a particular phone & would the type/carrier even matter if it is unlocked?
Do different phones come with different rates/plans or are they all the same for that & I just by a card in the country I am in?