Regardless of where I am in the world, I need the capability to send and receive emails and attachments, access the Internet, place local and international calls, and receive calls to my Verizon U.S. number while roaming.

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So, for that paltry sum (which I only activate when I am overseas) I am able to send and receive unlimited emails anywhere in the world.

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What phone would you recommend for someone who needs to send and receive plenty of emails during travel and downtime?

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The equipment you carry depends on your usage patterns and priorities and whether you expect to make calls, receive calls, only send-receive emails, and need access to the Internet.

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They can send and receive real-time emails with attachments, transfer large files, connect to corporate VPNs, access online publications, listen to the latest podcasts, or even download the perfect music to enjoy at 41, 000 feet.

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It gives them a connection to the internet to receive and send emails.

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