Study estimates over 70 million Americans have learned the hard way that “free” and “on us” phones are not exactly free
Every time a new flagship appears on the shelves, big carriers like Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile rush promos like “Get it free, on us!” – then, there’s the fine print. The phone’s actual cost is spread across monthly bill credits that only apply if you stay on a qualifying plan (not a cheap one) for…