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1Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems2Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute3Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsNo. Walmart does not own Straight Talk. Verizon owns TracFone Wireless, the parent company whose acquired prepaid-brand family includes Straight Talk. Verizon completed the TracFone acquisition on November 23, 2021.
Who owns Straight Talk?
Straight Talk is part of TracFone’s family of prepaid brands, which Verizon acquired. Verizon’s announcement of the completed deal named Straight Talk among the brands, and its 2021 annual report says it acquired all outstanding shares of TracFone Wireless, Inc. (Verizon’s announcement; Verizon’s 2021 Form 10-K).
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The transaction closed on November 23, 2021. Verizon had entered into the purchase agreement with América Móvil in September 2020.
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Why is Straight Talk associated with Walmart?
The retail association can make Walmart seem like the owner, and the brand name Walmart Family Mobile adds to the confusion. But the FCC identified Straight Talk and Walmart Family Mobile as separate prepaid brands in TracFone’s portfolio; it did not identify Walmart as Straight Talk’s owner. (FCC 21-121 order.)
#1 Best Overall
- Compatible with Verizon CDMA phones with Micro, standard or Nano SIM cards
- Convert your current compatible or Unlocked phone into a prepaid phone
- This item will not work on GSM based phones.
- Micro SIM, Nano SIM, Standard SIM - Triple Cut SIM
- Plans sold separately
Who provides the mobile network?
Brand ownership and the network carrying a customer’s service are different things. The FCC described TracFone as a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), a provider that relies on networks operated by mobile network operators. That describes TracFone’s service model; it does not make Walmart the brand owner.
Is Straight Talk still available?
Straight Talk’s official website currently lists prepaid plans and phones. Its current offerings do not change the ownership answer: Straight Talk is part of the TracFone brand family acquired by Verizon.
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- New 5G and 4G LTE Coverage on America's Largest and Most Dependable Network
- Compatible with Apple iPhones, and Androids using Nano SIM Cards
- NEW 5G Data Network
- Includes: Nano CDMA 5G / 4G LTE SIMs. A monthly data service plan is required for activation. Works with Unlimited talk, text, and data (5GB cap) plan
- Sold Exsluvively by JBMD (Authize dealer)
What the customer figure does—and does not—tell you
In its 2020 order, the FCC reported that TracFone said its brands served more than 20 million U.S. prepaid wireless customers. That was a historical, company-reported figure—not a current subscriber count.
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Best Value
- Compatible with At&T GSM phones with Micro, standard or Nano SIM cards
- Convert your current compatible or Unlocked phone into a prepaid phone
- This item will ONLY work on GSM based phones, NOT CDMA based phones.
- Micro SIM, Nano SIM, Standard SIM - Triple Cut SIM
- Plans sold separately
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- Straight Talk Unlimited Text, Talk and Web Access 30-Day Service Card
Rank #3
- Straight Talk CDMA/GSM KYOP Sim Card Kit(also known as Bring Your Own Phone, BYOP) converts your current compatible phone into a prepaid phone. No contract.
- 2 Sim Card Kits Included. Sim 1 is Verizon compatible; Sim 2 is T-Mobile compatible. Each Card Kit is 3-in-1, containing micro, standard, or nano sim cards.
- Powered by Verizon network or T-Mobile network,non-stop nationwide coverage. (Verizon purchased Straighttalk, and T-Mobile network is still available currently)
- Plans sold separately. Plan Needed when activate.
- Transfer from other carrier is easy. Keep your old phone number.
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