MobileX will cover monthly service for customers who have had their food stamps paused due to the government shutdown. | Image credit-WVUA23
Keep in mind that this offer does not include the $14.88 or $24.88 Unlimited plans for new customers. Customers already on MobileX plans will have their current plan covered while SNAP benefits are disrupted. Everyday options begin as low as $3.48 per month. (Price does not include applicable taxes and government surcharges)
“As one of the few independent wireless carriers left, we believe in doing” right by people, not just profits. If someone loses their SNAP benefits, we’ll cover a wireless plan for as long as their SNAP benefits are suspended. Connectivity isn’t a luxury, it’s how families reach employers, schools and loved ones. We’re stepping up to make sure no one loses that lifeline because of government gridlock.”
-Peter Adderton, founder and CEO, MobileX
Customers can decide to get a new phone number or port their current number into MobileX to receive the free service. MobileX notes that new and existing customers can create a support ticket using the MobileX app or by calling customer care at 833-422-1053 to verify their participation in SNAP so that they can receive free wireless service for as long as SNAP benefits are paused.
For those who are calling this a publicity stunt, Adderton admitted that there is a bit of promotion in everything MobileX does. He did say, “But the fundamental principle of any brand that I’ve ever been involved in is the humanitarian side of it, and that’s what we’re doing today. We are authentic and we do care. If people want to put that down as a promotional opportunity, fine. Call it whatever you like. It’s free.”
A couple of weeks ago, Verizon told first responders, those belonging to the U.S. Military, Coast Guard, and other federal government employees affected by the shutdown to call the company and request payment deferrals. AT&T told customers that if they’re worried about paying their bills on time, it offers postpaid payment deferral options. T-Mobile told Fierce Wireless, “As always, our customers are at the center of everything we do, and we’ll continue to look after them, making sure they stay connected to what matters most.”
MobileX customers use Verizon‘s 4G LTE and 5G network. It does offer an option called the “Gold Network” that gives MobileX subscribers higher data priority on the Verizon network.
