For me, work gave away some used ones. Having always been a computer and tech hobbyist, I started out trying a 7100g. Intrigued, I moved up to an 8700g and got the data plan. That's really when I realized what all the fuss was about. Now have my 8310 and haven't looked back. I'll be a lifer.
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