Replacing a feature phone when contract has ended

If I buy a couple of 'back up' feature phones like Verizon Lg Vx8575 Chocolate, not to add a line or change my service, is it an easy thing to do?
The reviews on the two feature phones offered on Verizon don't seem to have very good reviews, and I don't care about having a smart phone. I certainly don't want a data plan. I fear that Verizon will stop offering stupid phones very soon, and want to know if I can just continue on in my benighted phone world using the same number. The vendor says the LG chocolate is new and is guaranteed on Amazon.
Any thoughts? Or recommendations for a different easy to read/handle phones that are not uhm...Jitterbug? I'm using an Octane now, and am getting sick of it. Turns itself off all the time. Poor reception. Dropped calls.

Hey there BessieLil! I'm glad to see you're considering getting a back up device. Activating a Basic function device is actually very easy. If you're within the VZW service area, you need only turn off your current phone, turn on the replacement, call *228, and then select option1. The automated system will walk you through the steps from there.
I can't say that the LG VX8575 (AKA the Chocolate Touch) that you're looking at may be in new condition (perhaps never owned by another customer), but not new to the market (the model was introduced November 2009). My stepson has one and he's very fond of it (though he's eager to get a smartphone). If you have other questions about that or any other device, we have some support videos you can view at this link: http://bit.ly/y5iuoj. You're also welcome to return here. Take care!
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I'm probably going to be adding 2 more 'feature' phone lines before the end of September. Last month I added one for my daughter, a Pantech Crux. ( We went back the Verizon store the day after she got the phone, and it was no longer on display - it had been discontinued! )
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Thank you lewisr13 for your response. You are correct in advising SeaJohn that we offer the 14 day worry free guarantee where they can exchange or return a phone. Please also keep in mind that a $35.00 restocking fee does apply when returning or exchanging a device within the 14 day worry free guarantee period.
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I understand you wanting to have a Basic phone that meets your needs. We are always introducing new phones to our line-up. When you are ready to purchase the phone you can view all our Basic phones here.
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I have been looking at the feature phones that verizon has currently on their website and they haven't changed for some time. As of Feb 1 the data packages have changed and was wondering which of the feature phones currently on the list would require a $10 data charge? My son's line is up for an upgrade, but there are not any phones on the current list that are as good as the EnV Touch. What is bad is I am probably going to have to play the $10 to get him a phone that is like the EnV Touch and before Feb 1, I could have gotten him a Vortex for free and pay $15. I know we are all in the same boat and really don't have a clue what plan is next and when it will be, I am just a little frustrated.
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Thank you everyone for your responses. All of our Feature phones listed, can select the pay-as-you go $1.99/MB plan or a MB package. If you are looking for a non-slider all touch screen phone, the Pantech Crux is an option. Even though we do have any new information about new phones being released, I would like to invite you to sign up for email updates to be among the first to be notified of new phones and services. You can click this direct link: www.verizonwireless.com/emailupdates
I hope this is helpful.
GinaH_VZWSupport
Thank you everyone for your responses. All of our current Feature phones listed on vzw.com, can select the pay-per-use $1.99/MB plan or a MB package. If you are looking for a non-slider all touch screen phone, the Pantech Crux is an option. The Comos Touch offers a touch screen and slide out keyboard.
Once you select the phone and add to your cart, you will then be presented with data plan options to select.
Although we don't have any new information about new phones being released, I would like to invite you to sign up for email updates to be among the first to be notified of new phones and services. You can click this direct link: Email Updates
I'm sure we will be releasing new phones very soon. Thank you for your patience.
I hope this is helpful,
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Replacing a feature phone when contract has ended

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