Upgrade time is always exciting, and I know that I as well would want to have all the details on hand to make the best decision. Garc67, If you purchase your next iPhone using a two year contract, the $99.00 would be billed one time in exchange for being on a two year contract.
If you choose a device payment plan, the full cost of the phone is broken down into 24 small monthly payments.
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