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Anna here with a fun smartphone & watch giveaway! Many thanks to ALCATEL for sponsoring.
I’m excited to share this review & giveaway with you today. I’ve had my eye on an activity tracking bracelet or a “smart” watch for a little while and now I want to tell you all about the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Idol 3 & ALCATEL ONETOUCH Watch.
I love getting new devices. Now, I am not a device brand snob, nor am I a device guru or tech nerd or what-have-you. I don’t get the latest and greatest devices the minute they hit the shelves. But when it’s my time to get a new phone or laptop or ebook reader I love taking the time to play with my new toy and set up all the settings to my personal preference.
I’ve been using the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Idol 3 for right at a week now, and I am really really happy with the phone.
I did have some initial trouble getting my SIM card and microSD card into the phone. All my other phones have had slots behind the battery but this phone has a small teeny tiny tray that slides out for you to put your cards in. You need a “SIM card eject tool” or a small paper clip. I had no idea I would need this and so I used a straight pin and it took me several minutes to get the tray open. I think it would be nice if they included a “SIM card eject tool” in the package.
Other than that I have enjoyed the phone quite well. The phone runs very fast, and it’s a little bit slimmer and taller than my previous phone which was a Samsung Galaxy S5. I have pretty small hands so being just a bit slimmer helps me when using the phone one-handed. I will actually be keeping the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Idol 3 as my primary phone, I won’t be switching back to the Galaxy for the time being anyway.
The ALCATEL ONETOUCH Idol 3 is an UNLOCKED phone which gives you the freedom of choice in choosing your carrier, with no contracts or hidden fees. #LiveUnlocked!
Two of my favorite features are the Dual Front Facing Speakers and the Dual Camera. The speakers have a very nice sound and no distortion when the music gets loud. The Rear-Facing camera is 13MP which is a bit less than my Galaxy BUT the Front-Facing Camera is 8MP which is significantly higher than my Galaxy. It’s very annoying to try to take a photo with my kids, husband or friends and the front facing camera be lower quality resulting in gross looking photos! The phone also has a full featured camera app which includes panoramic, time-lapse, manual mode, and more.
Now for the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Watch. I was most excited about receiving the watch because I’ve been wanting an activity tracker for a while now. I wanted to track how much movement and exercise I have been getting (or the last thereof!) And having had a heart rate health issue in the past I like being able to check my heart rate at the touch of a button….or screen.
The ALCATEL ONETOUCH Watch is very attractive. It’s not too glam-y and not too tech-y looking and I like that a lot. There are two color choices, black & red and white.
The ACATEL ONETOUCH Watch comes with sensors and apps that allow you to monitor your daily activity and health such as heart-rate, sleep cycle, steps taken, & calories burned. You can also receive message and call notifications thru the watch, and you can activate your camera on the phone as well. The Watch has a long lasting battery life, up to 5 days! The USB charger is built into the end of the band, very convenient. The Watch is compatible with both Apple and Android.
You can purchase the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Idol 3 & the ALCATEL ONETOUCH Watch at Alcatelonetouch.us. The Idol 3 is $249.99 & the Watch is available for $149.
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I received products from ALACTEL ONETOUCH to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
Written by Anna, who shares delicious recipes and a bit of fashion from the country on her blog Green Eyed Country Girl. See what she’s pinning on Pinterest and “like” Green Eyed Country Girl on Facebook.
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Wendy Sebastian says
To #LiveUnlocked means not believing someone when they say, “You can’t do that!” I believe that I CAN do anything!
Alyssa Lee says
Unlocked means not being locked into something.
Pamela Michelle says
To #LiveUnlocked means using my phone with freedom and zero fear of identity thieves or annoying advertisments!
Thomas Murphy says
It means having freedom.
Tammy OHagan says
I live each day to the fullest! My #LiveUnlocked day includes spending time with my kids and grandkids, riding my motorcycle and spending time with friends!
Michael T. Backes says
To #Liveunlocked means I won’t ever have to feel locked for any reason.
Rachel Freer says
To me, #LiveUnlocked means freedom from choosing carriers based on my phone. Where I live there is only one carrier available so it’s important that my phone allows me to use that carrier.
Danielle Magee says
To live free of being tied down to things like contracts.
Tandi Cortez says
To me, to #LiveUnlocked means no contracts!
Jerry Marquardt says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not have to have a contract and have great service with a nice phone.
Dawn Reid says
#LiveUnlocked means to not be a tied down to a cell phone plan.
Heidi Gagliardi says
No contract yay!
Michelle S says
Do what makes you happy in life, make others happy, but don’t place your happiness in another person’s hands.
Enizete Lane says
I love the freedom and option to choose any provider at anytime. Sounds really great!
laurie murley says
it means I don’t have to be with one company all the time
Birdiebee says
To live unlocked means I am not forced to staying with any one company and feeling trapped.
Lisa V. says
Means not being locked in to a contract.
Lyndsey R. says
To #LiveUnlocked means to live without being tied down to a contract or certain company.
Stephanie Galbraith says
It makes me feel free to do and see whatever I want.
Holly Storm-Burge says
It means that I’m free to find the best deals!
Tristan says
I shall know the truth and the truth shall set me free…is to #LiveUnlocked!
Richard Hicks says
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liz l says
My way- no contracts!
Gary Vinson says
To #Liveunlocked is to have the freedom to change your mind if you are not happy with your current phone provider.
Erica B. says
It means not being tethered to anything.
MD Sanchez says
#liveunlocked to me means having choices. This phone is a great one!
Desiree Dunbar says
To be completely present day to day.
Samantha Daleo says
To be able to shop around and find the best carrier for me instead of being forced into whatever carrier I am currently committed to, would be amazing!
Brandi Goolsby says
Well, although I have yet to experience it, I believe that living #unlocked would be a liberating experience. No more worrying that I am still under contract and having to put up with ridiculous fees and charges. How nice would that be?
Anita k says
In a world full of everyone trying to control everything we do,to be in control of anything is wonderful.
Loris Ayoub says
I guess it means have freedom for me options
charlene says
#LiveUnlocked not bound by anything
Mary says
freedom
Ioana Mohora says
to #LiveUnlocked means to me do not depend on anybody
Keeley Sullivan says
You can use any phone you choose and no long term contract
Joe Bitner says
No long term contracts or early termination fees.
Jan Hammersmith says
you can use any phone you want.
Karla R. says
To me it means #LiveUnlocked to me means live worried free of contracts.
Susan Smith says
To #Liveunlocked means no contracts and freedom
tina reynolds says
#Liveunlocked means no contracts and having options
ilyes sihaddi says
#LiveUnlocked simply it’s freedom
Alona Y says
To me #LiveUnlocked means to have complete control and convenience with my possessions, that’s how it should be!
L Cromas says
#LiveUnloccked, freedom and security!
April says
I think it means living your life on your own terms, both in reality and electronically.
jerry merced says
#LiveUnlocked to live the way you want to be!’
Richard Brandt says
It means being able to choose my own provider. That phone isn’t the boss of me.
Stacey b says
Living unlocked means having convenient ways of accessing tools or apps I may need at any given time during my day.
Sarah Oswald says
To #LiveUnlocked means to me is having choices and not stuck with one place.
Candace Galan-Calderon says
For me it means the freedom of choice!
Cathleen King says
It means to have freedom.
Jannah M says
To have unlimited customization options for my phone.
laura says
To me it means to be free. To be yourself no matter what!
David Payne says
i have heard great things about this phone. Looking forward to trying it out.
Bogdan Sebastian says
To #LiveUnlocked means live free
Cedie Garcia says
To #LiveUnlocked means living life at its fullest, without limitations.
JESSICA C says
livingUnlocked to me means umlimited and able to choose.
Elizabeth H. says
#LiveUnlocked for me means to not have hidden fees and to have the freedom of choosing my own carrier.
Jeanine says
#LiveUnlocked for me means to live life fearlessly and to follow your dreams.
Elizabeth B says
It means that I’m not tied to a phone company, owing them my firstborn child!
Kathy K. says
#LiveUnlocked means to not have to worry about contracts and be free to change things.
Ruby Covet says
To live unlocked means to not be held down by a contract or carrier! Freedom of choice.
Alyssa Mrozek says
It means to be contract free!
Bo Simms says
#LiveUnlocked means freedom to me, to not be bound to any contract, or lock in for a certain amount of time or any other stipulations that takes away freedom to choose.
DeAnna Keller says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not be tied down to cell phone plans.
Jillian Brooks says
What a great classic watch.
Francine Anchondo says
#LiveUnlocked so your not locked in a contract.
Alpa D says
it means having the freedom to be independent with my phone.
Jennifer Nielsen says
Freedom to choose and not be slowed down by anything is what it means for me to live #LiveUnlocked.
DEIDRE says
To live #UNLOCKED=to be FREE FREE FREE, YOU AND ME!
✌😎✌
velder dixon says
having the freedom of my phone whenever and wherever
Bev says
#LiveUnlocked is to be free and clear period!
celina says
To #LiveUnlocked means being free of contract and all bill pays
brenda boone says
this will be so cool for my granddaughter at college
CR Williams says
To me it means being free of people and things that will stop me form progressing in my life.
Joie says
Living a life unlocked is owning your phone completely. It’s having to freedom to do whatever you want. You aren’t tethered to any company and therefore freer than others who do not live unlocked.
Suzanne Bastien says
I can take it camping, exercising, etc and not miss out on my kids calling.
Heather Hollands says
It would mean more options and not to have hands tied by a particular company.
Cristy Ridey says
Living unlocked means not being tied to one cellular company! No contracts! Freedom!
al says
Not being stuck in a lousy contract.
misty d lindsay says
To be free
Seyma Shabbir says
To live UNlocked would be amazing!!! Too many things require contracts that give up your life and choices!
Dawn Monroe says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not have a bunch of silly rules and be under contract. Phone freedom.
Layne Austin says
For me, #livingunlocked means living in the moment without worrying who liked what on facebook!
Elizabeth Ray says
I’m actually soafaid o getting sucked into a plan that I don’t like, or that costs too much that Idon’t have a cll phone yet! #lifeunlocked to me would mean being ableto drag my cheap elf into this cenury! (My friends woul love it if I dd!)
Elizabeth Ray says
I think I realy need a new keyboard. TThat last post was a mess….
Danielle Marie says
for me it means no boundaries and no contracts. total freedom!
Brennae says
#lifeunlocked to me means to be free to take the path to your destiny.
james l. says
Livin how I want to live and playing how i want to play #LiveUnlocked
sandra says
to live free from things that tie you down
Matt Stringham says
it means I have freedom!!
Tiffany Banks says
What does it mean to #LiveUnlocked? Not to be tied down for years in a contract with a certain company!!
greentopiaries says
To me it means no hidden fees! Yay!
Samantha Wagner says
To not have to follow the rules or contract of one certain company for x amount of years.
Madelie del Valle says
‘What does it mean for you to #LiveUnlocked?’ It means having choices. Being able 2 do many different things with one gadget is the way 2 go. Hate looking for things in my bag or forget 2 take it with me when I step out of my house. Yes, freedom!
Katie K says
It means being free from contracts and maybe even unlimited data too!
Megan says
To not be ruled by a contract!
JessicaT says
It means being happy 😊!
Denise Osborn says
To live unlocked is to live with the freedom to be ourselves.
Gene C. says
To #LiveUnlocked definitely means it’s time to toss the contract in the circular file 🙂
Sharon says
To not be tied to one phone company.
Laurie Allen says
Living #liveunlocked means you never have to settle!! You get what you want and what you need. Happy dance!!
Aaron Shapiro says
Being able to control all aspects of my devices. Thanks for this giveaway!
Jenny N says
Freedom to choose the service you want!
Jeff W says
freedom to choose
crystal gibson says
I think it would mean freedom from cell phone contracts.
Jessica Gipson says
Letting go and being free from those nagging contracts, would be the best!
amanda hardesty says
To #LiveUnlocked means not being forced into a place I don’t want to be. Freedom!
Lauren says
To #liveunlocked means being independent and free!
Jorge Granda says
It means many good things to many good people.
Douglas Houston says
To #LiveUnlocked means I can get the best value for my money.
Gregory Snyder says
To #liveunlocked is to live with total freedom. Freedom of choice in carrier. Freedom of terms. Freedom of device. Love freedom!
Megan Marie Evans says
To live unlocked is to be able to move with the military without fear of cancellation fees.
Julie Murphy says
no contracts
Mark Williams says
freedom to do my thing
William Lilley says
i currently own an unlocked nexus 5. best phone ever. root is the only way
Jelly S says
#LiveUnlocked means having a phone that I can move between carriers whenever I want.
Brian W says
To live unlocked means to laugh uncontrollably!
Debbie Loy says
To me #liveunlocked means I can change carriers when I want with no contract.
Merlin M says
To #LiveUnlocked means to have contract free phone (y)
Randi Cook says
#LiveUnlocked means to me not getting stuck in a contract.
carl says
wow
Rebecca O. says
To #LiveUnlocked to me means I can choose the best price and coverage area for my phone use and area. I love it!
mrsshukra says
#liveunlocked means unlimited data for life!
Patrycja Chudziak says
To #LiveUnlocked means having freedom from horrible contracts.
Jeffrey says
To me it means being able to use my device without any restrictions.
Debera Solis says
I have an Alcatel one tough Fierce. I hope this Alcatel is easier to operate.
Samantha says
To live “unlocked” to me is to live unlocked from contracts and live free.
heather kaufman says
It means not being stuck in a contract.
Penny M says
No contracts
klynn says
to not have a contract free home
Betty Rano says
What we all need and love is a unlocked phone..
Hargow Wong says
To #LiveUnlocked means I can switch service providers as often I needed. Plus, I can use the phone during trips to other countries.
Lisa bouch says
#LiveUnlocked would mean freedom for me not to be tied to a cellphone companies decisions.
Jeanna says
To me it means not being tied down with a long contract!
RICHARD SKUSE says
already have a carrier that allows me to have low prices without a contract,
stephanie macdonald says
always being true to yourself no matter what
Tamra H says
Means having the freedom to change cell phone providers when I need to!
paige chandler says
Unlocked to me means I can get my info wherever i am without clunky equipment. Nothing to hold me back.
keith says
I need a new phone as mine is not “smart”
Kelly Nicholson says
Leave a comment below telling us ‘What does it mean for you to #LiveUnlocked?’
frea as a bird baby!
Jennifer Rote says
To me, #LiveUnlocked means to not be a tied down to a cell phone plan.
Carrie Conrad says
It means not being locked down and having the freedom with my phone letting me decide what works best for me.
max lee says
no restrictions or constraints
ELIZABETH C. says
To be able to make my own decisions!
ken ohl says
the freedom to pick and choose and you would like
Stephen Stagray says
Being able to select any carrier and not be locked down to use only there phones.
Rochel S says
No contracts!
ColleenMarie says
I like having options, not being forced to choose something.
jose benavides says
It means not getting those extra fees.
pu ye says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not be a tied down to a cell phone plan
Michelle Levine says
To me #liveunlocked means to live without boundaries.
Daniel Thornton says
It means not having to purchase a plan from a certain company. I could get a plan from any company I
want to.
Callie says
I love no contracts!
Sara says
Living unlocked to me means freedom from anything you don’t want to be a part of.
amora silvers says
heyyy
Sandy Cain says
#LiveUnlocked? It means not being tied into a contract. With a cell phone carrier, with a corporation, with a partner. It means FREEDOM.
kaya aykas says
my first cell was alcatel.it was good phone.
heather s says
It means no contracts and saving money
caroline says
Living unlocked means doing things on your time.
Darlene Carbajal says
To keep my phone with a different service!
Chrystal D says
For me it means NO contracts and reasonable prices while still having great phone service.
Kate says
I would love to have the freedom to change carriers and keep my same phone, so neat!
Robin M says
It means I can use it with my prepaid plan.
Summer B. says
It mean free to be open and no stress.
chris z says
not having a contract
Patricia Delgado says
It means not being tied down to a carrier!
Chris D says
Living life unlocked means not having any apprehensions to me.
Janice L. says
Being contract free!
john hutchens says
Living life #LiveUnlocked mean not being tied to a contract, freedom with my phone choice
Richard Hicks says
For me it means having complete freedom to choose another carrier without losing money
Stephen Alexander says
He who is set free is free indeed!
Tim H says
#LiveUnlocked means I can find the best deal anywhere and change when I need to.
Debbie F says
The freedom to stop the plan if you find sneaky little charges later on when you’ve already committed to the plan.
Thanks!
Amanda Welling says
#LiveUnlocked means to be free to make decisions of your own will.
Valencia says
To me, #LiveUnlocked means I am available to go where the best phone deal is.
Adrienne Gordon says
No contracts
jenny says
it means freedom
Anita Duvall says
To me it means the freedom to choose whatever Carrier you would like and whichever plan you would like to subscribe to.
Brittney House says
It means not to be locked down in a contract and having freedom.
harold says
To me #LiveUnlocked means that I’m not tied to what my phone manufacturer wants me to do with my phone.
adriana says
#LiveUnlocked to me means having a non contract phone with great service.
Deborah W. says
#LiveUnlocked means freedom from commitment to one carrier, one plan, and freedom to choose.
Estelle S says
We switched to prepaid cell phones about two years ago. We #LiveUnlocked because we can get the same service of a contract plan, at the same cost, and have the ability to be flexible about which carrier to use. I love it!
Lisa says
To me, it means the freedom to talk to the ones you care able when you please without limitations.
Megan Zuchowski says
Freedom to call whomever/wherever
Adriane says
It means freedom!
Ann Fantom says
Living #LiveUnlocked gives me the freedom to choose the carrier that I want
Rhonda Tenderholt says
Liveunlocked means to not be tied down to anything! thank you for the great review and giveaway.
Daniel M says
not being tied to a contract
Elizabeth Cyrilla Shaw says
#LiveUnlocked means being able to use my phone anyway I want to.
Margaret Smith says
Living unlocked to me means not having to have a contract.
Amanda Kinder says
#LiveUnlocked means that I’m not tied down to one contract, one service provider.
Tim says
to #LiveUnlocked means that I am free from the walled garden that phone companies like to impose on us.
Liz says
I like having the ability to make changes to my life at a different pace than the one set by a phone company.
Jessica N says
#liveunlocked means I am not forced to buy a new phone if i swt h carriers!!!
Linda Kish says
The freedom to switch providers and plans whenever I want.
denice p says
To live unlocked for me is to be able to make changes in phones when I want to. Not to have a carrier keep me in any way.
Anne says
#LiveUnlocked means freedom. No contract needed.
Melissa Teears says
#LiveUnlocked means to me FREEDOM! So if I want to change my plane I can without having to give up my fabulous phone.
Noreen says
Not being tied down to anything!
Kathy Stevenson says
Living #LifeUnlocked means not being stuck with a contract anymore!
steve weber says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not be a tied down to a cell phone plan.
Colleen Boudreau says
Be open minded and step outside your comfort zone.
Austin Baroudi says
To #Liveunlocked to me means not being tied up in a contract!
LaTanya says
not having a contract
Patricia Caradonna says
To #Liveunlocked means no contracts and freedom!
Sandra Watts says
#LiveUnlocked to me means freedom to use whenever and however I want to.
Kat says
To #LiveUnlocked means I can try out new smartphones and keep my unlimited data plan.
Susan P. says
#LiveUnlocked means you can choose your service provider rather than be locked in to one.
Mary W says
#LiveUnlocked means no contracts, no hassles and freedom to choose your service.
Kelly D says
To #LiveUnlocked means I can contact my friends and family whenever I want to.
Elle says
#liveunlocked means not being bound by a contract.
ginette4 says
For me it means free to change plans anytime with which ever company without being penalized
BlessedTA says
#LiveUnlocked means freedom
Donelle says
#LiveUnlocked is having a device that you want at a reasonable price, with no contracts that cost so much.
kristen visser says
To #LiveUnlocked means not having to be tied to a contract
Allison lesley says
I’d love to #LiveUnlocked because being tied into a phone contract sucks specially when budget gets tight.
jeff arbogast says
Yes because I am not Donald trump
Amanda Sakovitz says
To #LiveUnlocked means not being tied down to a contract.
Elena says
To #LiveUnlocked means to have contract free phone
meagan bs says
I already have a carrier that allows me to have low, fair prices without a contract, and I LOVE it.
Katherine says
Not having to abide by a contract from the big guys
Rowena Hubble says
I dont like the contract. Plans i live in a area that dont get reception with some plans so i dont want to be stuck with a plan i cant use .
Mami2jcn says
To #LiveUnlocked means to not be a tied down to a cell phone plan.
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Lisa Brown says
To #LiveUnlocked means having choice and freedom with my phone.
Steve Oxendine says
No boundaries enforced by these companies! #LiveUnlocked is exactly why I want this phone. I would love to have the freedom and option to choose any provider at anytime. Freedom of choice and freewill to #LiveUnlocked..
jim zahorian says
oh it just means the world to me. whatever.