Reading Time: 5 minutesThere is no government program that gives away free Google Pixel phones. The US government does not hand out Pixel devices directly. The only active federal assistance program is Lifeline which helps eligible low income households with phone or internet

Reading Time: 8 minutesThere are several carriers that offer free phones when you switch but the best deal depends on how you plan to use your service. Major postpaid carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon usually provide the latest iPhones and Samsung Galaxy

Reading Time: 4 minutesYou can get a free tablet in the US but not everyone qualifies. There is no nationwide federal program that guarantees a completely free tablet. However, eligible individuals can still receive a discounted or low-cost tablet through Lifeline providers, nonprofit

Reading Time: 5 minutesYou can get free government hotspot devices via Project 10Million, Lifeline programs and Public Libraries & Nonprofits entities. However, it’s quite rare to get standalone hotspot devices and there are only three providers that offer it. But rest offers free

Reading Time: 5 minutesYes, you can get a free government Apple iPad but not directly from the US government. It comes to you indirectly via assistance programs, non profit donation or career promotions. These are all legitimate ways to get an iPad at

Reading Time: 9 minutesIf you are a mom balancing a busy household or a grandpa and granny managing your life routine, then the phone could be a lifesaver for you. It’s how you check on your WIC benefits, talk to your child’s doctor,

Reading Time: 11 minutesYes, you may be able to get an iPhone for $0 through a Lifeline provider in 2026. But the federal government does not run a program that promises every eligible household a free iPhone. That difference matters. Lifeline helps pay

Reading Time: 11 minutesIf you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you can qualify for the federal Lifeline program. Lifeline can lower the cost of phone or internet service. Some wireless companies also offer eligible Lifeline customers a free or low-cost smartphone. That is

Reading Time: 13 minutesStandUp Wireless offers a $0 monthly Lifeline phone plan to eligible customers in supported areas. The current nationwide offer includes: 1,000 talk minutes Unlimited texts 4.5GB of data 5G network access Mobile hotspot use Wi-Fi calling No monthly contract You

Reading Time: 10 minutesCan you get a free phone with Medicaid? You may be able to. Medicaid is one of the programs that can qualify you for the federal Lifeline benefit. But there is an important difference. Medicaid does not give you a

Reading Time: 10 minutesAirTalk Wireless is one option for people who qualify for the federal Lifeline program. The company offers $0 monthly Lifeline plans in many areas. Some new customers may also get a free or low-cost smartphone. AirTalk stands out because it

Reading Time: 8 minutesA phone can help you stay connected in 2026. You can use it to look for work, call a doctor, check your benefits, use maps, contact family, and reach help in an emergency. If you get SNAP benefits, you may