But the real game-changer is the ability to use apps like Gmail, Google Maps, and Uber for free over TextNow’s cellular signal.

To get started with TextNow's free and flexible phone service, customers can download TextNow from the Play Store or App Store, sign up for an account, and order a SIM card right from the app.

TextNow is also unveiling flexible video calling that allows users to start high quality video calls with anyone - even if they don’t have the TextNow app.

For a limited time, TextNow is offering new customers a free wireless plan until 2019 - including its $40/month unlimited voice, text, and data plan - with the purchase of any refurbished ...