Sidekick data plan

Without the data plan, you can only use the calling and texting on the Sidekicks. With the data plan, you'll be able to use the email, Instant messengers, and internet.
You're required to purchase to data plan. There is no way out. Without it, it pretty much makes the sidekick pointless. The data plan is your internet, email, ims, etc. it’s an additional 20 bucks per month.