Virgin Mobile USA is making a big push to move in on Boost Mobile’s territory. The other day I noticed that Virgin Mobile has announced a $49.99 unlimited plan… and the plan comes complete with no roaming charges to boot. Unlimited text and messaging is an option for another $10/mth (great if you do a lot of messaging).
In a move that was undoubtedly made to rival Boost's $50 per month unlimited plan, Virgin Mobile has announced a $49.99 Unlimited Plan with zero roaming charges. Said plan will be available for talkative individuals starting on April 15th, though you should know that unlimited texting will run you an additional $10 per month -- something that Boost includes at no additional charge. Unique to VM's option, however, is the automaker-like "Pink Slip Protection," which offers to pay mobile bills for up to three months if you lose your job (and meet lots of requirements, of course). In related news, the operator is also introducing a new suite of "Texter's Delight" plans, obviously aimed at consumers who don't even understand that they can "speak" into their phone and "hear" other voices from the top.

Worth noting here is the fact that Boost Mobile already includes unlimited text and messaging in their plan. Score one for Boost there. On Virgin Mobile’s side, they’re offering their ‘Pink Slip Protection’, which will cover your bill for up to three months if you lose employment. Score one for Virgin Mobile there.