Unless you use one for business or are on the road all the time or don't have a computer and internet at home?

I was looking at upgrading my cell phone. I still have a V3c (Razor) from... six or seven years ago?

If I get a smartphone, I have to get an unlimited data plan for $30 per month. That is a requirement with Verizon. On top of that, I have to have a voice plan, the cheapest of which is $40.

a) Why do I have to get unlimited data?

b) How is 450 minutes of voice (costs $40) MORE EXPENSIVE than unlimited data?

c) Given that free internet phone calling is available, why do I have to have a voice plan at all in addition to a data plan?

d) How is it that anyone can spend $70 + fees per month on a cell phone? Seriously. I spend less than that on FOOD.

The devices themselves make sense. They are phone, internet, mp3, video and still cameras all rolled into one, but the cost is INSANE.