[dkreifus]

I was overpaying for a crap phone. Obviously I just learned my lesson. But the Verizon rep agreed to send me a replacement battery. I'm going to call back and see if I can get them to undo the insurance removal.

I wouldn't want an upgraded device, as they all require data plans, which I don't want.
Being that this was my 3rd replacement, the guy saw its only been a few months and had sympathy on me. I had to slightly argue that the 'refurb' phone could have damaged my battery, but he agreed and sent it right out.