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Can I preview a ringtone before I download it?

Of course! Just click on the "Play" button to listen to a preview of any of our ringtones. You can listen to the ringtone as much as you want before you download it. Just click the "Get It" button to get the tone!...

How do I find the ringtone/graphic/game/video I'm looking for?

If you're looking for something specific, try typing in the name of the song/artist/game/movie/photo you are looking for in the search box at the top of every page...

How do I get my bonus ringtones?

You automatically get your 10 Bonus Credits when you sign up!  With a Thumbplay Membership, you receive a total of 10 credits per month. As a first time member, Thumbplay applies 10 additional (Bonus) credits to your account. That's a total of 20 credits that can be used for any of our Ringtones, Videos, Games and Wallpapers. Remember, credits do not carry over so be sure to use them all....

Will it work on my phone?

Poly ringtones and wallpapers will work on most phones. You must have an Internet-enabled mobile phone with data services enabled. If you're not certain whether your phone is Internet-enabled, please call your wireless carrier for more help. Alltel: 1-800-255-8351 AT&T: 1-800-331-0500 Sprint: 1-888-211-4727 SunCom: 1-800-786-7378 T-Mobile: 1-800-937-8997 Verizon: 1-800-256-4646...

How do I download ringtones or other mobile content?

Choose: Select Your Ringtone or Mobile Content from Thumbplay.com Click: Get It Check Your Phone: Thumbplay Sends Your Selection to Your Phone...

Which carriers support Thumbplay services?

Your wireless service must be through Alltel, AT&T, Dobson, Nextel, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless. Currently, customers with prepaid wireless accounts cannot subscribe to our text alerts....

How do I sign up?

Look around Thumbplay.com for a ringtone, wallpaper, game, or animation you want (we have over 53,000 to choose from). Click the "Get It" button and follow the instructions to get your product!How do I block a minor from signing up for an account?Visit the Parental Controls link at Thumbplay to block a phone number for being used to sign up for Thumbplay....

What do I get?

Thumbplay Member BenefitsAs a Thumbplay member, you get 20 credits in your first month, and 10 credits per month for every month thereafter.  Ringtones and Videos generally cost only 1 credit, while games are 3 credits.  See the dull pricing chart on the Thumbplay site....

How can I get a ringtone on my phone?

There are two ways in which to download ring-tones and other multimedia content to your phone. You can download ring-tones directly to your phone. You can purchase a compatible data cable and software for your specific phone make and model.   ...

Why does Thumbplay appear when I try to purchase a game or ringtone from your site?

The reason this is happening is because we use Thumbplay for customers who are wanting to purchase games and ring tones.  As a partner of our site, we are able to offer you a larger selection of downloads from Thumbplay.  ...


Latest Videos & Reviews

Check out the latest cell phone videos and in-depth reviews from Noah and our other expert editors
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New & coming soon phones

Hot off the presses... here's what's available now and expected to come to market soon!
  • Motorola Hint QA30
    Motorola Hint QA30Carrier: Alltel
    Retail Price:$299.99
    Contract Price:$99.99
    Hot Feature: Slider with full QWERTY
  • HTC Touch Pro CDMA
    HTC Touch Pro CDMACarrier: Verizon
    Retail Price:$539.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$349.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: Touchscreen+ Full QWERTY
  • Samsung Omnia i910
    Samsung Omnia i910Carrier: Verizon
    Retail Price:$ TBD
    Contract Price:$249.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: Full Touchscreen + 5MP Cam
  • BlackBerry Storm
    BlackBerry StormCarrier: Verizon
    Retail Price:$519.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$199.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: "SurePress" Touchscreen
  • Samsung Renown SCH u810
    Samsung Renown SCH u810Carrier: Verizon
    Retail Price:$349.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$179.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: 2.0 MP camera
  • LG Incite
    LG InciteCarrier: AT&T
    Retail Price: $499.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$299.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: LG's 1st US Smartphone
  • Samsung Gravity T459 Lime
    Samsung Gravity T459 LimeCarrier: Tmobile
    Retail Price: TBD or via ebay
    Contract Price: 49.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: Full QWERTY
  • Samsung Eternity a867
    Samsung Eternity a867Carrier: AT&T
    Retail Price:$369.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$149.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: Full Touch Screen + Mobile TV
  • Samsung Saga SCH i770
    Samsung Saga SCH i770Carrier: Verizon
    Retail Price:$389.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price:$199.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature: Touch Screen + QWERTY
  • LG Swift Blue
    LG Swift BlueCarrier: Alltel
    Retail Price: $229.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price: $49.99 or via Let's Talk
    Hot Feature " Fastap Keypad "

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    CyberMonday goodies for Sprint customers

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