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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "Does%20the%20Boost%20Mobile%2025%24%20unlimuted%20plan%20allow%20calls%20to%20Mexico%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "The $25 Boost Mobile \u201cUnlimited\u201d plan *does* include some calling benefits related to Mexico, but there are limitations. Here's what the plan offers and what it doesn\u2019t:\n\n---\n\n### \u2705 What the $25 plan includes\n\n- **Unlimited domestic talk & text** within the U.S. ([my.boostmobile.com](https://my.boostmobile.com/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n- It comes with **North America Connect**, which includes **unlimited talk and text from the U.S. to Mexico and Canada**. ([my.boostmobile.com](https://my.boostmobile.com/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n- It also includes **5 GB of roaming data** to use while in Mexico or Canada. ([my.boostmobile.com](https://my.boostmobile.com/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### \u26a0\ufe0f What the plan does *not* include (or what to watch out for)\n\n- The plan does *not* offer unlimited data roaming in Mexico/Canada\u2014only 5 GB. Once that\u2019s used up, normal data roaming rates or restrictions apply. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Global Talk & Text** (for calling internationally beyond the U.S., Canada, and Mexico) is **not included** by default on this plan; it's an add-on or part of higher-tier plans. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/global-talk-text?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### \ud83d\udd0d Bottom line\n\nYes \u2014 the $25 Boost Mobile Unlimited plan *does allow calls to Mexico* (from the U.S.), along with texting, under the North America Connect feature. But it *doesn\u2019t* include fully unlimited calling or texting globally, or unlimited data roaming in Mexico. If you need those, you'll need to either upgrade the plan or add international calling/dialing & roaming features.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can check for your specific location or phone model in case there are small local variations."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "i%20live%20in%20chicago%20but%20call%20mexco%20as%20i%20have%20family%20there.%20will%20it%20work%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "If you live in Chicago and you call family in Mexico from the U.S., here\u2019s what you need to know about Boost Mobile\u2019s $25 Unlimited plan and how international calling works:\n\n---\n\n### What the $25 Unlimited plan includes  \n- It gives you **unlimited talk, text, and data** in the U.S. (subject to 30 GB of high-speed data per month before speeds might be slowed). ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n- By default, the **North America Connect** add-on isn\u2019t included in the $25 plan\u2014you have to add it separately for an additional charge. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### Calling Mexico from the U.S. with the plan\n\nSince calling Mexico counts as an *international* call (from the U.S. to another country), here\u2019s how it works:\n\n- To have **unlimited calling/texting to Mexico from the U.S.**, you need the *North America Connect* add-on. This feature gives unlimited talk & text **from the U.S. to Mexico and Canada**. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai))  \n- Without that add-on, your ability to call Mexico would be limited by what Boost includes by default, which *does not* include unlimited international calls. In that case, you would either have to pay per-minute international rates or use another feature like the *Global Talk & Text* add-on. But note, Global Talk & Text covers more countries and is also extra unless your plan includes it. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/global-talk-text?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### Final answer\n\nIf you\u2019re on the $25 Unlimited plan **without** adding North America Connect, then **no**, you won\u2019t get unlimited calling to Mexico\u2014you\u2019ll be charged international rates.  \n\nIf you **do** add North America Connect, then **yes**, you can call Mexico from Chicago as part of unlimited talk & text to Mexico/Canada.\n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can pull up the current cost of adding North America Connect for your account, so you can see exactly what you'd pay."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "so%2C%20can%20you%20give%20me%20a%20rundown%20of%20what%20my%2025%24%20plan%20all%20includes"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s a detailed run-down of what Boost Mobile\u2019s **$25/month Unlimited plan** includes, based on the most up-to-date info as of mid-July 2026. ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### What **is** included\n\n| Feature | Details |\n|---------|---------|\n| Talk & Text (USA) | Unlimited within the United States ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Data (USA) | Unlimited data; you get **30 GB of premium/high-speed data** per billing cycle. After that, speeds may be reduced for the rest of the month ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/plans/affordable-phone-plan?msockid=1484c2f6856a6c802743d41484ab6d60&utm_source=openai)) |\n| Network | Access to 5G (where available) and includes coverage on a reliable nationwide network ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai)) |\n| AutoPay discount | $5/month off when you use AutoPay; without it, the price rises to about $30/month ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/plan-guide?utm_source=openai)) |\n| No contract | Month-to-month. You\u2019re not locked into long contracts unless you finance a device ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/plans/affordable-phone-plan?msockid=1484c2f6856a6c802743d41484ab6d60&utm_source=openai)) |\n| Bring Your Own Phone (BYOD) | You can use your unlocked, compatible device with this plan ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/plans?msockid=29b0e9abfe6a6a442386ff42ffea6b00&utm_source=openai)) |\n| 30-Day Guarantee | Boost offers a 30-day money-back guarantee to try out services risk-free (for this plan) ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/plans/affordable-phone-plan?msockid=1484c2f6856a6c802743d41484ab6d60&utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n### What **isn\u2019t** included (or are optional/add-ons)\n\n| Feature | Status / Additional Cost |\n|---------|----------------------------|\n| Unlimited high-speed data forever | No. After **30 GB/month** of premium data, speeds may be reduced to ~512 kbps for the remainder of the cycle. ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Mobile hotspot | *Not included* in the base $25 plan. To get hotspot, you\u2019ll need to upgrade to a higher tier (like Unlimited+ or Unlimited Premium) or add the **Hotspot add-on** (~$10/mo) if available. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/add-on-guide?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Calls/texts to Mexico/Canada / roaming there | Not included automatically\u2014requires the **North America Connect** add-on (~$10/mo) which gives you unlimited US\u2192Mexico/Canada talk & text, roaming usage, and 5 GB of roaming data. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Global features | If you need calling or texting to countries beyond Mexico/Canada (or global data roaming), you\u2019ll need add-ons like **Global Talk & Text** or **Global Roaming**, each costing around $10/mo. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/add-on-guide?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n### Tips & How to Customize\n\n- If you regularly call Mexico, the **North America Connect** add-on is your best bet. It costs about $10/mo. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai))  \n- If you occasionally use a hotspot, it might be cheaper to temporarily add hotspot service than to upgrade your whole plan. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/add-on-guide?utm_source=openai))  \n- Always enable data roaming in your phone\u2019s settings when you\u2019re in Mexico or Canada\u2014otherwise, roaming data (even if included via add-ons) won\u2019t work. ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/docs/north-america-connect?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can check exactly how much it\u2019ll cost to add North America Connect to your plan (or any other add-on you care about), so you can see your total monthly bill."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes.%20How%20much%20will%20it%20cost%20to%20add%20North%20America%20connect%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "To add the **North America Connect** feature to your $25 Boost Mobile plan, it costs **$10/month**. ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/add-ons/north-america-connect?msockid=0b9eaec249686ffe146ab827482c6e75&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nHere\u2019s a summary of what you get with North America Connect:\n\n- Unlimited talk & text **from** the U.S. **to** Mexico and Canada. ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/add-ons/north-america-connect?msockid=0b9eaec249686ffe146ab827482c6e75&utm_source=openai))  \n- Unlimited talk & text **within** North America (while roaming in Mexico or Canada) ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/add-ons/north-america-connect?msockid=0b9eaec249686ffe146ab827482c6e75&utm_source=openai))  \n- **5 GB of data roaming** in Mexico & Canada. ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/add-ons/north-america-connect?msockid=0b9eaec249686ffe146ab827482c6e75&utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can estimate what your total monthly cost would be with taxes and other fees included (since those can add up)."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes%20please"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s a breakdown of what your total monthly cost *might* look like if you add **North America Connect** ($10/month) to the $25 Boost Mobile plan, including estimates for taxes and fees in Illinois/Chicago:\n\n---\n\n## Base charges\n\n| Item | Base Cost |\n|---|---|\n| $25 plan with AutoPay | $25.00 ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai)) |\n| North America Connect add-on | + $10.00 ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/add-ons/north-america-connect?msockid=0b9eaec249686ffe146ab827482c6e75&utm_source=openai)) |\n| \u2014 | **Subtotal before taxes & fees**: $35.00 |\n\n---\n\n## What kinds of taxes & fees you\u2019ll see\n\nBoost applies several taxes and fees that vary depending on your location. These can include:  \n\n- Sales & Use Tax  \n- 911 / E911 charge  \n- Regulatory Cost Recovery Fee  \n- Communication Services Tax  \n- State / Local Universal Service surcharges  \n- Special district taxes (transportation, local jurisdictions) ([help.boostmobile.com](https://help.boostmobile.com/Or/docs/taxes-fees?utm_source=openai))  \n\nBoost says: *Monthly fee includes unlimited talk, text & data, and does **not** include taxes, regulatory fees or surcharges.* ([boostmobile.com](https://www.boostmobile.com/content/dam/harmony/us/en/docs/UnlimitedTerms8.21.25.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Estimated final monthly total (for Chicago / Illinois)\n\nTax rates for wireless phone service in Illinois/Chicago are usually around **6%\u201311%** of the service cost, depending on the exact location and additional fees/district taxes. Here\u2019s a rough estimate:\n\n| Tax / Fee Type | Approx % | Approx $ on $35 Bill |\n|---|---|---|\n| State-level sales & local taxes | ~8% | ~$2.80 |\n| Regulatory & federal fees | small fixed amount (.50\u2013$1.50) | ~$1.00 |\n| E911 / emergency services / telecom specific surcharges | ~1\u20132% or fixed | ~$0.75 |\n\nPutting that together:\n\n- On $35, expect ~$**4\u20135** in taxes & fees *at minimum*  \n- Could be more if there are additional local district or city surcharges\n\n---\n\n## Estimated total you\u2019ll actually pay\n\n| Scenario | Estimated Total |\n|---|------------------|\n| Minimum tax/fees (cheap area) | ~$**39\u201340/month** |\n| Chicago area typical (moderate taxes & fees) | ~$**41\u201343/month** |\n| If there are extra district/municipal taxes | Possibly up to ~$**45/month** or more |\n\n---\n\nIf you want a more precise estimate, tell me your ZIP code in Chicago (or neighborhood) and I can pull up the exact tax rate."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "60651"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s what I found specific to ZIP code 60651 (Chicago) to help estimate your Boost Mobile bill more accurately with all taxes and fees included.\n\n---\n\n## Key Tax Rates for Illinois & Chicago\n\n- Effective **July 1, 2025**, Illinois\u2019 state telecommunications excise tax increased from **7%** to **8.65%** to fund the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ([tax.illinois.gov](https://tax.illinois.gov/research/publications/bulletins/fy-2025-26.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- Chicago also has a **municipal telecommunications tax** on top of the state rate. For many municipalities outside Chicago, this local rate can go up to **6%**, but Chicago\u2019s rate is distinct and set via ordinance. ([tax.illinois.gov](https://tax.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/tax/research/publications/bulletins/documents/2026/fy-2026-05.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n- The **Prepaid Wireless E911 Surcharge** for Chicago is **9%** for prepaid wireless telecommunications services. ([taxarchive.illinois.gov](https://taxarchive.illinois.gov/research/dated-publications/informational-bulletins-archive/fy-2025-05.html?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## Estimate of Taxes & Fees on a $35 Plan in ZIP 60651\n\nYou\u2019re paying **$25 for the base plan** + **$10 for North America Connect** = **$35** before taxes & fees.\n\nHere\u2019s a rough tax breakdown:\n\n| Fee / Tax Item | Approx % or Amount | Estimated on $35 |\n|----------------|----------------------|--------------------|\n| State excise tax (8.65%) | 0.0865 \u00d7 $35 \u2248 **$3.03** |\n| Local municipal telecom tax (Chicago rate\u2014likely at or near max) | ~5.5%\u20136.5% depending on the specific local ordinance. Using **6%** as a working estimate: **$2.10** |\n| Federal Universal Service / Regulatory Cost Recovery / other federal taxes/fees | Usually modest, likely around **$1.25\u2013$1.75** (depends on provider) |\n| E911 surcharge / emergency service fees | May be a fixed charge or ~1-2%; estimate **$0.75\u2013$1.25** |\n\n---\n\n## Total Estimated Monthly Bill for 60651\n\nPutting it all together:\n\n- **Base + North America Connect**: $35.00  \n- **Estimated Taxes & Fees**: $**7.00\u2013$8.50**  \n\n**Estimated Total**: **$42\u2013$44/month**\n\nIf Chicago\u2019s local rate is less aggressive in your exact address, or some fees are fixed (not percentage), your total might fall a bit below that range. But expect to pay in the low-forties rather than just $35.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can pull up the **exact municipal telecom tax rate for 60651** using the Illinois Department of Revenue\u2019s Tax Rate Finder to get a precise number."
    }
]