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always use the word 'emergency'
you need it for emergency- in case
you end up in a situation, where you need
the phone to contact them orr tell them
it will better for them- to keep intouch
with you whilst your out.

Hello

Just tell them that why you need a phone. Tell them the advantages of phone and that you dont want a phone for miss use and that it is your necessity. And also try to find out that why dont they bought a phone for you.

hope it helps

Hi,
would stress the fact that you are more than responsible enough to handle one by now. Tell them that you are different than your friends in the aspect that you won't go over the line or break the rules given with the phone. Parents are the most afraid of the bill that comes with their kids having a cell. Reassure them that it won't happen (running up a large bill) and if it does they can take it back and you won't mention it again. Make sure that you fully understand your limitations so there is no misunderstandings as well. But then it will be your responsibility to keep that promise if you want to keep your phone.
Hope it helps

always use the word 'emergency'
you need it for emergency- in case
you end up in a situation, where you need
the phone to contact them orr tell them
it will better for them- to keep intouch
with you whilst your out.