Verizon is on my shit list!

Just about two months ago I got a text on my cell from Verizon informing me that my 2 year contract was up.

My phone WAS still in perfect working order so I didn't rush into Verizon to get a new one. My birthday is coming and I figured it would be a good gift from my hubs.

Within the last week however, it has been infuriating me; dropping calls, shutting off, going to speakerphone, just an all-around nuisance. Which brings me to the theory that they only make the phones to last as long as your contract lasts so you HAVE to buy a new one and sign a new deal. Because of this, I will not resign with Verizon - even though they probably all do this. It's just not very eco-minded! If my phone is still working ...why do I need a new one? annoying.