Ok, I’ve had a Koodo plan since 2019 when I got my first cell phone at the age of 54. I was gifted the phone, so I brought my own. As a disabled senior, I don’t need much of a plan since I don’t leave the house much and only make a few short calls per month, so a low cost fixed fee works best for me as I use the wifi in the home. 

Currently I have a Pixel 4a and the battery is dying fast. I know I need to upgrade but I’m confused as to how the whole Tab thing works in the sense that… if I am now not bringing my own phone but possibly buying one through Koodo (aside from the monthly Tab cost of the new phone), will that change the current plan I’m on or can that stay the same?

Another question I have is I’m noticing that some phones are 5g, do they have to be matched to a 5g plan to be able to be used, or does it matter? I don’t think I have a use for 5g but don’t understand enough to make an educated decision.

Can I use the same phone number and the same SIM card?

Finally, if anyone has any recommendations that don’t break the bank they would be much appreciated. I know to avoid the Pixel 6a but the 7 and 8 series look decent though I hear they still get too hot (noticeable issue with the 4a). I prefer to stick with an Android phone. A decent camera is important to me as I take a lot of photographs. A decent battery life is important as 90% of the day I’m listening to live streams, watching vids or playing mobile games. 

Thanks in advance!