I personally think it is a good thing. Now they are so affordable that every child and every pensioner will be able to own one for emergencies at least.
Well if they can afford 6 phones, why couldn't they get condoms?
Sorry, in a flippant mood after just reading a stupid post on here (not this one!), and yes, I do think it's a good idea. People like me only use mobiles for emergencies, and tho we pay a higher rate per call, that isn't really relevant at the time.