Can this device be used on wifi for internet searches and apps WITHOUT having it activated?
I'm considering it as a replacement for my old Galaxy Player, which was essentially a cellphone with no phone capability. It'll be a great deal if it will work right out of the box on wifi, but not so much a deal if I need to pay Verizon to have it activated.
Yes, you can use it as a WiFi device only and without having it activated.
I got this from BBuy and I use it as a WiFi device only. Great as a music (MP3/FLAC) player, watch streaming movies (Netflix),as a mobile security video monitor. I also brought a protective case for my Moto G (see pix).
Little bloatware. Pure Android / 4.4.4. I disabled all non-essential installed Google programs - great battery life (run several days w/o re-charging).