Helium Mobile launched the "nation's first free phone plan" that gets you 5G data, voice, and texts for $0 - here's how to get it.

Rent is too darn high, groceries are through the roof, and taxes never quit, but at least you can get a 5G cell phone plan without paying a dime. Helium Mobile, operating on the T-Mobile network, just announced what it calls the "world's first free 5G plan," raising the obvious question: what's the catch?

It's Helium's free plan that's likely to draw the most attention, as 3GB of data is a pretty sizable chunk to offer customers without requiring a monthly payment. TextNow offers a free monthly for anyone who buys one its SIM cards, and that includes unlimited talk and text. But free data is limited to email, maps and ride-sharing services.

Helium Mobile opened the waitlist for its totally free 5G mobile phone plan with 3GB of data, 300 texts and 100 minutes of calls per month.

A first-of-its-kind 5G network powered by individuals has launched today in the U.S. offering consumers free 5G wireless service. Helium Mobile's Zero Plan offers users 3GB of data, 300 texts, and 100 minutes of phone calls each month for the low,