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Is Obama's Net Neutrality a Win for Consumers or Political Posturing?

by Yael Kent on Wednesday, November 12, 2014

On Monday, President Obama sent shockwaves through the internet with his proposal to the FCC regarding the future of net neutrality. Both his written statement and video message regarding the laws governing net neutrality can be seen as a huge win for people who believe the internet should remain open and free.

Appears in: Internet, internet access

Rogers Wireless Launches New Roaming Plan

by Staff on Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Rogers Wireless, a Canadian wireless carrier, responds to the aversion felt by Canadians for data roaming fees by introducing a new US roaming plan called Roam Like Home, which is targeted to subscribers thinking of crossing the border.

Appears in: Cell Phone Plans

Your Guide To Choosing A Smartwatch

by Staff on Friday, November 07, 2014

Smartwatches are not new. A number of smartwatches have been introduced by various mobile manufacturers over the years with limited success. But this year seems like a very good year for smartwatches in general. We have seen lots of new smartwatches being released (or soon to be) in the market. Even Will.i.am (of The Black Eyed Peas) is releasing his own brand of smartwatches.

Appears in: Samsung

Are Gas Prices Dropping For Good?

by Yael Kent on Friday, November 07, 2014

There is reason for optimism and hope when you see gas prices at or even below $3.00 per gallon, but will it last? It is true that the oil prices have dropped significantly in the past month. Prices often fluctuate due to political issues and unrest, and it gives fuel for those individuals that feel it is simply a ploy to placate people before the mid-term elections.

Appears in: Gas Prices

Prepaid Double Data Deals To Check Out

by Staff on Thursday, November 06, 2014

Double data deals are aplenty these days. Indeed, major wireless carriers like AT&T and Verizon Wireless are offering them to their respective customers and to anyone willing to shift to a better deal. Well, who wouldn't be interested in a plan that offers twice the data?

Appears in: AT&T, Boost Mobile, Cricket Wireless, prepaid, prepaid cell phone plan, Prepaid Cell Phone Plans, Prepaid Plans, smartphone, Smartphones, sprint, t-mobile

Your Guide To Understanding AT&T Next Plans

by Staff on Wednesday, November 05, 2014

Availing of early upgrade programs seem to be the "in" thing to do these days. With these programs, customers get to upgrade to a new smartphone sooner than the regular two-year cycle allowed in most contracts.

Appears in: AT&T, Cell Phone Plans

HTC Launches Hot Deals Program

by Staff on Tuesday, November 04, 2014

It appears that HTC is jumpstarting the holiday season. Starting today, HTC is launching its Hot Deals program, a promo that will allow customers to purchase an HTC device for a discounted price.

Appears in: deals, Holidays, Mobile, Special Offers

Is the US Paying More for Internet?

by Yael Kent on Tuesday, November 04, 2014

When it comes to Internet service, consumers in the United States pay a much higher cost than other countries. The problem is that despite the astronomical rates, the service is much slower in the US than what can be found internationally. However, some small towns are looking to bring about a change.

Appears in: Internet, internet service

Google Nexus 9 Now Available For Purchase

Google’s Nexus 9 Now Available For Purchase

by Staff on Monday, November 03, 2014

The wait is over. Google's latest tablet offering, the Nexus 9, has finally been made available on the Google Play Store. The device is priced at $399 for the 16 gigabyte Wi-Fi edition and $479 for the 32 gigabyte Wi-Fi edition. Two business days is allowed for shipping time.

Appears in: android

Blackberry’s BBM Now Has Message Retraction And Timed Messages

by Staff on Sunday, November 02, 2014

Blackberry recently introduced an improved version of the BlackBerry Messenger (BBM), the instant messenger and videotelephony app built in BlackBerry devices. The updated BBM now comes with new features that include message retraction, timed messages, and HD picture transfer, just to name a few.

Appears in: blackberry, Cell Phone, Cell Phones, smartphone, Smartphones, text message, text messaging

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