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Americans Have Spent a Ridiculous $5.9 Billion Fixing Their iPhones

Mike Adams — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:33:05 +0000

People sure do love their iPhones, but they also can't seem to stop dropping them—good news for the booming iPhone-repair business. In fact, a recent accident survey by SquareTrade found that the American population has spent nearly $5.9 billion fixing their damaged phones since the first device hit the market in 2007.

Running Late to Work? It May Not Matter

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:00:59 +0000

If you were a little late to the office this morning, you may not need to stress about it too much.

A new study indicates a lot of bosses are so sure that employees are working and checking emails before they come in that clock-watching is swiftly becoming a thing of the past.

Smartphones Are the Chic New Way to Keep Babies Quiet

Shauna Wright — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 22:00:30 +0000

In years past, parents would often quiet a crying child by giving him a toy or popping a pacifier in his mouth. But these days, it’s more likely that fussy kid will wind up with mom’s cell phone instead.

Take a Break! Study Reveals People Spend Too Much Time Working on Their Cell Phones

Shauna Wright — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 18:30:52 +0000

We already know the majority of us with jobs work more than the standard 40 hours per week. And one of the causes of those long hours could be in your hand right now: your cell phone.

Dear Verizon – Your New Data Plan Policy is Stupid

Joe Russo — Tue, 22 May 2012 10:00:54 +0000

Last year, Verizon Wireless decided to charge extra for using more than 2 GB's of data on your smart phone. Luckily, I was grandfathered into the unlimited data plan and wasn't affected. That's about to change as Verizon begins converting grandfathered users into the more expensive alternative once they upgrade their phones.

Verizon Wireless Will Soon Phase Out Unlimited Data Plans — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Sat, 19 May 2012 16:57:52 +0000

If you’re a Verizon Wireless customer who was grandfathered in with an unlimited data plan after the company eliminated the option for new customers, enjoy it while it lasts — the company will be moving you to a tiered plan soon.