After feeling the pressure from law enforcement officials from many municipalities, Apple became the first major cell phone manufacturer to incorporate an anti-theft function (activation lock) in its operating system (OS). You may remember that I commented on the cell phone manufacturers and wireless providers resistance to help reduce cell phone theft (Opinion: Why Won’t …
Soon after the 5.9 magnitude earthquake on the east coast (epicenter at Mineral, Virginia) a few weeks ago, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) asked cell phone users in the earthquake region to use text messaging and email, instead of making voice calls, when contacting love ones to let them know they were OK. As …
Jacqueline G.: I am wrestling with the question of what kind of iPhone to purchase. There is a $50 version and a $200 version I am debating between. Currently I have an Assurance phone and Ive maxed out the amount Im spending a month on it and it doesnt make sense to keep it. Answer: …
Loralee H.: I’m in a telecommunications dilemma. I need a cell phone with a data package, a land line, 1000 long distance minutes and high speed internet. I live in Canada and my telecommunications expense is higher than my car payment. Answer: I am not familiar with the telecommunications market in Canada. However if the …
As warmer weather and summer approaches, you are probably planning more outdoor activities. You may be going on summer vacations or visiting theme parks, and your kids may be attending summer camps. Along with all these activities, you will be taking pictures with cameras. Taking pictures of these activities seem to go “hand in hand”. …