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Look What I Caught People Doing Around Our Building [PHOTOS]

CJ — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:12:40 +0000

I just took a quick stroll around our building, and look what I found people doing. I can’t believe it’s come to this. Have our smart phones caused us to do disconnect from each other? The reason they exist is to connect us with the world. Due to cell phone technology, we now have the [...]

The History Of Ringtones [VIDEO]

CJ — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 21:59:12 +0000

Ringtones have to be one of the most annoying sounds on the planet, here is the history of those pesky ringtones.

Is Cellphone Use At School A Problem?

Steve Wiley — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 18:15:40 +0000

School officials in Lafayette Parish have confiscated 690 cellphones from 610 students this school year. Comeaux High reportedly had the greatest number, 301 , followed by Lafayette High,169, Carencro High, 138, Acadiana High, 103 and Scott Middle School had 32. Elementary and middle school students aren’t allowed to have cellphones on campus during regular school [...]

Angry Birds, Zombie Takeover, Free – Check Your Cell Bill

CJ — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:49:44 +0000

Angry Birds and Zombie Takeover are free apps right? Then why are there some angry parents? Thanks to tricky in-app purchases, kids are running up huge bills playing supposedly free iPhone and iPad games. While games like Angry Birds and Zombie Takeover can be downloaded for no cost, pop-up messages offering upgrades for a fee [...]

Worst Wireless Carrier Announced

CJ — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:22:22 +0000

A new Consumer Reports survey reveals the best and worst wireless carriers in the country.

Think Using Your Cell Phone Isn't Dangerous?

Steve Wiley — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:10:50 +0000

Every day I see people paying no attention to what they're doing, or what's going on around them. I've been nearly rear-ended at stoplights, and have had people cut me off in traffic. They were almost always fooling with their phones.

Three Out Of Every Four Smartphones Shipped, Not The IPhone

CJ — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 14:50:10 +0000

For the past few month , three out of every four smartphones shipped to customers, was not the new iPhone 5. So what on Earth could be more popular? After all, doesn't life cease to exist if one doesn't have an iPhone?

Your Spouse May Be Spying On You

CJ — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:57:03 +0000

Your spouse may be spying on you. You may think, no way, he/she would never do something like that...better think again.

Injuries To Young Children Up Due To Smartphones

CJ — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 21:09:47 +0000

Injuries to young children are on the rise, and many experts believe it’s at least partially due to parents being distracted by their smartphones. It makes since if you think about it. Think about how much time out of the day we spend checking our phones. Something has to give. We are not as productive [...]

Ever Lost Your Cell Phone?

CJ — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:51:10 +0000

Ever lost your cell phone? There are few things worse than losing your cell phone, especially these days when cell phones are our lifelines to the world. A survey found that almost a third of people have either lost their phone or had it stolen. People in the 18-to-24 age group are the most likely [...]

It's Official — We're Addicted to Our Cell Phones [POLL]

Mike Adams — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:19:51 +0000

Everywhere you go you see people that appear to have their cell phones physically attached to their ears and thumbs for fear that if don’t stay glued to the godforsaken thing they just might miss out on something as important as a Facebook status update or the latest social commentary in the form of a meme.

If you are one of these people, the good news is, you are not alone.

Walking While Texting Is More Dangerous Than You May Think [VIDEOS]

Shauna Wright — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 20:24:16 +0000

We all know about the dangers of texting while driving — but what about texting while walking? It may be funny to see someone so engrossed in a texting session that she stumbles into a mall fountain, but that aside, the practice deemed “distracted walking” can be truly dangerous. According to the Consumer Product Safety [...]

Watch Brad Pitt's Brother in New Virgin Mobile Commercial [VIDEO]

Britt Hayes — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 19:42:25 +0000

Virgin Mobile Australia couldn’t hire Brad Pitt so they did the next best thing — they hired his brother, Doug, the second most-famous Pitt brother. And it’s kind of hilarious. But why hire this totally unknown guy who just happens to be Brad Pitt’s brother? Virgin Mobile explains: Doug’s just a regular guy. He washes [...]

What If Apple Changes All The Cords For The New iPhone?

CJ — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 17:17:02 +0000

What if Apple changes all the cords for the new iPhone? You realize what this means, if they do, the external equipment you've purchased for your current iPhone, even the power cord, won't work with the new one.

Phantom Cellphone Vibration Syndrome Is Real

CJ — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:13:20 +0000

How many times have you thought you felt your phone vibrating in your pocket only to find that it wasn't vibrating at all...this is called Phantom Cellphone Vibration Syndrome. It turns out that the phantom cellphone vibration syndrome is fairly common. If this has ever happened to you, you are not alone.

Robocalling Company Fined a Staggering $65,000 for Badgering Man with Unwanted Calls — Dollars and Sense

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 27 May 2012 13:05:49 +0000

No means no — on a date and when it comes to telemarketing. Auto-dialed, pre-recorded phone calls to cell phones and mobile devices are illegal. That is, unless you actually consent to receiving marketing messages. Despite the fact that it’s against the law, some companies continue to make these robocalls, even when they are told [...]

Who Is Texting Me From 584-97?

JayCee — Sun, 20 May 2012 21:23:56 +0000

I got the first text from 584-97 on March 20 of this year. Here is what the text read: MobibroIQ Fun Facts billed at $9.99/mo. Msg&Data Rates May Apply. Reply HELP for help. Enter UR password on the website to continue: 3489 I ignored the text, mainly because I never want to sign up for [...]

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

Shauna Wright — Thu, 17 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.

Where Are You Most Likely to Lose Your Phone?

Shauna Wright — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 09:36:51 +0000

If you routinely stop for coffee, make sure you have your cell phone with you when you leave. A new study reveals coffee houses are the most likely places to lose a phone or have it stolen — especially if you live in Philadelphia.

Who Is Calling From (312) 765-7460?

JayCee — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:00:32 +0000

Remember a few months ago when we warned you about a possible identity theft phone scam that originated with a phone call from this number,(202) 480-5280? Well it looks like the bad guys are back and they have a new number they are using to get your information. That number is (312) 765-7460.