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6 Things to Consider Before Switching Cell Phone Carriers
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Cell phone carriers aren’t created the same. If you’ve been with your carrier for a while and you’re not happy with the service, it might be time for a change. But although several options are available to you, some cell phone carriers are a better match than others. So before you switch, here’s a look at six things you need to consider. Check coverage maps Just because a cell phone provider offers service in your area doesn’t mean it’s the strongest service. Coverage maps can identify sections of your city or town with 4G LTE service as well as sections without 4G LTE. It also helps to know the network’s closest cell tower to your home or work. You don’t want to get into a service agreement and then discover that you don’t get a strong signal at home. Before switching carriers, ask a friend or relative who has service with the provider to test their cell phone’s signal at your location. If they get a strong signal, you’ll probably be okay, too. But if they get a weak signal, you… Read more

5 Ways Smartphones Can Replace Your Wallet
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Cell phones have improved significantly over the past decade. With the introduction of the smartphone more than 10 years ago, most of us now walk around with a mini computer in our pocket. Smartphones allow us to surf the internet, manage our finances and connect with family and friends. And in a lot of ways, our phones are beginning to replace our wallets. Here are some ways they do so. They eliminate the need for business cards Years ago when you received a business card, you probably stashed it in your wallet until you needed to contact the person. Unless you had a spot for your collection of business cards, they probably took up space in your wallet. Today, cell phones have virtually replaced the need to carry around business cards. Now when you meet someone, you can enter the person’s information into your phone's Contacts. This includes their name, email address, home address and website. You can even take notes on the person to refer back to. Depending on your phone and laptop, your contacts might even sync between… Read more

How to Avoid Cell Phone Insurance Claim Rejections
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Cell phones are expensive devices. And naturally, you want to protect your investment. This is why you purchase a sturdy phone case and a screen protector. Additionally, you might purchase insurance for your cell phone—just in case of an accident or defect. With insurance, you can file a claim and get your phone fixed or replaced if damaged. But while insurance offers a measure of protection, it’s important to understand exactly how it works, to avoid having your claims rejected. Read the fine print Cell phone insurance coverage varies depending on the company providing the insurance. So it’s important to read the fine print of your policy and know exactly what it covers, and what it doesn’t cover. Don’t assume that all policies work the same. Whereas some insurance policies might cover loss or theft, others may only cover accidents and/or defects. Sometimes you can choose between different plans with different coverage options. You’ll pay more for a comprehensive plan, but it is imperative to get adequate coverage. The cheapest policy isn’t always the best. For example, if you get… Read more

Is Your Smartphone Making You Lazy? Here’s What You Can Do
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When you think of everything a smartphone can do, it probably comes as no surprise that many people rely heavily on their devices. Maybe you can relate to this. Our phones have made our lives simpler. But on the other hand, too much reliance can also make us lazy thinkers. In other words, we forget to think for ourselves. This can happen to anyone, but there are ways to protect your brain. Ditch the calculator I remember my middle school math teacher discussing the importance of learning how to compute in our heads. In her words, “you won’t always have a calculator to help you.” As we know today, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Using a smartphone means you always have a calculator at your fingertips, which can be used for difficult and simple math calculations. But while convenient, this also puts us at risk of losing some of our math skills. To illustrate,  I once witnessed a person use a calculator to compute 20% of $20—a calculation that can easily be figured out without a calculator. At… Read more

Tricks to Use Your Cell Phone to Get Into Physical Shape
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Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle tone or increase endurance, getting into shape is easier said than done. The good news is that your cell phone can be a helpful tool for reaching your fitness goals. Here’s how to use your cell phone to get into better physical shape. Watch free workout videos on YouTube YouTube is an excellent place to find a variety of workout videos and burning extra calories. As long as you have access to the Internet, you can exercise without a DVD player and squeeze in a workout—whether it’s five minutes, 10 minutes or 30 minutes. Pull up YouTube videos on your cell phone and get into shape anytime, anyplace. Download workout videos to your phone Browse your app store and download apps that give you access to different workout videos. With the Fitbit app, for example, you can choose from Pilates, cardio, lower body sculpting, arm workouts, ab workouts and more. Several workouts are short, which is perfect for squeezing in activity before work or on your lunch break. Track your daily steps… Read more