Verizon's Grandfathered Unlimited Data Plan Ending

Seeded on Thu May 17, 2012 1:32 PM EDT ()

Thinking of upgrading your unlimited 3G service to 4G LTE in the near future? Well you better do it sooner rather than later!

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Cash for Phones? How About Cash for Tablets?

Seeded on Tue May 15, 2012 2:58 PM EDT ()

We just has a major overhaul on our trade-in page, making it easier to find your device and get a quote. But how about tablets?

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911 Text Help Service Almost Ready to Launch on Verizon

Seeded on Mon May 7, 2012 10:55 AM EDT ()

Text 911 for help! This may be the norm by next year thanks to Verizon, Telecommunications Systems and the FCC

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Oh No Nokia! Samsung takes the Lead in Cellphone Market

Seeded on Thu May 3, 2012 2:12 PM EDT ()

Nokia just lost their number 1 slot in the cellphone market with Samsung claiming the lead! Will Nokia come back strong or is it's Samsung's game now?

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When Will You Need a New Phone Scenario 13 Ninjas

Seeded on Thu May 3, 2012 2:05 PM EDT (YouTube)

You never know when you will need your next cell phone. This episode features Ninjas.Stay tuned for biweekly scenario updates from TheBlueDot on when you may least expectedly need a new cell phone.

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PRO/CON VIEW: Should needy people get free cell phones? Read more: http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/opinions/editorials/article/PRO-CON-VIEW-Should-needy-people-get-free-cell-3498610.php#ixzz1ssSchyGJ

Seeded on Mon Apr 23, 2012 11:29 AM EDT ()

Pros and cons on giving the needy free phones.

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Free Cell Phones for the Needy

Seeded on Mon Apr 23, 2012 11:24 AM EDT ()

Texas and some Wireless providers are handing out cellphones with basic plans for free for the needy. How does it work and does it have a benefit?

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3G vs 4G Smart Phones

Seeded on Tue Apr 17, 2012 3:30 PM EDT ()

You've heard of 3g and 4g before, probably a lot, but what does 3g and 4g really mean?

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Best GPS Apps and Add-ons

Seeded on Thu Apr 12, 2012 3:14 PM EDT ()

With the age of smart phones we also have the age is built in GPS navigation. But which are the best, or even worth using?

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Turn Your Smart Phone into a Dash Cam

Seeded on Tue Apr 3, 2012 12:29 PM EDT ()

You can never be too safe when it comes to driving. Dailyroads voyager can help with those possible future headaches and worries!

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Dropcam HD WiFi monitoring camera now shipping for $149

Seeded on Tue Apr 3, 2012 11:44 AM EDT (Engadget)

Home security has never been so affordable and so versatile!

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The Death of Landlines?

Seeded on Mon Mar 26, 2012 4:45 PM EDT ()

More and more people have cellphones, so are landlines on the way out? Do we really need them anymore?

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Anti-Theft Cell Phone Tips

Seeded on Mon Mar 19, 2012 2:25 PM EDT ()

Cell Phone theft is on the rise and we here at TheBlueDot have some tips on how to avoid it!

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How to Update your Used Android Phone's Firmware

Seeded on Thu Mar 15, 2012 9:46 AM EDT ()

Want your Android phone to be the best it can be? Here's how to update the software on your cell phone and keep it in tip top shape!

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Used Cell Phones That Hold Their Value the Longest

Seeded on Mon Mar 12, 2012 1:17 PM EDT ()

You always want to sell your used cell phone asap for cash, but some phones last a bit longer than ever. So what phones are they?

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Meet the Winner of March's ResellerRatings.com Contest!

Seeded on Tue Mar 6, 2012 9:36 AM EST ()

Meet the resellerratings.com contest winner for this month here at TheBlueDot!

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How to Get the Most Life Out of Your Battery

Seeded on Thu Mar 1, 2012 3:13 PM EST ()

Not all batteries are created equal, so here are some helpful tips to help keep that battery juice flowing!

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What Does the Future Hold for Smart Phones?

Seeded on Tue Feb 28, 2012 8:22 AM EST ()

technology is advancing faster and faster! TheBlueDot takes a look at our possible future in tech.

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TheBlueDot Casio Commando Review

Seeded on Thu Feb 23, 2012 10:24 AM EST (YouTube)

TheBlueDot.net review for the Casio Commando for Verizon Wireless. The first Casio Droid phone, this is the toughest Android phone out there! With military grade testing and fast 3G speeds this phone is a must have for anyone who loves the outdoors...

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Smart Phone Uses You May Have Not Thought Of

Seeded on Wed Feb 22, 2012 10:57 AM EST ()

Phone calls, games and texting, there is more to your smart phone than just those three uses. Check out TheBlueDot's favorites!

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How to Hard Reset a HTC Mytouch 3G

Seeded on Fri Feb 17, 2012 1:19 PM EST ()

This guide shows you how to hard reset, or factory data reset, your T-mobile HTC Mytouch 3g.

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TheBlueDot's Kindle Fire Review

Seeded on Wed Feb 1, 2012 11:33 AM EST ()

TheBlueDot reviews amazon's Kindle Fire tablet. Before and after rooting it!

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Analysts Claims Windows Phones will Surpass iOS by 2015

Seeded on Fri Jan 27, 2012 10:43 AM EST ()

Jumping from 2% market share to 16.7% in under 3 years seems unlikely, but not to some analysts who claim Windows rise will surpass iOS

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Android's Openness May Impede Future Profits

Seeded on Thu Jan 26, 2012 11:19 AM EST ()

With the Amazon Kindle's success, will more companies do away with Google's Marketplace to drive more profits? What will this mean for Google's future?

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When Will You Need a New Phone Scenario 88: Ski Lift

Seeded on Mon Jan 9, 2012 12:34 PM EST ()

It's that time again! Time for another installment of our bi-weekly scenario animations! If you have any ideas for a scenario in which you would lose or break your phone you can like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/followthebluedot and post your ideas on our wall! If your id …

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