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What Does An Early Termination Fee Mean

admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

In the world of mobile phones, you generally have to sign a contract in order to have service through your provider. If you look at the terms of your contract, you will see something known as an early termination fee. What does an early termination fee mean? In this guide, we will explore the answer to that question in depth.

An early termination fee is generally charged by your cell phone company when you cancel your phone service before the end of the contract period. Most mobile phone plans require you to be locked into a two-year contract, and you cannot drop the service within that two-year period. If you do, you may be subject to an early termination fee.

Are early termination fees bad? Generally, the answer is yes. In fact, if you decide to terminate your mobile phone service before the end of your contract period, the fee for doing so is generally astronomically high, depending on whom your provider is. Some companies may blacklist you, meaning that you will not be able to get cell phone service from them in the future.

What does an early termination fee mean for you? Basically, you will have to pay a fee for cancelling your cell phone service early, and you may end up on the service provider’s blacklist. While this is not necessarily bad, it can be annoying, so think twice about terminating your contract before the end date.

Know Your Rights Before Signing A Wireless Contract

admin — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

You should always know your rights before signing a wireless contract with any wireless service provider. Make sure you pay close attention to the duration of the contract. Many wireless service providers require you to sign a one or two year contract. However, you usually have the option to get out of the contract early if you pay a fee. The fee to cancel a wireless phone contract can cost several hundred dollars per line. Also, there is usually a discount given on cell phones if you do sign a contract. Many wireless phone companies will also give you the option to purchase the phone at full price without having to sign a one or two year contract.

Whenever you sign a contract for wireless service, make sure you choose a plan that suits your needs. If you plan on sending text messages regularly, you might want to choose a plan that offers unlimited text messaging. If your cell phone is going to be your main phone line, then you probably want to choose a plan that offers unlimited talk minutes. You can also find plans that offer unlimited talk, text, and web browsing. The combined plan is a good option for anyone looking to purchase a cell phone.

Compare Wireless Providers Before Signing A Contract

admin — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Did you know that cell phone bills can be a lot cheaper than bills for a landline telephone? Going wireless decreases the expenses one faces in telephone bills each month. Before signing a contract for a landline telephone, one should shop around and see what deals wireless providers have to offer.

Some people believe that having a family requires a landline telephone. The reality is that many cell phone providers allow families to create their own plans for an affordable price each month. These family plans exist to allow a family to break free from a landline telephone company.

When a person tries to cancel a contract with a landline telephone company, he or she may be persuaded to stay within the contract. A landline telephone company may offer an incredibly low price to keep the person as a customer. Rather than stay in the contractual relationship, one should simply put an end to the landline telephone company’s services. With a cell phone service, one will literally have no need for a landline telephone service at all.

In addition to paying a lower monthly bill, there may be other promotional deals being offered by a wireless cell phone company. Typical promotional deals include receiving a free phone, free month of service, or even a cash prize for signing up with a wireless provider.

Save Money On Your Wireless Cellphone Plan

admin — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Saving money on your cell phone bill can be easy, as long as you know where to start. Cell phone plans generally have 3 different aspects of the plan: talking, texting, and data. We will discuss how to optimize your mobile experience by using all three of these services.

Check with your cell phone provider to see if they offer free mobile-to-mobile minutes. If they do, you can use this to your advantage by checking what company your boss or job uses, and also get your family on a plan with the same company. This will save you hundreds of minutes a month.

If you are not a big fan of texting, then there’s really no need for unlimited texting is there? Ask your provider about having a set number of texts available to you per month.

If you have a basic phone then you probably won’t need an expensive data plan. Ask your company if they have a data estimator, which helps you determine about how much data you personally use within a month.

If you’re looking for a new cellphone, http://www.phonedog.com try this site. They constantly update to let you know the best sales that providers are having.

Breakfree Of Your Landline And Save Money

admin — Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

There has never been an easier time to break free of your landline than now. Many popular services today use what is called VoIP, Voice over Internet Protocol, to make calling friends and family easier and cheaper than ever before. As long as there is internet readily available, people can be making calls to cell phones, landlines, or even other computers all for free or for a reasonable rate.

Imagine a life where everyone can be free of the restraints of a landline, or even a cell phone, by making calls using the internet. Using any of the popular VoIP services will allow anyone to do just that.

If internet access is not easily accessible, one can always drop their landlines for a cell phone. Even if cell phone contracts deterred people from using cellular service in the past, its not an excuse today! Many popular cell phone providers sell pay-per-minute phones where the only price one needs to pay is a minimal fee for the phone. That is the only obligation to enjoy a cell phone. Whenever minutes are needed, simply visit your local wireless store to purchase only the amount you need. Never worry about a contract again!

There are many easy ways to drop a landline today.

New Year: New Technology

www.wirelesslogix.com — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was held in Las Vegas as a marker of the New Year, and as can be imagined, there was a lot of technology being spread around. One well-received newcomer was LG Electronics new Android smartphone the LG Optimus Black. Its NOVA display is touted to be the “brightest, clearest and most readable among mobile screens with 700 nits of brightness for prime visibility. LG states that the “Optimus Black provides users with an easier and more natural experience when browsing the web, reading emails, or writing documents with higher levels of brightness and pure white tones that deliver true black and white colors for ideal handset viewing.” They continue with “in addition to greater luminosity, the NOVA display on LG Optimus Black also radically reduces power consumption by 50 percent during general indoor use compared to a conventional LCD.” The phone makes a trendy visual statement with its low profile 9.22mm mega-slim design. Another nice feature to the smartphone is that it lets users access messages, emails and missed calls directly from the locked screen with just one single finger tap. The new NOVA technology is purported to reduce power consumption thereby leaving more battery time for the user and that’s always a trait to capture a lot of attention. Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company summed up the Optimus with “we are excited to introduce this stylish new Android smartphone and expect the LG Optimus Black to play a key role in the mobile market.” It’s expected to be rolled out in the first half of 2011. Stay tuned for “real” user reviews.

Top three apps

www.wirelesslogix.com — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:11:34 +0000

Whether you’re a windows phone or an iPhone user, there are a number of apps available for your entertainment and lifestyle. However, with so many to choose from, how do you know which to get? We chose our top three to get you started.MeonFor: Windows PhoneAvailable from the Windows Phone Marketplace, Meons is a challenging, but fun game. With 120 levels, your goal is to free the Meons. Put your thinking cap on, for it’s no easy feat. The game runs for 2.99, but you can also get the demo version, Meons Lite, for free.FlightTrackFor: iPhoneIf you are a frequent traveler, one of the most useful apps is the FlightTrack. For 4.99, you’re informed of cancelations and delays for local and international flights. Furthermore, the app will aid you in scheduling a new flight when your old one is cancelled.Angry BirdsFor: Android and iPhoneOne of the most addictive cell-phone games is Angry Birds. When the pigs eat your eggs, it’s up to you (the angry birds) to launch into the piggy fortresses and knock them down. You can get the Angry Birds Lite game for free from Android Market as well as the iPhone app store.

The iPhone 4

www.wirelesslogix.com — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 17:08:09 +0000

When talking about the cell phone industry, it’s hard to ignore the new iPhone. Released June of this year, the iPhone 4 has changed the way we use our mobile phones.The first feature you’ll notice about the Apple product is its crisp, clear screen. Due to the phone’s high pixel count, no matter how close you zoom in, the words and images won’t blur. According to the iPhone’s developers, it’s impossible for the human eye to detect the individual pixels.With such a clear pixel count, why not admire multiple screens at once? On the new iPhone, users can move between multiple apps simultaneously. Let’s say you’re playing monopoly when you realize you have to email your grandmother; open your email and keep your game running at the same time. Better yet, challenge the product by opening a third and a fourth screen.Of course, the most advertized characteristic is the ability to video chat. For the first time in mobile history, a cell phone can successfully utilize a video conference. There’s no trick involved, the product is already installed on the phone; so no app or account is needed to use the service.The iPhone has a variety of features which makes it one of the most impressive phones on the market. However, it’s not just the apps which make the phone so phenomenal; none of the product’s attributes slow the phone down. Whether you multi-task between three different apps or you hold a video conference, your phone will perform at the same, fast speed.So if you’re looking for a great phone with great network connection, look no further than the iPhone 4.

The BlackBerry Torch

www.wirelesslogix.com — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:05:26 +0000

The BlackBerry Torch is one of the most popular phones on the market. Apart from the absence of video conferencing, the Torch is quite similar to the iPhone.With the best technology in mobile photography, the phone comes equipped with a 5 megapixel camera. Alongside the great pixel count, users are given 11 photo modes as well as the ability to record videos. With the option to upgrade to 32 GB (the phone comes with 8GB), there’s plenty of room to get camera happy.If you’re an avid social network user, the integrated social feed is a heavenly feature. Rather than checking each of your social networking sites separately, you can view all of your updates on one page. The feed attribute also allows you to keep sites current with one post. Whether you use Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn, each site is available. Furthermore, the Torch allows for fast, easy internet browsing.While the BlackBerry Torch does carry a touch screen display, there’s also a keyboard for easy texting. The combination is perfect for anyone who prefers a keyboard to a touch screen.If you don’t prefer the iPhone, the BlackBerry Torch is a great mobile phone. Not only does the cell come equipped with great web-browsing features, but the touch screen and keyboard make the perfect combination of past and present phones.

The best in the biz: America’s favorite cell phones

www.wirelesslogix.com — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:01:44 +0000

2010 ushered in a new era in cell phones. Not only did the new iPhone arrive, but the HTC EVO and the Droid Incredible were released, too. According to Cnet reviews, there are five cell phones that top the rest. While the iPhone 4 is part of the list, the selection proves there are great alternatives to the Apple mobile.Apple iPhone 4With the ability to video chat with friends, switch between apps, and record videos in HD, the iPhone 4 is a popular choice for A T & T customers.HTC Droid IncredibleThe Droid, exclusive to Verizon Wireless, is fast, loaded with app capabilities, and great social networking features. With so many impressive features, the new Droid is. . . well, incredible!HTC Evo 4GSprint’s first 4G phone offers the Sprint TV and Nascar Sprint Cup Mobile apps. There’s even a little kick stand to add to your viewing pleasure. Alongside choosing from 35,000 apps, this phone lets you enjoy YouTube and Google services.RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700The first 3G BlackBerry by T-Mobile, the Bold boasts a sleek, black shape. With a new improved design, 3G capability, and a clear screen, it’s certainly an upgrade on the last model.Samsung Epic 4GProvided by Sprint, the Epic is definitely the best of all Galaxy S mobiles. Features like the 5.0 megapixel camera (plus LED flash), 4G technology, and a Super AMOLED screen, make for a great phone. The only downside to the mobile is its price.