Mobile Phone Sports Betting

Mobile Phone Sports Betting Is the Future – Don’t Miss Out!

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Are you thinking about mobile phone sports betting? You should be! There are actually a lot of advancements in the world of sports betting that you really have to check out! If you’re used to being on the laptop to do all of your sports betting, then you’re in for a big surprise.

If you have a smartphone — iPhone, Android, BlackBerry — then you can definitely have a great time of sports betting. However, your world is actually a lot bigger online than you think. You will be able to not only hit the sportsbooks, but you will also be able to take your gambling to the next level.

Some people think that it would be better to go to the casino for all of their gambling needs, but why would you even want to when you can technically gamble from your mobile phone with ease? This means that the entire world is actually your casino. You don’t have to worry about trying to find the perfect casino or even trying to fly or drive to it. If you only want to put in a little money, you can do that. If you want to splurge on the gambling games that you like, you get to do that too. You don’t have to feel pressured to spend money that you don’t have, and you also don’t have to feel like everyone has to know what you’re spending on your hobby. A lot of people that go to casinos offline feel that their spending is tracked way too much for their liking.

If you want to have time with your friends or some fun time at the airport, getting mobile phone sports betting plans is definitely the best way to go.

Even if you’re having fun with your friends, everyone knows that there are times where you will want to take a rest from the active fun with your friends. You might have moments where everyone is reading — what if you really don’t like reading? You might feel that it would be better to gamble in an environment that makes you feel comfortable. This can be done on the go from a mobile site designed just for this purpose.

Don’t forget that you’re still connecting to the Internet, and that means that security is taken seriously. You might feel that mobile gambling isn’t going to be safe, but you are thankfully mistaken. Online casinos are making sure that their mobile portals are just as safe as they would be if you were looking at the site from your laptop or desktop.

So the choice is clear — check out mobile phone sports betting — you will be glad you did!

Christmas Cell Phone Shopping

Christmas Cell Phone Shopping – What Platform Is Best

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Cell phones are hot, they’ve always been hot, and chances are pretty good that cell phones are still going to be red hot for many years to come. These days, nobody is willing to be tied down to their house phone, hoping that they will not miss a single call. Even though we know of some people that still have a house phone, most people like being able to use their cell phones. So keep that in mind when you’re thinking about the perfect holiday gift. Cell phones are a great present because they have great value and your recipient will know that you really do care about them. If you are buying a cell phone for your children that are already on your family plan, you might be able to save some money when it’s time to go shopping. That’s because cell phone providers of simple cell phones know that you’re in the market, you’re already a customer, and you can be easily seduced away by competitors. So that’s why you’re about to see a lot of holiday Christmas offers for the latest and greatest cell phones.

Yet this doesn’t answer the major problem here — what cell phone platform should you really go with? You want to make sure that you are thinking about all of the strengths and weaknesses of every platform before you really make your decision. Really, all of the great cell phone platforms — Apple, Android, and Blackberry — offer something for everyone. There’s also the proprietary platforms offered by Nokia and Samsung as well, so don’t count them out either.

Apple is definitely popular, as it allows people to go with the touchscreen experience. If you’re coming off a physical keyboard you might be a little shy to actually use the virtual keyboard. There are physical keyboards available now for people that absolutely can’t give up their keyboard experience. What Apple really brings to the table is constant innovation. The Apple iPhone 4S is the latest iPhone out and it’s a thing of beauty. The high color display definitely gets attention, and FaceTime is one of the most talked about iPhone apps around. It’s something native to the platform that allows you to talk in real time with video to your friends. Staying connected has never been this fun.

If you’re not an Apple fan, chances are good that you might want to look at BlackBerry again. Yes, we know — a lot of people have been calling the death of RIM for a while, and that means that the BlackBerry might not be your first choice. However, it’s in your best interest to look at it again. BlackBerries aren’t just for business types — they’ve become a fun, playful phone for people that want to be on the go but still get the best of everything. Think carefully about the way your cell phone experience should be, and then see if the BB might be your next phone. We really like the new flip-phone style BlackBerry that’s set to come out — the BB Style 9670. It’s definitely a step up from the Torch in the sense that RIM is realizing that people are becoming ultramobile and therefore looking for a completely different form factor. Still, we really like the way that the flip phone model fits into our pocket so easily while still being a BlackBerry — great email and messaging come along with the package.

We haven’t even covered tablets, but that’s a whole different guide for another day. Suffice to say here that there are tablets aplenty that run on all the major platforms. The same rules apply though — you need to think about how you’re actually going to use the technology before you really make any sudden movements. It’s all relative to what you can spend as well.

The Android platform is the one that we’ve really saved for last. You’re going to be hard pressed to find a carrier that doesn’t stock ‘Droid phones — even Boost and Virgin Mobile are adding Android phones to their lineup, and that’s just in the prepaid world. We’re sure that if you’re on a major postpaid carrier that you will have your pick of Android phones. Getting an unlocked Android phone that allows you to really go to any carrier you want can be a good thing — especially for you world travelers.

One thing that people love about the Android line is that you get a lot of ability to customize your experience. Even if you’re not a mobile phone programmer, you will have a lot more options that Blackberry or Apple give you. The open feel of Android is good, but there can be some problems as well. For one, getting the latest version is a good thing, but who says that your carrier will push the update down to your phone in time? Old versions of Android can directly conflict with new ones, which causes a lot of trouble in the long run. Still, we think that the benefits of Android definitely outweigh the bad. It’s a platform in constant motion, but if you are one of those people that really needs to have the latest and greatest stuff, this is definitely the platform to think about. It’s going to get better from here and the community is very vocal about Android becoming the platform to watch. Also, if you want to make sure that you can use Flash, it’s going to be an Android thing — Apple and Blackberry have not quite caught up yet.

Overall, it’s up to you what cell phone platform you ultimately go with. We’re fans of all the major platforms, as they all offer something special to the table. Now is the perfect time to go out and test a few for yourself. See what you like, and then go with the platform that really rocks your world — it’s only natural, after all!

Mobile Broadband

Mobile Broadband For Everyone…Right?

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Have you ever been to a hotel that didn’t offer free wireless Internet access? If you haven’t had the pain of not being able to check email while you travel, then you’re very lucky. These days, some hotels are cutting out a lot of features in order to offer better prices to customers. Unfortunately, this means that all of the features that you use dot love while you travel can disappear without you realizing it.

Even if a hotel does claim to have Internet access, there’s no guarantee that you’ll be able to connect to it. It all depends on where the router is, and where your room is. If there’s too much distance between your computer and the access point, you will not be able to get online.

There just has to be a better way to be a good traveler and still stay plugged into everything that matters to you. These days, not being able to go online just won’t work. You will need to make sure that you can actually tap into the Internet when it’s convenient for you. Sure, you could go to a coffee store and all that, but why would you really want to go through all that? It’s just better to make sure that you really get Internet where you’re at in your hotel room. If you don’t have that ability, then it’s time to get the right tools on your side for good.

The best tool you can have when you’re traveling is mobile broadband, but you might not be sure what’s actually meant here. If you’ve ever seen people using Internet when you know there’s no access points around, then they’ve been using mobile broadband technology. It’s those little USB sticks that you see — they’re roughly $100, give or take. The cost varies, and the plans vary. You can get a no-contract deal for a little more money up front, but you get the benefit of not having to hold onto something that you’re not going to use for years and years. Paying those early termination fees gets tiring after a while, you know.

So, the biggest part that you will need to take in is that once you’re armed with mobile broadband technology, you’ll be able to access the Internet from anywhere that you can catch a signal. The signal actually comes from the cell phone towers rather than cable, DSL, or satellite. This means that you can get Internet in a lot more places because theoretically, anywhere that you have a cell phone signal, you also have an Internet connection. That’s pretty powerful for travelers that have to move around from city to city, where they know that they have to get Internet access.

The first thing that you really need to decide if you’re going to go down the mobile broadband track is where you actually need coverage. Then you will want to start looking at coverage maps, depending on what type of provider you want to go with. Rural areas might be a little harder to cover, but the only way to really know is by looking at the official coverage maps.

Keep in mind that weather plays a role into whether or not you’ll get a good signal. If the towers are clouded, then it will be hard to get a signal. Not paying attention to this has led to a lot of frustration for mobile broadband users in the past, so keep that in mind as you start looking to start service of your own.

If you’re not sure how much you’ll use the wireless broadband card, you might want to actually go with a no-contract plan. Yes, you’ll pay more up front, but you have the power to back out at any time — something that you wouldn’t get by taking advantage of a provider’s contract offer. On the other hand, if you really are a hardcore traveler or if mobile broadband is honestly the only option that you have where you are, you might want to think carefully about a long term contract if that would bring your overall price down.

A final point that has to be noted here is the usage issue. When you’re looking at services, you will probably want to go with an unlimited plan. Even though all plans generally have some cap of some kind (bandwidth isn’t free or cheap, you know), the unlimited plans are generally a lot more generous. In other words, you can use it without running into a hard data usage cap. Now, if you try to turn it into a neighborhood wireless spot, then you’ll attract attention. But generally speaking, personal data use shouldn’t set off any alarms.

So…mobile broadband for everyone? While it’s hard to guarantee anything in life, one thing that can be said is that mobile broadband definitely opens up your options — why not check it out today?

The best phone for each mobile operating system

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The smart phone industry is now emerging as the most popular mobile innovation. Here, you can do most things that a regular computer can do: do email, browse the web, play games and of course, the quintessential SMS and Voice services. Nowadays, you can find different operating systems running on mobile phones. Since we treat a phone just like we treat a computer, it is very important now to choose the right phone for the right platform. Let us focus on 3 popular operating systems nowadays and see which phone model works best for them.

Android

HTC Inspire 4G

The Inspire may not have those fancy dual core processors some other competitor phones may have but it is a balance of two things. It is a fabulous phone at a fabulous price. It is not a secret that the user interface of the HTC Sense is one of the best that you could possibly find for the Android. If you are looking for a starter pack, this is definitely the model that you should choose. This 4.3 inch model has 4GB memory storage and uses a TI OMAP processor. Of course for those tech lovers, there is the 4G SHPA support and a screen resolution of 480×800. Of course, it has its glitches and disappointments like not having a front facing camera to make video calls, and a hard to remove battery.

iOS

There is no doubt that the iPhone is the most popular name in Smart phones. It is where the entire craze began back in 2007. years after, it still is one of the best. It has undergone several changes throughout the years. With the 3G, 3GS, 4G and soon, the iPhone 5. A lot of people were bugged by the antenna issue of the 4G and that is one thing that is very important for smart phones. Nonetheless, some consumers prefer the 4G while others feel that the 3GS still can pack a punch. It is hard to compare the two since every time Apple upgrades, they evolve functionality as well. If you are into state of the art and sleeker appeal, the 4G is your best bet. Those who still hold 3GS need not feel that they have to change phones since it is a pretty durable and beautiful phone nonetheless.

Windows Phone 7

LG Quantum

LG has created some really nice, powerful and intuitively designed smart phones in recent years and the LG Quantum seems to deserve a good praise. It is the best one using the Windows Phone 7. it is a well designed and it is a versatile phone. You can slide out the QWERTY keyboard at the back. The battery is impressive and it uses a fantastic Snapdragon processor. It has a capacitive touch screen that is very responsive and the quality of image is as brilliant as you would expect.

Of course, this list can change in a matter of weeks with more and more models coming up. Nonetheless, if you want what is coming up now, then these are your best bets.

T-Mobile G2X – the companion to the G2 sure looks attractive

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The T-Mobile G2 has seemingly been announced and released just a few months ago, and now T-Mobile is ready to cash in on the name and get another G2 – but this time, it’s from LG. In a weird twist that must’ve left HTC heartbroken :-) , T-Mobile will be offering the new LG Optimus 2X (which is the first phone to run a dual core Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip) as the T-Mobile G2X.

Now, if you’re not a HTC fan or don’t really care about the manufacturer of your new smartphone, you’ll definitely like the new G2X. It certainly has everything one might need to be super productive and entertained on the move.

A typical slab smartphone with very powerful hardware

The exterior of the Optimus 2X/G2X looks like just about any other slab smartphone on the market – it is relatively thin with rounded edges and four Android navigation touch buttons on the front below the screen. There’s definitely nothing special about it, but it looks great, feels solid and works just fine. The display is a very nice 4 inch WVGA (800×480 pixels) LCD unit that should be more than enough for all the tasks you can throw at it. Of course, it is covered with an edge-to-edge scratch resistant glass for protection.

The internal hardware was the main focus for the Optimus 2X, and that is definitely the case with the G2X, as well. The phone features NVidia’s new Tegra 2 System-on-a-Chip, with two processor cores running at 1 GHz each and a powerful GeForce mobile graphics adapter that is 4 times faster than the Adreno used in the first generation 1 GHz Snapdragon – the platform that was used extensively in smartphones and tablets alike throughout 2010.

Sure enough, the device has enough RAM to support the powerful processor – 768 MB of fast DDR2 RAM, and there will be 8 GB of onboard memory, with the ability to add up to 32 GB more using a micro SD card – that should be plenty for anyone, unless of course, you’re storing HD videos on your phone :-) .

1080p video recording and all the features you’ll ever need

Speaking of HD: the Tegra 2 has both a 1080p HD decoder and encoder onboard, which means that not only you’re able to watch Full HD videos and movies on your phone without taxing the processor (only the GPU), but you can also shoot videos in 1080p resolution using the 8 megapixels camera on the back – an impressive feat that only LG seems to offer at the moment – you can find demo videos on Youtube, and they certainly look good. There’s also a smaller 1.3 megapixels camera on the front for video calls, if you fancy them.

Other hardware specs are also up to date: the T-Mobile G2X has almost everything you can think of, including support for HSPA+ networks, HDMI out and dual display support (meaning you can output video while working on the touch screen!), Wifi N, Bluetooth 3.0, all the standard sensors and more. You certainly won’t miss anything on this smartphone! Read more »

A quick overview of the LG Optimus 2X running Nvidia’s Tegra 2

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LG was one of the first companies to announce that they will produce a smartphone with a dual core processor, and the first one to actually demonstrate a working prototype ahead of everyone. At CES 2011 they already had a fully working phone ready to go into mass production – the Optimus 2X.

Tegra 2 delivers twice the performance of any previous platforms

Previously named LG Star, the Optimus 2X is powered by the Tegra 2 platform, which as you may already know is a dual core SoC from NVidia that packs enough processing power to run any apps that the users need. Not only does it have two processor cores running at 1 GHz, but it also features the new GeForce mobile graphics solution that is faster than the PowerVR SGX540 by at least 50% and a dedicated hardware encoder, which makes it possible to film 1080p videos without taxing the processor (the Optimus 2X is the first and only device to actually use the feature).

Slim design, a beautiful 4 inch display and a ton of features

The Optimus 2X is not only powerful, but it also looks great, with its rounded edges and 10.9 mm thickness. It is built of pretty high quality materials – the front is covered by a protective tempered glass, the back has a sturdy plastic cover, while the sides are surrounded by a metallic frame, like the iPhone 4.

The 4 inch screen deserves a separate mention, as well. It is an LCD unit with a resolution of 800×480 pixels, displaying 16 million colors at a very nice contrast and brightness ratios. Users will certainly have no problem discerning the text or images on it and it’s easy to type on the virtual keyboard at this size.

Feature-wise, the Optimus 2X certainly isn’t lacking: it’s got almost anything you can think of. Support for Wifi b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, HSDPA and HSUPA speeds of up to 21 Mbps and 5.76 Mbps, respectively, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity and other sensors – you name it, the 2X has got it all covered. Read more »

Can The BlackBerry Brand Be Saved?

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If you’re a Research in Motion fan, chances are good that you’re both excited and agitated by the rise of the BlackBerry Playbook. Now, we’re pretty big crackberry people around here, but we have to come out with the obvious question: can the BlackBerry brand be saved?

It’s a really hard question to answer. First and foremost, you have to assume that the BlackBerry brand is something that needs to be saved. If you’re a die-hard crackberry type that’s owned just about every BB since the very beginning black and white variety, you might feel that the Playbook is just a smart move by BlackBerry.

Unfortunately, the general public doesn’t feel the same way. For starters, the Playbook requires you to already own a BlackBerry — something that is a failed marketing move. Instead of giving people the chance to really experience the BlackBerry brand without the iconic phone getting in the way, Research in Motion decides to cripple the Playbook from day one. It’s a bad move on several fronts.

Consider first the new user that has no idea how to navigate through a BlackBerry. They probably own another type of phone, and thanks to RIM’s mistake with the Playbook, they always will. Instead of seeing the BB phone as an asset, they’ll feel like they’ve been pushed into making a larger commitment than they would have otherwise if the Playbook already had all of the functionality required.

For those not in the loop about the Playbook, you must own a Blackberry phone already to get the productivity tools that you’re used to. Everything else is replaced by a webOS type of interface, which is something that can be a bit irritating — especially if you’re not familiar with the BlackBerry brand.

This is something that can turn into a major turn off for new users, and this really isn’t the era of Research in Motion. When you’re Apple, you can demand that people have an iPhone before they work with your hardware and no one bats an eyelash. The marketing machine has already softened the market in this respect. When you’re Research in Motion, you’re a lot better off trying to get people back into your brand by putting out a polished product.

Because of the differences in market share, a polished product is really the best way to go. Unfortunately, Research in Motion fails here as well. Most of the major reviews for the Playbook had to have several updates as RIM issued last minute software patches and upgrades. Again, is it slightly unfair to call RIM on the carpet for this when Apple and Google do it themselves? Sure, but iPhone and Android are very, very hot right now. BlackBerry has to catch up to being hot outside of traditional business circles.

Even within traditional business circles, Apple is chomping up valuable market share, which is even more troubling. Research in Motion has a lot of work to do if they really want to move forward and get things done — how will they do it? Only time will tell.

So, what do you think? Would you purchase a Playbook as it is, or would they need to really add in independent functionality in order for you to put down hard earned money? Sound off in the comments, we would love to hear from you!

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc Review

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Good products do not need any hype or promotions, they get highlighted by themselves. The same is the case of Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc which came without any official announcement and became instant popular. The phone has a unique dimension of 8.7 mm / 0.3 Inch with an unorthodox concave rear. It has 1 GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 processor with 512 MB of RAM space. There is also 8GB of MicroSD storage which gives flexibility to store many multimedia files as well as other important documents. It also has 8 Mega pixels Exmor R image sensor, an HDMI output and a 1500 mAh battery.

The device has 4.2 inches Multi-touch reality display screen which gives you excellent picture and video quality. You will view the pictures and videos in vivid colors with such crisp and clear screen. The curve of the phone is another best attracting feature which will help in getting more users who focus on the style more. It is completely light and fits perfectly to the pal.

With Xperia Arc phone you can actually bring the whole real world into the digital life. The videos and images captures with 8.1 mega pixel camera will run with blur and haziness even on the larger TV and display screens. It has Sony Exmor R for mobile sensor which will help you in capturing high quality videos and photos even in low light intensity. The BRAVIA Engine makes the reality display super wide with crisp, clear and sharp images.

The world is getting social hence thinking about a phone without proper connectivity to social world is like skeleton without the flesh. The Timescape lets you know all communications with a single person at one place. It collects facebook posts, text messages, calls, etc such that you don’t have to open loads of various apps to check what’s going on.

The connectivity of the device is also better with built in aGPS. It will help you find the way to your destination very easily and appropriately. You can even add location info to your images using the geo tagging features. It has the capability to connect with the local Wi-Fi as well.

Personalizing the audio is also enhanced with a 3.5 mm audio jack support placed in the phone. Whenever you want, connect the headphones with the device and listen to your favourite music. Being powered by android, it has the benefit of many free apps available in the online store.

There is also FM Radio through which you can listen to the aired music whenever you want. This basic feature makes the phone more exciting and fun to use. Connecting to the TV via HDMI lets you view pictures and videos on your TV screens using your mobile control. The rich multimedia allows you to enjoy gaming like never before. You can just tap over the app and the game starts.

There are some of the software issues which may disappoint you but may be negotiated with large number of features available to make the phone complete fun package

Acer Liquid Mt Review

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Acer has finally started getting into the form of playing bigger games in the cell phone domain.  It has also showed various variations like other top notch Android phones in the market. Acer Liquid Mt which is otherwise known as Acer Liquid Metal is a successor to Acer Liquid E which had got a little fame in the Northern America.

Acer assumes Liquid Mt to be the next generation mobile phone which has the combination of both power as well as style. The phone’s striking metal casing is one of the best attracting features which adds to one style statement. Acer Liquid MT has a large 3.5 inches curved resolution capacitive touch screen which is amongst the best of its features. The touch screen is very responsive, multi-touch control and fast which leaves behind a wow factor.

The fastness of the phone is being judged by the 800 MHz processor embedded into it. The phone functionality is smooth and exciting by such powerful processor. The body of the phone is made by the stainless steel which gives a shinny property to the phone. They are solid as well as resistance which prevents the internal parts being damaged away. The chrome trims included gives a strong feeling to the phone.

The phone sizes 115 mm in height, 63mm in the width and 13.5 mm in the depth. It weighs only 135 grams which is same as most of the smart phones in the market. The connectivity property of the mobile is also enhanced by including HSPA 14.4 MBPS, Wi-Fi n. The device is also 3G enabled which helps in faster video chatting, live streaming and many other internet facilities. It has also got bluetooth connectivity facility to share videos with other devices.

The most important and unique feature that the device has is The Acer’s user interface. It has been developed to manage and organize applications easily. Some of the important functionalities of this Interface are its ability to quickly start-up most frequently used apps. It has also got the ability to customize the home screen according to user’s wish and choice.

The phone runs on Android Froyo with which you can experience faster web browsing at 5 times more speed the earlier versions. The web browser helps you to access internet pages faster which are flash enabled. It has also been optimised with JavaScript engine.

The best part is the Acer Social Jogger which seems to be very important for all individuals in today’s life. It aggregates facebook as well as twitter feed to give you latest information and updates from your social life. There is also a specific widget prepared for the home screen which updates you regularly.

The camera included in the phone is 5 mega pixels with an LED flash. The camera will allow taking some decent images and photos to share in the social world. This may disappoint some but is manageable. Apart from camera, another feature which may annoy some people is its default Acer UI. Different people have different likes and the default UI for the phone is set to Acer UI which can be later switched off if not liked.

The Real Truth on 4G Wireless Technology

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3G. 4G. Here a G, there a G, everywhere a G — and we’re not talking about gangsters, we’re talking about cell phones! Or rather, the technology that’s powering the cell phone that you rely on a lot more than you’re probably willing to admit. If you’re thinking about upgrading to a 4G phone, one of the first things that you might wonder is whether or not 4G wireless technology is worth spending the extra money. Considering that the technology is still new, it’s safe to say that in this case, new is definitely going to be a lot more expensive than staying put with your 3G phone.

See, the truth of the matter is that 4G is great — if you’re in an area with 4G access. Even then, network congestion can still slow down your service — just like it can on 3G. When 3G first came out, there was a lot of hype there too. No matter what type of “G” service you choose, the network conditions are going to control your speed. In addition, if you’re not right up on a tower, you won’t get that coveted 4G speed that you adore — you’ll have to settle with a slower speed. EDGE is still a good alternative, even though it’s not as blazing fast.

In addition, even if you’re in a 4G area, you still have to deal with the limitations of your phone. If you don’t get a mobile phone with a screaming processor, that 4G speed will still not help you load pages faster. Thankfully, many of the 4G phones are coming with battle ready processors that can help you stay on the move with ease.

Thinking about a 4G phone still? You’re in good company. If you’re on Sprint, there’s always the Evo 4G, which is a great phone. T-Mobile has the myTouch 4G, and AT&T has too many phones to count, including the new LG Thrill 4G and Motorola Atrix 4G. Considering that 4G is now the cutting edge, it goes without saying that phone carriers are going to be scrambling to add even more 4G phone sot their line up.

So where does that really leave you? Well, if you’re thinking about getting a 4G phone and you’re due for a new phone, this can be a good thing. But if you aren’t due for a phone upgrade and you don’t really get too mobile, you might want to wait until that special free phone period to see what your options are going to be.

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