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4 ways to get phone service the next time a hurricane Sandy calls
In the aftermath of a disaster such as superstorm Sandy, two-way communication is essential. Here are four ways to better prepare our phones and other devices for the next disaster:
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10 richest members of Congress
The 10 wealthiest members of Congress in 2012 include Senate and House members hailing from all over the US. Can you guess which political party had the most lawmakers on the list – and who grabbed the top spot?
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10 ways the Android is better than iPhone 5
Sure a larger iPhone screen, 4G LTE support and a faster CPU are welcome additions, but Apple is a year late and $199 short. Android has provided all these features and more.
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Companies we love in 8 industries we hate
A trip to the bank doesn't have to be a nightmare. Here are the customer service winners in eight industries that customers hate, from airlines to cable companies.
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College budget: 11 items students don't need
Car? Printer? Forget it.
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Texting and driving: Cell rivals join campaign about dangers of own product
Cell phone companies are banding together in an ad campaign that aims to educate teens and adults on the dangers of texting and driving.
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AT&T no contract? What you need to know about no-contract deals.
AT&T has joined T-Mobile and other companies offering a no-contract plan, but keep an eye on the fine print.
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T-Mobile unloads half a million iPhone 5 handsets in less than a month
But other stats from T-Mobile's Q1 2013 results aren't quite so rosy.
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For first time, smart phones edge past feature phones
There were more smart phones shipped last quarter than low-end, "dumb" phones shipped, according to a new study.
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Verizon Wireless wants to buy out Vodaphone's stake for $100 billion
Verizon Wireless is eyeing a $100 billion bid to buy out Vodaphone's 45 percent stake in the company. Vodaphone investors and analysts have said that the $100 billion figure is too low for its share in Verizon Wireless.
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Verizon continues to grow, despite complaints from some customers
Verizon has shown strong earnings in its first-quarter report, but it is also facing criticism from a growing number of customers who want their contracts eliminated.
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$25 billion offer: Dish Network bids for Sprint Nextel
$25 billion offer: Dish Network is offering to buy Sprint Nextel Corp. in a cash-and-stock deal Dish values at more than $25 billion, saying its bid for Sprint Nextel is superior to that of Japanese phone company SoftBank.
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Verizon offers new $35 a month prepaid plan (but there's a catch)
The new prepaid plan from Verizon is aimed at users uninterested in the current crop of high-end smart phones.
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Google cuts 1,200 more jobs at Motorola
Google is cutting 1,200 jobs in its Motorola division just months after cutting 4,000 Motorola jobs.
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White House opposes restrictions on unlocking cellphones
The Obama administration came out in favor of legalizing unlocking cellphones on Monday. The statement raises questions about what restrictions the Digital Millennial Copyright Act places on consumers with its ban on unlocking personal devices.
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Is the 'Internet of Things' the way of the future?
Imagine a world where you can control your coffeemaker from your tablet or turn off toys from your phone. That world is around the corner, according to tech industry CEOs.
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Saving Money Phone plans 101: breaking down the major carriers
Getting the best deal on a new phone can be an unwieldy process, but comparing the costs and potential savings of all the carrier options is easier than you think.
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Sprint preps for $20 billion facelift
Sprint lost $1.3 billion and a lot of subscribers in the fourth quarter of 2012. But big changes are in store for the company.
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A cheaper iPhone? Don't hold your breath, Apple says
Still, at least one analyst believes Apple would miss out on a big opportunity if it didn't make a budget iPhone in 2013.
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How to 'tether' your PC to your phone
A lawsuit now makes 'tethering' PCs and phones cheaper.
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Clearwire offer from Sprint reaches $2.2 billion
Clearwire minority shareholders will be bought out by Sprint for $2.2 billion, a higher price than it previously said it would pay. The Clearwire deal still needs approval from shareholders and regulators, but Sprint expects to get it done by the middle of 2013.
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Stocks little changed; Investors await budget deal
Stocks changed little Tuesday on Wall Street as fiscal cliff negotiations continued in Washington. Some say stock trading will grow in volatility the longer budget talks progress without a deal.
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4 ways to get phone service the next time a hurricane Sandy calls
In the aftermath of a disaster such as superstorm Sandy, two-way communication is essential. Here are four ways to better prepare our phones and other devices for the next disaster:
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Unlocked iPhone 5 provides opening for T-Mobile stalwarts
Apple will begin selling an unlocked, contract-free version of its popular iPhone smartphone.
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Horizons iPhone 5 helps Apple's iOS topple Android in the US
Strong iPhone 5 sales have contributed to a growing market share for Apple's iOS. For now, Google's Android OS lags behind.
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Horizons Powerhouse Google Nexus 4 set for November launch
The Nexus 4, the latest smartphone from Google and LG, will run the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system.
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Horizons Apple CEO blames rumor-mill for underwhelming iPad sales
Apple iPad sales were up in Q4 of 2012 – just not as much as many analysts had predicted.
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10 richest members of Congress
The 10 wealthiest members of Congress in 2012 include Senate and House members hailing from all over the US. Can you guess which political party had the most lawmakers on the list – and who grabbed the top spot?
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Softbank to pay $20 billion for Sprint (+video)
Softbank reaches deal to buy 70 percent of Sprint. Softbank deal, the biggest foreign acquisition by a Japanese company, would create world's No. 3 mobile company, tied with AT&T.
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Horizons Japanese carrier Softbank in talks to scoop up Sprint Nextel
A Softbank deal might boost Sprint Nextel's ability to compete against Verizon and AT&T in the US.
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