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6 Apps to Help You Save Money On-the-Go

Posted 8/3/2011 at 11:32 AM | Source Cricket Wireless

In our current economic times, everyone is looking to save a few bucks on items and services that they use everyday. Usually, at times like these, people look to good old fashioned coupon clipping and bargain hunting, but today’s technology makes these old practices even easier with great new mobile apps. In fact, if you’re looking to start saving some money on everyday items at the grocery store and gas pump, here area a few mobile apps available on the Android platform that will help you find the best deals.

Checking In: Which App Should I Use

Posted 8/2/2011 at 9:44 AM | Source Cricket Wireless

Location is the hot new thing in mobile applications and would never have been possible just 3-4 years ago, before GPS in cell phones was a common feature. Today, location-based check-in services like Foursquare, Gowalla and others, are great for checking into locations around town and around the globe to compete with your friends for virtual pins, badges and the honor of being the Mayor of the hottest restaurant in town. But if you want to jump into the location-based fray, which app should you choose? Here’s a quick rundown of the leaders in the field and a few pros and cons.

Automate Tasks and Functions on Your Android Phone

Posted 8/1/2011 at 1:44 PM | Source Cricket Wireless

You can customize many phones to perform certain tasks automatically, saving you time and leaving you free to enjoy other activities. Google's Android™ phone is one such model that can be automated and this article will look at some of the functions and tasks you can automate on your handset.

The Transformation and Adaptation of Mobile Hotspot Technology

Posted 7/29/2011 at 5:32 PM | Source Cricket Wireless

Mobile hotspot technology servicing is a prolific industry for many carriers nationwide. The appeal is the flexibility and convenience that’s offered with WiFi technology. As it was in its infancy stages, things were quite cumbersome with having to deal with wires and cables, in addition to the often exorbitant prices that accompanied this “lifestyle convenience.”

Cricket Crosswave - Mobile Hotspot Technology

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