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"I'm Getting A Phone Call From THE WHITEHOUSE!!!": Can You Really Modify How Your CallerID Appears?
Can You Change, On Demand, The Caller ID Which Displays When You Call Someone? You Can But Not On Your Own
Chula Vista Utility Users Tax: Is Proposition H really Preparation H?
In November, the citizens of Chula Vista will be presented with Proposition H -- claiming to "modernize" an existing utility users tax but claiming that it is not a rate increase. The truth is that this initiative does neither.
T-Mobile Sued in California For Limiting Data Plan
Restrictions and limitations are the bane of any consumer, especially in the form of a little asterisk above wonderful phrases like "free" or "buy one get one free." However, it's downright deceptive to place restrictions and limitations on services without giving notice to the consumer. This is exactly what a California consumer is alleging T-Mobile did with its unlimited data plan offerings.
International Roaming: Have phone, will travel, but at what cost?
With the summer break in full swing, many people are taking time off. Some lucky people even get to travel abroad, taking with them their handy-dandy smartphones. I mean, what use is it going to the Eiffel Tower if you can’t twitter about it? One of the great things about smartphones is that many of them do work in foreign countries, roaming on other carriers’ networks. However, just because your phone works just as it does at home doesn't mean you’ll be charged like you are at home. Read on to learn how you can protect yourself from bill shock.
Cox's Residential Price Lock Guarantee: a helping hand or a headlock?
Some of you Cox subscribers may have received a notice in a recent bill about Cox’s Residential Price Lock Guarantee (or PLG for those in the biz). But what is it and is it good for consumers? Hit the jump to find out more.
Android Phones lack Bluetooth Voice Dialing
Android phones currently lack Bluetooth voice dialing and any other 100% hands free dialing and some consumers are not being fully informed when they ask about such abilities.
Read the Fine Print: Time Warner "guaranteed" rate promo does not include all charges
In troubling economic times, consumers are counting their pennies to make sure they can squeeze as much value out of the services they purchase. Companies' tantalizing offers to entice consumers into their service gingerbread house may be the breadcrumbs that lead you into the hell-hot oven of customer service headaches and unanticipated charges.
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