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The thought of a cell phone functioning as just a phone is an inaccuracy. Especially within the last 2 years the cell phones capability has become elevated to the level of a handheld computer. Convergence, or the process of merging multiple devices into one, rapidly dissolved as the cell phone devoured any rival device.
Due to this technological metamorphosis, whole product categories have been ruined by the cell phone. The following is a memorial to the five devices that became victims of “techno-evolution.”
The Pager(Beeper)
One of the gadgets that everyone had to have, which the cell phone completely eliminated. At one time they were used by professionals to take business calls or voicemails when restrictions were placed on giving out their personal cell numbers, or use of a phone. The most notable users of pagers(aside from pimps and drug dealers)was in the medical field, were immediate contact and response is essential and without frequency interference to critical life sustaining devices. But, newer technologies have emerged to replace the pager within the healthcare setting.
The Ultra Mobile PC
When the Ultra Mobile PC was made, like the “Frankenstein” monster it was an experiment destined for failure. Occasionally an outfit will “exhume the remains,” redress for aesthetic appeal and market the thought once more. Again, cell phones caused the demise. With extremely high pricing, hard keyboard, and inefficient power source, the Ultra Mobile was nothing more than a miniature computer. The cell phone in contrast, offers an operating system and interface designed for the modest hardware on which it will run. Virtually inexpensive, and the power sustains for longer duration.
Even more so, cell phones have become more powerful. Essentially the iPhones, and Blackberry’s are nothing more than handheld computers which happen to have a phone attached.
The PDA
Or Psion Organizer was the combination of an address book, notepad, and electronic calendar. It was extremely challenging to use. Being as complex as it was, it took the cell phone to give it an abrupt end. The address book being the cause to it’s demise. It was inconceivable to generate a call and then physically imput the number. As a result of process improvement, the calendaring functions of cell phones improved and thus the PDA was downsized.
Landline Telephone
Until recently, research findings have estimated the number of households with only cell phones(14 percent)has surpased the percentage of homes with only landline phones(12.3 percent). This is mainly due to the number of younger adults who have become more dependent on the cell phone rather than the landline telephone, and want to leverage the costs associated with one source of communication instead of two.
Also, 911 calls are one of the main reasons to keep a landline because if an emergency exist, it’s directly linked to a single address for location purposes when emergency services responds. Another advantage is the reliability, voice quality, home security monitoring, and transmission issues(especially in rural areas)that exists with landline. And that’s until technology develops more efficient ways to provide those benefits with the cell phone, and then ultimately “pulling the plug” on life support.
Answering Machine
The common answering machine or TAD(Telephone Answering Device), uses voice commands to answer your phone whether you’re home, or not. It summons a pre-recorded message or outgoing message to the caller, and records a message from the caller, called an incoming message.
Since answering machines are connected to a landline telephone, if your line has transmission issues, you will lose messages. Voicemail but, is always reliable in that its generated through the service provider. Also, trying to retrieve messages out of the home is next to impossible with the answering machine.
Basically the answering machine is on “life-support” via the landline telephone, which is also awaiting it’s impending “doom.”
As the acceleration of convergence technology increases, the major problem but is if you were to loose your cell phone – you’ve lost ALL the data/number’s/music etc, that you’ve saved-right?
Ya just can’t win…

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Compare, compare, compare. There are many plans out there to fit nearly every need. Once you have determined the carrier(s) for your needs then it is time to look over the plans. The frequency and amount of usage along with the number and type of wireless devices you need and the range in which you will be calling all play a factor in choosing the appropriate plot. Overestimating your plotted usage may save you money in the long run. It is very simple to go over your minutes and this in turn can be quite costly.
Question about deals and package plans. New and better plot emerge on the market habitually, so keep this in mind and do your homework before continuing with an ancient plot.
Family plans can be a fantastic way to save on your wireless bill. Everyone is on one bill and minutes may be shared, phones may be offered as part of the package, additional lines are usually at a group rate. Some plans allow you to pick a certain number of callers to which you can make unlimited calls even outside our network; while other plans allow unlimited calling to callers within the same network.
Pre-paid plans help you control how many minutes and how much you are spending. If your phone usage is low or you want to be able to control usage to a certain level (for example this is a fantastic alternative for a college student) then a prepaid plot may best suit your needs.
Push to talk options can be convenient and a cost effective way keep in instant contact with others on your same network with this capability. This is frequently used by contractors and businesses that have workers in the field and enables talking to one or a team at one time.
Nights and weekend minutes can be limited or offered free and can add up to savings depending on your usage at these times. Different carriers determine what time their night and weekend rates apply to and these do vary from carrier to carrier.
Rollover minutes are part of some plans and can save you money when you can rollover or bank unused minutes from a previous month for later use.
Are you being charged for both incoming and outgoing calls? This is usually the case but not always.
Text messaging is another option on some phones. If this is something that you will be using often then a plot that offers a package deal may save you dollars as text message rates per message can add up quickly.
Be aware of roaming fees as these charges add up quickly. Activation fees, 411 fees, long distance fees, sending/receiving test messages and pictures can add up.
Length of plot, usually 1-2 years and contract stipulations for early termination need to be considered carefully. You may be offered a lower fee for your phone if you sign a longer contract but early termination fees can start at $150 and up. Be sure to check the grace period before signing.
Don’t sign up for services and options you don’t need or will use! Don’t feel pressured by salespersons; you can always add if you find you will need the feature. Pick the fit that is right for you. Check the grace period before you buy so in case you have second thoughts or are disappointed you will have recourse.

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Appearing during all 4 hours of the show, researcher William Thomas talked about the hazardous health effects of cell phones and wireless devices, as well dangers associated with chemtrails and weather modification. People are being subjected to “electromagnetic smog” invisibly spread by wireless routers, portable phones, and other devices, he said. Just a two-minute conversation on a cell phone causes the blood-brain barrier to open, making one susceptible to neuron hurt that might lead …

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Appearing during all 4 hours of the show, researcher William Thomas talked about the hazardous health effects of cell phones and wireless devices, as well dangers associated with chemtrails and weather modification. People are being subjected to “electromagnetic smog” invisibly spread by wireless routers, portable phones, and other devices, he said. Just a two-minute conversation on a cell phone causes the blood-brain barrier to open, making one susceptible to neuron hurt that might lead …

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