Recent content by swebb

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    Are yearly prepaid phone plans worth it?

    I think so. You should be getting more data for that cost. You can get unlimited data on many other plans for the same or less monthly cost.
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    New Signal Icon

    I'm on T-Mobile towers via Mint Mobile. I just noticed a new icon appearing in the signal area of the display. It now says 5Guc. Googling it says this is T-Mobiles' ultra capacity network, which is a combination of high and/or mid-band frequencies. This is nothing different than what I...
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    Any actual downside to an unlocked phone?

    My gut reaction would have been that unlocked has no downside, but clearly there are advantages for some. So again it comes down to what works for you.
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    How do you guys purchase your phone? Directly from Samsung or from carrier?

    It certainly depends on the individual. Myself, I prefer unlocked and will buy from whatever reputable seller offers the lowest net price, including possible trade-in. A simple trade-in process is nice. For example, Best Buy and Google are both offering the same list price, trade-in value for...
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    Voicemail issue

    VVM has been wonky for me at times. I'm on Mint Mobile also. It works fine for a while then I get a message that it's unavailable and needs to reconnect. It always comes back after a few hours, so I'm just ignoring it now.
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    What Happened to Forum Shortcut From Homepage?

    FWIW, the shortcut was just like it is on the Toms Guide homepage.
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    What Happened to Forum Shortcut From Homepage?

    The shortcut was on the line near the top that has "phones", "wearables", etc shortcuts.
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    What Happened to Forum Shortcut From Homepage?

    Yes, me too. But it shouldn't have to be that difficult. The forums seem to be slowly dying and this doesn't help.
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    What Happened to Forum Shortcut From Homepage?

    Title says it all. Shortcut has disappeared from homepage.
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    Pixel 9 on AT&T anyone?

    I don't have a definitive answer, but I believe that carriers have some control over these settings. Seem to remember reading that these settings can differ on the same phone, depending on the carrier. If you're finding others with this issue on the internet, it's pretty certain that ATT...
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    Google trade in

    Yes, they're quick to process the credit. Around 2-4 business days at worst,
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    What did you think of the live event and Jimmy Fallon?

    Totally agree. He is always doing things to make himself the center of attention. Facial expressions during interviews. Interjecting commentary during interviews, instead of letting the guest talk. Making jokes to gain attention, etc. Can't stand to watch him. I can only imagine what he's like...
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    Annual question

    All depends on the trade-in for me also. I'm getting off the new phone every year train, and looking to downsize the model (currently P9Pro). Want to get a phone that I'll keep for a few years. I just don't use many of the features in the pro model, so seriously considering the "a" series.