4th of July Hours

This Friday is the 4th of July.  The 238th anniversary of our request for independence from England.  Since that time, we have become the greatest nation on earth.  And, yes, I have visited a few and, yes, there were some restrictions.  Some not so many.  I learned to appreciate freedom of speech, electricity and hot water - not always in that order.

We want our employees to celebrate the 4th with as much joy as possible, so we will not be open this Friday.  We will open on Saturday and Sunday.

For those going out of town, drive carefully.  And, should your phone  get dropped, wet or any other such "illness,"  CellPhone Doctor is here to help.

Free Apps from Amazon

Free stuff:  Amazon is giving away apps through Saturday midnight.  But, please note, I had Splashtop, and they are no longer supporting this app.  Don't download that one.  But, there are a few I'm going for because I have the free version and would like the full version.  So, here goes.

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Amazon-giving-away-100-worth-of-Android-apps-through-Saturday-midnight_id57614

Come visit us

Tired of your old phone?  Want to try a different style/model?  We have almost 600 phones between our 2 stores just waiting for you to buy.  And, we have more online at our website.  All major carriers covered.  Check us out at:

• 10478 Shelbyville Road (next door to the Fresh Market)
• 5227 Dixie Highway  

We are looking forward to assisting you in your search.

Google I/O

The next big event - June 25th in San Francisco.

http://www.phonearena.com/news/What-to-expect-at-Google-IO-2014-Android-5.0-Lollipop-new-Nexus-and-smartwatches_id57313

Just How Old Are You?

For those of you who remember, this is how old you are...

Beam me up, Scottie...

The new Amazon Fire Phone includes Firefly.  Firefly scans and identifies real world objects and can help you see it in 3-D.  Look around the building, on top of the building, etc.  I don't know if it can scan for life forms yet, but maybe next year. :)

http://gearburn.com/2014/06/amazons-fire-phone-with-firefly-it-scans-and-identifies-real-world-objects/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+gearburn+%28Gearburn%29&utm_content=Netvibes

Breathe...

Because sometimes you just need to take a breath...here is Monet.

Creating a Portable Hotspot

So, how do I create a portable hotspot on my Android device?

http://www.phonearena.com/news/How-to-create-a-portable-hotspot-on-your-Android-device-and-share-your-mobile-data-via-Wi-Fi-or-USB_id57224

Amazon's First Cell Phone

I love Amazon.  Have from its very beginning.  I am curious regarding their new cell phone.  I know my 2 Kindles have been quality items.  The apps I've downloaded have been quality.  It might be time to change my phone service.;)

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Amazon-Appstore-now-has-over-240000-apps-Kindle-Fire-developers-often-getting-paid-better-than-on-other-platforms_id57193

I Wish I Had Gone to E3

http://gearburn.com/2014/06/16-epic-snaps-of-e3-2014-that-will-make-you-wish-you-were-there/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+gearburn+%28Gearburn%29&utm_content=Netvibes

Hello, Nintendo

You can never have too much Mario or Zelda.  Ever.

http://gearburn.com/2014/06/reddit-leaks-full-game-list-for-nintendos-e3-showroom/

To Coexist:

COEXIST:
verb \ˌkō-ig-ˈzist\
: to exist together or at the same time
: to live in peace with each other

What Gadgetry is Possible Today?

How much gadgetry in Sci-Fi movies are truly possible today?  They say the mother of invention is necessity.  I'm going to say, the mother of invention is curiosity.  Can it be done?  Can I make it so?

http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2014/06/09/edge-tomorrow-future-tech-innovations/

Hate - A 4-Letter Word

Have you seen the amount of hate out there on the internet? Now that a full-time audience is available every day, all day, the hate seems to come out more than any "like." And, it's not just "I hate this" or "I hate that." It's down and dirty hate. It's disgusting hate. People talk about other people with a total lack of respect. You wanted to know where the kids are getting their ideas? I know it's not TV or video games. My kids would be stone cold killers if that were true. The hate is learned from their parents, their parents 2000 "friends," and so on. So, we still teach those we know about hate. And, yes, it is our fault. I don't allow that kind of garbage on my page. If you don't know someone and they have done absolutely nothing to you, then how can you treat them like they are less than you. I don't have 2000 friends, and I don't spew hatred. I have 20 friends, and I like each and every one of them. And, the only person I hated did me some serious wrong. Hate is a 4-letter word and should be treated with caution.

The New & Improved LG G3

Here is the ultimate review on the LG G3. 

http://www.engadget.com/2014/06/05/lg-g3-review/#continued

What you get from a $10K phone

For $10,000 you can now get the Vertu Signature Touch cell phone.  Each one is handcrafted by one craftsman.  It comes with 24-hour concierge service all around the world, which includes access to invite-only events. Extraordinary performance, guaranteed security.  Everything you could possibly want in a smartphone.  Check it out.

http://www.vertu.com/en/signature-touch/design

Father's Day Ideas

Father's Day is June 15th.  Instead of "surprising" him with lunch and a card, get him an updated cell phone.  You know what he needs.  Then take a little time and show him the basics.  Great father / child time spent together regardless of age(s).