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Manage Your Verizon Account on the Go with this Useful App for iOS

Even if you get a generous wireless plan, it can be difficult to keep track your total usage every month. If you’re not careful, you could end up incurring overuse charges.

With the My Verizon Mobile app for iOS, you’ll have a much easier time managing your account. This wonderful app allows you to pay your bill, change calling plans, and check your minute, text, and data usage with the touch of a screen. After downloading this free app, you may never see an overage charge ever again.

If you’d like to make any changes to your current wireless plan, come by The Wireless Center. We can also help you find a smartphone or tablet that will keep you better connected. For more information, call us today at (888) 437-1761. 

The Biggest Differences between Android and iOS

Today, the average smartphone has more computing power than the personal computers of the 1990s. When you think about it, owning an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy is basically like walking around with a sophisticated computer in your pocket. As with any other personal computer, a smartphone has to have an operating system. Here’s a quick look at two of today’s most popular smartphone operating systems: Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS.       

• Exclusivity
  iOS is used exclusively for Apple products, including the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Android, on the other hand, is the operating system for a wide variety of smartphones and tablets, including the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, Motorola Xoom, and the HTC Thunderbolt.
• Ease of Use
  Apple’s iOS is widely considered to be more user friendly than the Android operating system. The touchscreen technology behind iOS is a bit more responsive and intuitive than Android’s and is better for those who are new to smartphones. Also, iOS looks and feels a lot like OS X, making it familiar territory for those who already own a Mac.
• Customization
  When it comes to customization, Android is the decided winner. Android allows you to customize virtually any part of your interface, while iOS only permits you to customize how your apps are laid out. If you’d like your phone to more closely resemble your tastes, you’d probably prefer a phone that uses an Android OS.
• Available Apps 
  As smartphones and tablets become more popular, the number of available apps is quickly increasing. Still, there are far more apps for iOS than for Android—about 500,000 to Android’s 250,000.

If you’d like to know more about the differences between iOS and Android, come by The Wireless Center. We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service, as well as our wide selection of smartphones and tablets. If you call us today at (888) 437-1761, we’ll get started finding the right gadget and wireless plan for you.   

Will These iPhone 5 Rumors Ring True?

Nearly five years ago, hundreds of thousands of people rushed to purchase the first iPhone, which many saw as the next step in mobile phone technology. Today, the recently released iPhone 4S makes the original iPhone seem primitive by comparison—and the iPhone 5, which should be announced any day now, is expected to be unlike any smartphone seen before. Here’s a look at some of the leading rumors surrounding the iPhone 5:

• New Style
  Though the iPhone has always looked great, the iPhone 5 is expected to be even more sleek and elegant. Rumors say that the back of the iPhone 5 will be made of curved metal for easier handheld use and that it will be the thinnest model yet. Many experts are also expecting a larger screen—perhaps as large as 4.6 inches.
• More Power 
  Considering consumers’ demand for faster speeds, the iPhone 5 will have to be quite powerful. Some reports say that the iPhone 5 will have a quad-core processor to run its operating system, iOS 5. The iPhone 5 is also expected to have 1 GB of RAM.
• Better Camera
  The stellar camera of the iPhone 4S will only get better with the iPhone 5. It will have at least 8 megapixels, allowing for incredibly high-resolution pictures and video. Sony, which made the cameras for the past two iPhone models, say they have developed an even more sophisticated CMOS image sensor that could appear in the iPhone 5.
• 4G LTE Support
  The past few months have seen a number of phones released with 4G LTE capabilities—it would be surprising if the iPhone 5 didn’t keep up. 4G LTE refers to the latest generation of mobile connectivity and provides much faster internet speeds.

When the iPhone 5 is finally released, you’ll be able to get it at The Wireless Center. If you can’t wait any longer, come take a look at all of the 4G smartphones and tablets we already have in stock. We can also help you find the Verizon wireless plan that best suits your needs. For more information, call us today at (888) 437-1761.    

Learn More About The Hottest Devices in 2012!

With all the features available on today’s complex smartphones, you probably have a lot of questions about what your device can do for you. Thankfully, your nearest Verizon provider and the helpful links below can break down a smartphone’s best features. Get in touch with The Wireless Center and find your new smartphone today by calling (888) 437-1761.

• Compare the new iPad to its predecessor with this side-by-side analysis.
• Use this PCMag.com review to choose the best tablet for your surfing and streaming needs.
• PCWorld.com identifies 10 of the hottest smartphones on the market.
• Get the scoop on the iPad 3 with this TechRadar.com tablet review.
• Apple.com explores all the amazing features the new iPad has to offer.