It’s quickly becoming a problem of modern life: you run out of data near the end of your billing cycle. If you upgrade next month, you’ll get locked into paying for more than you need each month. So, what do you do? Many people choose to go over their data allotment and pay the overage charge “just this once.” This will never be the case with Twigby! Not only do we not lock you into a contract, we also don’t force you to accept overage charges. This is done by providing you with the option to turn on our free overage protection! You might be wondering how that helps if you’re still running out of data each month. Read on for tips about how to get the most out of your smartphone data plan. Continue reading “Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Smartphone Data Plan”
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Why You Should Ditch Your 2-Year Cell Phone Contract and Pass on Phone Financing
What if someone told you that you don’t have to be stuck in a cell phone contract anymore to get good service? Nor is it necessary to finance your phone on a monthly payment plan and upgrade it every two years? 2-year cell phone contracts and phone financing have become a thing of the past. Additionally, many people are stepping away from upgrading their phone through financing. Sure, there could be circumstances where someone might need to have the newest and latest phone gadget, but is that you? If you are someone who doesn’t need the absolute latest technology packed into your smart phone, you will want to read more. Continue reading “Why You Should Ditch Your 2-Year Cell Phone Contract and Pass on Phone Financing”
Kids’ Internet Safety Tips and Information
Has your child been asking you if they can create an account on social media sites like Facebook or YouTube? If they haven’t, they probably will start soon. Maybe you’re wondering when the time is right to let kids use social media and the whole internet. Don’t worry—you’re not alone. The question is raised more frequently in households everywhere as social media has become part of most people’s daily life. While children under the age of 13 cannot have accounts across various social media platforms (and rightfully so), Messenger for Kids and YouTube’s safety features are just two of many ways to gradually and safely introduce your child to the online realm. Continue reading “Kids’ Internet Safety Tips and Information”
Stay Connected for Free While Traveling Outside the Country
It’s easy to imagine not having cell phone service while traveling to Canada, Mexico, and actually anywhere internationally since most U.S. companies primary work within the U.S. There are solutions though. In today’s world, internet access is abundant and there is usually a free wi-fi network that you can use to stay connected to people back home. There are also many free apps that are designed to keep you connected while traveling internationally.
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How to Quickly Block Unwanted Calls and Text Messages Straight From Your Phone
Do you ever get calls or text messages from unknown numbers? They are annoying, we know. However, when it comes to blocking those unwanted numbers and only receiving calls and text messages from your contact list, you’ve got options. If the phone call is a robocall, you can report the call to the FTC. Some phones have native number blocking abilities. That means you can block numbers from calling or texting you in your phone’s settings. If your phone does not have native number blocking abilities and you have a smartphone, you can download free apps that will help you block unwanted calls and text messages. Even if your smartphone does have native number blocking abilities, it doesn’t hurt to download a free app and simply go the extra mile to help stop an unwanted call or text.
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Setting up Google Play Store Parental Controls for Kids
The Google Play Store offers so many apps. It’s not an exaggeration when they say there is an app for everything. As a parent, you could be concerned that your child will have access to apps or other content that is not appropriate. Another worry could be that your child may go on a spending spree on games and apps. Rest assured, the Google Play Store does have great parental controls that can be set up to prevent those kinds of situations from happening. At Twigby, we feel it is important that parents are informed about the Google Play Store parental controls. Continue reading “Setting up Google Play Store Parental Controls for Kids”