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The reason LTE isn’t what’s holding up a Verizon iPhone

Rumors about a Verizon iPhone have swirled ever since the original’s introduction in 2007. Although many say the earliest Apple could go to Verizon is when LTE becomes available, that’s not necessarily the case. As more and more evidence of a Verizon-compatible…

The reason LTE isn't what's holding up a Verizon iPhone
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Pros and cons of AT&T’s new iPhone & iPad data plans

Today AT&T announced new data plans for smartphone & tablet devices – including the iPhone & iPad – that are causing quite the stir. While parts of the new plans are indeed better for customers, others are a complete & utter disaster…

Pros and cons of AT&T's new iPhone & iPad data plans
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Prevent spam text messages from getting to your AT&T iPhone

Are you and your iPhone victims of SMS spam? Text messages sent as mass emails from a computer can be blocked so you no longer constantly get bombarded with advertisements and junk. Although mobile phone spam isn’t…

Prevent spam text messages from getting to your AT&T iPhone
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Everything you need to know about MMS on your AT&T iPhone

Today is the big day that AT&T finally unleashed MMS (multimedia messaging service) for iPhone users. Most people are reporting success so far, while others are experiencing issues. And one issue might not be a real problem at all…

Everything you need to know about MMS on your AT&T iPhone
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iPhone 3-way conference call feature not working? The fix is in!

AT&T iPhone customers may experience a problem when attempting to use the device’s Merge Calls functionality. The reason behind the issue will likely ruffle a few feathers, but the solution is fairly straightforward. After purchasing my iPhone 3GS a month…

iPhone 3-way conference call feature not working? The fix is in!
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iPhone drama: True AT&T gripes vs. uninformed chatter, Part 2

The popular thing to do nowadays is relentlessly bash AT&T, but not all of it is warranted. In the followup to MacYourself’s first iPhone drama analysis, more sensitive subjects are addressed and brought to the forefront. Continuing the discussion…

iPhone drama: True AT&T gripes vs. uninformed chatter, Part 2
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iPhone drama: AT&T does not deserve (most of) the hate, Part 1

It’s become common practice for Apple loyalists, technology gurus, and the American media to bash AT&T and their iPhone exclusivity. When you really look at what they’ve done, don’t they deserve just a tiny bit of credit? Just like anything else…

iPhone drama: AT&T does not deserve (most of) the hate, Part 1
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Has Verizon totally given up competing against the iPhone?

During a recent trip to one of their retail stores I discovered Verizon is barely even trying to keep their customers from flocking to Apple’s iPhone. Are they giving in to defeat? What’s their game plan? Despite my love for nearly all things Apple, I have…

Has Verizon totally given up competing against the iPhone?
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12/14/08: Top 5 Apple news stories & headlines of the week

It was a fairly slow news week overall in Appleland. No juicy new products, but there were rumors galore about a DRM-free iTunes Store and the imminent 10.5.6 update coming sometime during the week. Alas, none of it was true. Someday…

12/14/08: Top 5 Apple news stories & headlines of the week
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Apple’s iPhone App Store is not a flea market for developers

There’s been a lot of chatter and controversy the past few weeks regarding Apple’s treatment of iPhone app developers, and it’s seemingly been growing louder and louder with each passing day. Everyone who’s making a big fuss needs to…

Apple\'s iPhone App Store is not a flea market for developers
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Text message fails on iPhone: “Error invalid number” notification

AT&T will say it’s Apple fault. Apple will say it’s AT&T’s fault. Either way, there’s a way to get rid of that nagging problem that won’t let you sent texts on your iPhone. I received a text from a friend of mine today, but when I went to reply…

Text message fails on iPhone: Error invalid number notification
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