Blogs
Spy on your spouse’s cell phone?
Want to install spyware on your spouse’s cell phone? According to HackerforhireUSA.com, the practice of installing spyware on a spouse’s cell phone or computer is increasing. So much for trusting your spouse. (more…)
Buyer Beware! Stolen Cell Phone Sold on eBay
Florida woman buys a stolen BlackBerry on eBay. Imagine this 45 year old woman’s surprise when she bought the used BlackBerry Smartphone on eBay, called Sprint to have it activated, only to have Sprint tell her the phone was reported stolen and not eligible to be activated. (more…)
Cell Phones – An Easy Target for ID Theft
Beware of Smartphone hackers! According to a recent report by CBS News reporter Rebecca Jarvis, if you use your cell phone for online banking, buying tickets at places like Ticketmaster, or any other online purchasing, you are at risk to have your ID stolen. (more…)
News
California Bill to Impose Severe Fines for Smuggling Cell Phones into Prisons
California prison officials seized nearly 7,000 cell phones last year. This growing problem is being addressed by a bill sponsored by Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of Los Angeles. The bill would impose a $5000 for smuggling a cell phone into a California prison. (more…)
Cell Phones in Haiti are key to emergency services
Just 2 days after the earthquake of January 12, 2010 hit Haiti, the first ever EIR (Emergency Information Service) was set up and in place to help. The goal was to provide SMS messaging on cell phones to the disaster-torn country. Working with InSTEDD, the Haitians were able to sign up for a free subscription to the Digicel and Comcel networks to receive our free Creole-language alerts. (more…)
Truckers Face Severe Fines for Texting
The U.S. DOT (Department of Transportation) clamps down on truckers and bus drivers. Commercial drivers now face a fine of up to $2,500 for texting or using hand held cell phones while driving. (more…)
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