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How do I cancel Boost auto-boost?! [solved]

Question. How do I cancel my Boost mobile “Auto-boost”, I want to go back to just manually re-boosting (recharging, topping up, etc.) my phone! So far, all I can find is this: To cancel out of Auto...

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Can I buy an Android App and use it on multiple devices? [SOLVED]

Question. Hello, I am used to the Apple App Store where one apple account can buy an app and then it can be used on any iOS iDevice that is tied to that apple account. How does this work on Android?...

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How much bandwidth does NetFlix streaming use? [DEFINITIVE ANSWER]

Q. Hello, I am in US and have netflix and want to stream movies but i also have a sucky monthly bandwidth cap of 12.5GB. I want to make sure I don’t go over my monthly limit. Can you tell me how much...

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What resolution is qHD? ANSWERED

Q. Hello. I am planning on getting a new Android smartphone. The web page talking about the phone says its screen is qHD resolution, what is that? -Cindy A. qHD resolution is 960×540. Resolution in...

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Travel router tips: use Android for Internet, Ethernet crossover cable for...

I have a makeshift travel office setup: Lenovo X220, Dell M6500, Dell 27″ LCD, keyboard, mouse and a couple Optimus V Android phones… Wifi Hotspot: useful for more than just internet connection...

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How to delete Android apps from Google Play [can't do it yet]

I recently contacted Google with the following question: Hello, Is there any way to hide apps so they don’t show up in the “My Android Apps” listing on the Google Play website? Reason for asking: I...

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4G internet access in Springfield MO

Recently I had a very pleasant surprise: Springfield MO has 4G cellular internet coverage! Specifically, Clear has some WiMax towers up covering quite a bit of Springfield as well as Ozark, Republic...

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Mod an Atrix lapdock to work with Motorola Photon, Electrify etc.

My Motorola Photon for Sprint arrives today and I am preparing for some lapdock modding! Here are a few good resources related to the Atrix lapdock + Photon as well as some resources comparing the...

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Motorola Bionic / Photon webtop/lapdock cables and hacks

Some misc links, threads and products related to interfacing Moto’s lapdocks with various Moto phones: Lapdock Extension...

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Download ShootMe 0.8.1.apk [latest for Android]

Here is a mirror of the highly useful ShootMe screen capture app for rooted Android users: NOTE: this app did not work on my rooted Motorola Photon Android phone, but it does work extremely well for...

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Who called me from (866) 542-6911? Answered

Q. Who called me from (866) 542-6911? A. This number is normally an automated call from Sprint asking you to answer a phone survey about your recent support session with them. If you miss the call,...

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Disable Sprint proxies for faster DL/UL speeds

I recently disabled the proxies that were set at the defaults on my Motorola Photon phone. After that, my 3G download speeds were noticeably faster 4G is spotty in my area but I will do more testing on...

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Verizon Double Data plan ANSWERS

I had some questions about the Verizon ‘Double Data’ promotion they are currently running. Here is the chat transcript of the questions I asked the Verizon representative. I hope these answers are...

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Automatic app download on iPhone iPod

Recently my iPod displayed a message telling me that I had purchased an app on my computer and that I could turn on automatic app downloads on my iOS device. Here are the steps to do so: Go to Home...

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Adjusting color balance on Android phones

One of the beautiful things about Android devices is that they are so configurable. Case in point, adjusting the color balance on my phone. My Motorola Photon has a nice resolution screen (256 PPI) but...

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Motorola OTA update for Photon (DETAILS)

Today I received a notification from Motorola about the availability of an OTA (over the air) update for my Photon. Down below you can find the full details.  But first, three important notes: If you...

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How to calibrate Motorola Photon extended battery

2012.07.20 UPDATE: So far the battery life with the extended battery is simply phenomenal! I recently purchased a Hyperion extended battery for my Motorola Photon (about $18 on Amazon). Mugen is...

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Best Motorola Photon Extended Battery AND Case!

Here is the best extended battery I have found for the Motorola Photon: Hyperion Motorola Photon 4G 3500mAh Extended Battery & Back Cover and here is a case that actually fits pretty well when the...

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Dodge City Kansas has Sprint 4G!

WiMax to be exact.  Downloads speeds were around 10mbs max, 5mbs min.  I did not have a chance to test the upload speeds. Device used for test: Motorola Photon Location of test: inside the Verizon...

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One of the first iPhone 5 cases

Well that didn’t take long! Here is one of the first iPhone 5 cases I have seen: (click the image below for the page that has larger photos and more info) Overall quality seems pretty good though some...

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