Tip #3,991 Keep phone numbers to your electric, cable, gas, internet service and phone company in a central location or saved in your cell phone in case of an outage. Home & Garden cell phone + organization + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,896 Have each of your children memorize your cell phone number. If helpful, make it into a song or game. Parenting cell phone + kids + safety + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,016 Pick an evening each week to be technology free as a family. No television, computers or other electronic devices. Come up with fun unplugged activities to do as a family. Parenting computer + cell phone + tv + web + tablet + social media + family + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,657 Use a headset to keep your skin from being irritated by your phone. Wellness skincare + cell phone + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,716 If paying by the minute for long distance calling, set a timer before making a call so you can better track your time and save money. Money cell phone + savings + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,265 • 2 people found helpful Many employers offer discount plans with certain cell phone companies. Check with your HR department before purchasing a new cell phone plan. Money cell phone + employment + savings + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,454 • 2 people found helpful If you don't have a battery backup for your alarm clock, set your cell phone alarm before going to bed on a stormy night in case the power goes out. Tech cell phone + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,260 • 2 people found helpful If an application causes your computer (or other device) to run slower, consider reverting to an earlier version of the application. Tech computer + cell phone + tablet + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,151 • 4 people found helpful Don't encourage talking on a cell phone while driving. If you call someone and they are driving, tell them you will call them later. Risking an accident is not worth it. Relationships cell phone + communication + safety + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,136 • 4 people found helpful If you find writing and carrying flashcards cumbersome, search the web for sites where you can make online flashcards to use on your smartphone or computer. Education cell phone + studying + web + learning + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,975 • 3 people found helpful If you like recording meetings or verbal reminders for yourself, look into recording apps that can be used on an iPhone or other devices. Tech cell phone + communication + getting things done + web + tablet + meetings + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,964 • 3 people found helpful Consider investing in earbuds with a microphone so you can multitask while on the phone. Fold laundry, put away dishes or do some walking while conversing. Tech cell phone + communication + productivity + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,950 • 3 people found helpful Avoid entering names of affection such as mom or dad in your cell phone. If stolen, the thief will not be able to contact those close to you to obtain personal information on you. Tech cell phone + safety + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,884 • 6 people found helpful Keep the numbers stored in your cell phone also saved in another location in case your phone becomes lost or breaks. Tech cell phone + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,138 • 7 people found helpful Keep a cell phone charger that is compatible with a car lighter in your car to make sure you always have a charged cell phone when driving. Home & Garden cell phone + safety + car + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,651 • 8 people found helpful When leaving a voicemail, state your phone number slowly and repeat it. You are familiar with your number, but the person you are calling is not. Make it easy for them to return your call. Tech cell phone + communication + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,355 • 8 people found helpful Take the time to help older friends and relatives learn to use technology that will make their lives easier. Your investment of a little time will likely make a huge difference in their lives. Tech computer + cell phone + giving back + tablet + friend + family + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,702 • 7 people found helpful Consider your texting habits in relationship to your cell plan. We often send unnecessary texts and this may be fine or it may be costing a lot of money. Money cell phone + savings + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,701 • 9 people found helpful Consider sharing a cell phone plan with extended family members or friends. You can often save a lot of money with a group plan. Money cell phone + savings + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,146 • 12 people found helpful • 1 List Exercise your hand after too much texting by holding your palm out and spreading your fingers as far apart as possible. Hold for 10 seconds then release, wait a few seconds then repeat a few times. Tech cell phone + exercise + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
