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40 percent of smartphone users would rather go a day without water than be without their phone Summer is a time when school is out and Americans venture outdoors to escape the heat at a local beach, pool or lake, take a vacation to their favorite campsite or explore an unseen location. However, outdoor activities often require unique safety precautions to protect against heat exhaustion, sunburn, dehydration, swimming accidents and other hazards. No doubt, smartphones will be in tow and utilized to enhance outdoor experiences. So, just like precautions are taken for personal and family safety, U.S. Cellular recommends specific device care for water and heat exposure. “It’s smart to protect devices during outdoor activities, and to be prepared with a plan to recover and restore an iPhone 7, Samsung Galaxy S8 or any other device,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “If a device is damaged by heat or water, there’s a risk that contacts, photos

Earning a sale is never easy. Research shows that it takes at least three interactions with your product or service to make one – sometimes, many, many more! So earning credibility, brand recognition and meaningful touch points with customers can be tough for businesses that are still growing. The prospect of hiring a PR firm can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. A PR Consultant can be a very affordable solution for firms that need incredible creativity, contacts and the ability to deliver ROI without big Agency overhead. There are some things companies can do to quick start their own PR efforts: PRESS RELEASE: Have you uncovered true innovation, invented a new product or modernized a service that changes the way business is done? Tell your story in a newsworthy press release. Maybe you don’t think that you have but a creative PR person can sometimes pull out the interesting, compelling and newsworthy topics that seem like everyday details in your line of work . Send thi

As children anxiously await the start of their summer breaks, many parents are wondering how they are going to entertain their kids, while also keeping their brains and bodies active. With more than 75 percent of children age 2 to 13 having access to smartphones, according to PlayScience, U.S. Cellular is recommending mobile apps to help parents reinforce learning and find ways to keep their children busy and occupied throughout the coming months.  “Today’s smartphones, such as the Samsung Aviator, provide several educational applications that can keep kids’ minds fresh during their long breaks from the classroom,” said Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “Not only can smartphones help parents organize and simplify their lives, these cutting-edge devices are a fun and interactive way for kids to learn over the summer months.”  Whether a child is borrowing his or her parent’s smartphone or using a mobile tablet, such as U.S. Cellular’s Samsung Gal

U.S. Cellular Provides Tips for Virginia Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday May 25-31 The 2011 Atlantic hurricane season produced a total of 19 tropical storms of which seven became hurricanes, including four major hurricanes. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) called 2011 the third-highest total since records began in 1851 and was well above the average of 11. In August 2011, Hurricane Irene caused several deaths in Virginia, which also sustained the second-largest power outage in state history. With hurricane and flood season just around the corner, you can get ready for severe weather now and save money too.  Stock up on supplies during the Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday in Virginia which takes place May 25–31.  During this holiday, shoppers can save taxes on cellphone batteries, chargers and many other items for their family emergency supply kit.  A full list of tax exempt items can be found at www.tax.virginia.gov or for more informati