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Texting Behind The Wheel Could Cost You Your License [POLL/AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:11:45 +0000

If you’re one of those people who still ignores the law and talks or texts on a hand-held cell phone while driving you could soon be forced to do it from the passenger seat. A bi-partisan bill that has passed both houses of the legislature and now heads to Governor Chris Christie’s desk includes a [...]

My Amazing Grandmother – And Her Texts

Matt Ryan — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 23:15:45 +0000

When you think that our grandparents grew up without computers and even TV in some cases, it’s amazing that many older folks are adapting to new technology. This past Christmas we introduced my Grandmother to the cell phone and…texting. My Grandparents are inspirations. They are both in their 80s and still own and operate a [...]

Are You Still Talking While Driving? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:26:01 +0000

The dangers of using a hand-held cell phone while driving have been discussed and debated for years, but the fine for doing so remains one hundred dollars. That could soon change. Assemblyman Paul Moriarty is sponsoring a measure, to be considered today by the Law and Public Safety Committee, that “increases the fines to 200 [...]

Company Hosts 'No Text' Pledge Day [POLL]

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 18:16:20 +0000

Texting and driving is a dangerous combination and it seems no amount of laws or tickets is stopping it from happening. One company’s campaign hopes to encourage safer driving (and texting) habits. AT&T has named today their ‘No Text on Board’ Pledge Day as part of the ‘It Can Wait’ campaign. The National Safety Council [...]

Apple iPhone 5 Sold Out?

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:49:44 +0000

Were you hoping to get the new iPhone 5? Well unless you were early in line for today’s pre-order, you’ll have to wait. How long? Well, that depends. The pre-order started at 3:01 a.m. (12:01 a.m. Pacific time), and the limited inventory reportedly sold out in about an hour. There were some slight issues reported [...]

When Is Too Late (Or Early) To Call/Text? [POLL]

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:06:58 +0000

It’s definitely happened to you…you finally fall asleep and **ring** **ring**. You wake up in a stupor trying to figure out what that sound is, squint at the clock, and groggily answer the phone. “Hello?” “Oh…were you sleeping?” “IT’S 3 A.M.!!!! WHAT DO YOU THINK??” When it comes to phones, do you have a time [...]

This Is Crazy! Find Out What Your Cell Phone's Name Is

Matt Ryan — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:06:33 +0000

Did you know your cell phone has a first and last name? It’s true. Find out what it is after the jump! Follow this instructions in the yellow box below. In order for this to work, you must be logged into Facebook and enter your number in the “Leave A Comment” section below. Don’t worry, [...]

Have Cell Phones Made Us Addicted To Technology?

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:56:55 +0000

It wasn't long ago that none of us had cell phones. I remember when I first got one...I was almost 15, and my brother was about to get his driver's license...so I used that to convince my mom that we should both have one. You know, for safety. More than 10(!!) years later, and I can't remember what life was like before I had this electronic crutch.