--- title: Wireless Technology Blog | Viaero Wireless | Helen Akers (3) description: Wireless, cellphones and high speed Internet technology blog from Viaero Wireless. (3) --- [![Viaero Wireless Logo](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Viaero_March2018%20Theme/images/viaero-logo3609e0925fa06ab09c57ff07008bad5b.png)](https://www.viaero.com/) - [877-484-2376](tel:8774842376) - [Find a Store](https://stores.viaero.com/) - [Cart](https://www.viaero.com/shop/view-cart) - Search - [My Viaero](http://myviaero.com) - PLANS - Cellphone Plans - [Student Plan](https://info.viaero.com/student-unlimited-plan-01) - Internet Plans - [ConnectED Program](https://info.viaero.com/connected) - DEALS - Sales & Promotions - [Student Unlimited](https://info.viaero.com/student-unlimited-plan-01) - [FREE Phones w/ Prepaid](https://info.viaero.com/prepaid-promo) - SUPPORT - Help Center - [My Viaero](https://app.idibilling.com/onlinebill/via02_p_production/) # Viaero Technology Blog ## Helen Akers ### Recent Posts ## [A Cord Cutting Guide: How to Get the Best Deal](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/a-cord-cutting-guide-how-to-get-the-best-deal) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on May 1, 2019 4:31:43 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Cord Cutting Guide: Streaming Options](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/cord%20cut%20guide%20blog%20banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/a-cord-cutting-guide-how-to-get-the-best-deal) Cutting the cord is a phrase that evokes a sense of freedom from high-priced cable bills. The phrase even signals freedom from the boring channels and content no one wants to watch. But, can switching to a streaming service really save you money and give you all of the shows you want? Let’s look at all the factors you’ll need to consider before making the switch. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/a-cord-cutting-guide-how-to-get-the-best-deal) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/a-cord-cutting-guide-how-to-get-the-best-deal#comments-listing) Topics: [wireless](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/wireless), [Sling TV](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/sling-tv), [tv](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/tv), [entertainment](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/entertainment), [streaming](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/streaming) ## [4 Key Advantages to Buying Smartphones from Your Carrier](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-key-advantages-to-buying-smartphones-from-your-carrier) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Mar 8, 2019 3:40:39 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Advantages of buying a smartphone from your carrier](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/BYOD-blog-banner-B.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-key-advantages-to-buying-smartphones-from-your-carrier) Have you ever wondered if it’s better to purchase your next smartphone from your wireless carrier, activate an older device you already own, or purchase from a third-party such as Amazon? While the answer can depend on your service plan and the type of phone you want, there are several crucial advantages to purchasing a phone directly from your carrier. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-key-advantages-to-buying-smartphones-from-your-carrier) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-key-advantages-to-buying-smartphones-from-your-carrier#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [smartphone](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/smartphone), [wireless](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/wireless), [carrier](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/carrier) ## [11 Tips Everyone Should Know About Smartphones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/11-tips-everyone-should-know-about-smartphones) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Feb 20, 2019 4:29:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Smartphone Knowledge](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/novice-phone-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/11-tips-everyone-should-know-about-smartphones) Many of us think of a smartphone as a device we can use to make calls, send text messages, or gather information through web browsers or apps. While these are common uses, smartphones can perform more advanced functions including substituting as a remote for your TV. Besides what a phone can do, there are things to look for and consider before purchasing a new device. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/11-tips-everyone-should-know-about-smartphones) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/11-tips-everyone-should-know-about-smartphones#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [smartphone](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/smartphone), [apps](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/apps) ## [How Technology Is Changing Gen X's Entertainment Viewing](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/how-technology-is-changing-gen-x-ers-entertainment-viewing) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Feb 1, 2019 11:40:41 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Technology Changing How to View Entertainment](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/change-tech-view-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/how-technology-is-changing-gen-x-ers-entertainment-viewing) Generation X witnessed one of the most progressive evolutions in home entertainment over the past few decades. Some of the milestones experienced by this generational cohort included the introduction of cable and satellite television, video game consoles, pay per view and on-demand television, and the rise of the Internet and streaming video services. While Generation X has seen some of the widest scopes of changes in technology and home entertainment, viewing live TV is still important to them. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/how-technology-is-changing-gen-x-ers-entertainment-viewing) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/how-technology-is-changing-gen-x-ers-entertainment-viewing#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [internet](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/internet), [entertainment](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/entertainment), [Gen X](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/gen-x) ## [3 High-Speed Internet Trends You May Not Know](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-high-speed-internet-trends-you-may-not-know) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Jan 11, 2019 11:34:51 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![High-speed internet trends](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/internet-trends-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-high-speed-internet-trends-you-may-not-know) High-speed internet is no longer considered a luxury. Instead, it has become a standard and necessity that continues to evolve both in terms of capacity and capability. As the use and adoption of broadband internet increases, new developments have emerged, such as localized community broadband initiatives, faster technology, and plans for reinventing and expanding existing technology. From Elon Musk’s plans to launch a global satellite-based internet network to rural communities building broadband networks, the evolution of high-speed internet is being driven by social needs. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-high-speed-internet-trends-you-may-not-know) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-high-speed-internet-trends-you-may-not-know#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [internet](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/internet), [rural](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/rural) ## [6 Reasons Viewers Use a Second Screen While Watching TV](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/6-reasons-viewers-use-a-second-screen-while-watching-tv) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Jan 2, 2019 4:24:29 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Second screen use with TV](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/tv-screens-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/6-reasons-viewers-use-a-second-screen-while-watching-tv) Multitasking in front of the television screen is on the rise, according to a recent [Nielsen report](https://techcrunch.com/2018/12/12/nielsen-the-second-screen-is-booming-as-45-often-or-always-use-devices-while-watching-tv/). Approximately 45% of adults state they use a second screen quite often or always when they’re watching television. This percentage reflects a growing number of people who use their smartphones, tablets, or laptops during shows and movies. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/6-reasons-viewers-use-a-second-screen-while-watching-tv) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/6-reasons-viewers-use-a-second-screen-while-watching-tv#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [tablets](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/tablets), [smartphone](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/smartphone), [tv](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/tv) ## [3 Common Reasons Why Your Smartphone Isn’t Working](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-common-reasons-why-your-smartphone-isnt-working) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Dec 17, 2018 11:14:13 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Reasons Smartphone Isn't Working](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/phone-not-working-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-common-reasons-why-your-smartphone-isnt-working) With increasing costs, people are waiting longer to upgrade their smartphones, according to [Andy Meek of BGR](https://bgr.com/2018/10/29/smartphone-upgrade-cycle-new-data/). The average time someone waits for an upgrade is now 2.83 years. iPhone users are waiting for slightly longer with an average of 2.92 years. This means the typical smartphone is getting used more often and is sustaining more wear and tear. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-common-reasons-why-your-smartphone-isnt-working) 5 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/3-common-reasons-why-your-smartphone-isnt-working#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [smartphone](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/smartphone) ## [It’s Your TV…Any Device, Anytime, Anywhere](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/its-your-tv-any-device-anytime-anywhere) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Dec 3, 2018 12:52:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Sling TV with Viaero](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/sling-promo-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/its-your-tv-any-device-anytime-anywhere) Video and entertainment content streaming on wireless devices is growing and we know many of you are joining this trend. We’ve been listening to the fact that you’re using Viaero’s cutting-edge wireless services and technologies in this way. That’s why we’ve expanded our partnership with DISH Networks this holiday season to make it easier for you to use Sling TV. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/its-your-tv-any-device-anytime-anywhere) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/its-your-tv-any-device-anytime-anywhere#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [wireless](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/wireless), [Sling TV](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/sling-tv) ## [5 Ways to Save Money on Smartphones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/five-ways-to-save-money-on-smartphones) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Oct 26, 2018 12:14:18 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Ways to save money on smartphones](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/save-on-phone-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/five-ways-to-save-money-on-smartphones) The cost of a new smartphone can seem out of reach for those on fixed or moderate incomes. Even those who have a good degree of discretionary income might balk at the idea of paying today’s prices. With the average smartphone lasting only two to three years, high costs can seem like an unsound investment. Luckily, there are several ways you can save money when it’s time to purchase a new device. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/five-ways-to-save-money-on-smartphones) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/five-ways-to-save-money-on-smartphones#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology), [smartphone](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/smartphone) ## [4 Impacts of Smartphone Use Differences in Multi-generational Households](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-impacts-of-smartphone-use-differences-in-multi-generational-households) Posted by [Helen Akers](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/helen-akers) on Oct 17, 2018 9:14:12 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Smartphones in Multigenerational Households](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Generations-blog-banner.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-impacts-of-smartphone-use-differences-in-multi-generational-households) The multi-generational household is making a comeback, according to a 2016 study by [Pew Research Center](http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/04/05/a-record-64-million-americans-live-in-multigenerational-households/). The study determined multi-generational households had at least two different adult generations living together or grandparents and grandchildren younger than 25 living in the same house. Approximately 64 million Americans now live in households with more than one generation. Growing diversity, economic pressures, and preferences for interdependence are the main reasons for the returning trend. 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