--- title: Wireless Technology Blog | Viaero Wireless | John Adams description: Read blog posts by John Adams, covering wireless industry topics such as smartphone security, best way to use your tablet and much more. --- [![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 ## John Adams ![John Adams](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/0b002d57ad2da60a8b6b245cef47c7fc) Read blog posts by John Adams, covering wireless industry topics such as smartphone security, best way to use your tablet and much more. ### Recent Posts ## [4 Ways to Make Old Smartphones Work for You](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-ways-to-make-old-smartphones-work-for-you) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Sep 20, 2017 11:13:38 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![old-phone-use-blog-square.jpg](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/old-phone-use-blog-square.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-ways-to-make-old-smartphones-work-for-you)       However much you love your smartphone, you’ll eventually be looking for an upgrade. You may want the latest version of your current model or to try a new model, or your phone may just be getting old and “beat up.” But what are you supposed to do with your old smartphone when it’s time to upgrade? Here are four ways to make your old smartphone work for you, rather than letting it sit around collecting dust. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-ways-to-make-old-smartphones-work-for-you) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-ways-to-make-old-smartphones-work-for-you#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [Who Upgrades Their Phones More Often?](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/who-upgrades-their-phones-more-often) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Jun 23, 2017 10:55:49 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![couple with phones to ears.jpg](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/couple%20with%20phones%20to%20ears.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/who-upgrades-their-phones-more-often)     Wireless consumers are loyal to their favorite mobile devices. They’re accustomed to either Android or Apple operating systems (OS) and they’re also particular about using certain models of smartphones. Everyone loves getting all the latest smartphone features, but which users are more likely to upgrade from their current device? [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/who-upgrades-their-phones-more-often) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/who-upgrades-their-phones-more-often#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [4 Tips to Secure Your Parents’ Smartphone Use](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-tips-to-secure-your-parents-smartphone-use) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on May 15, 2017 10:25:06 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![elder couple looking at phone.jpg](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/elder%20couple%20looking%20at%20phone.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-tips-to-secure-your-parents-smartphone-use)     If you’re under 40, you’re probably familiar with the wireless world we live in. Teens are even more so, since they’ve barely known life without smartphones. But many parents, including Baby Boomers, are still learning the ropes. When your parents got their first smartphone, you probably sat down and tutored them on using new features. But did you remember to teach them basic smartphone security before you showed them how to work the camera or sign in to Facebook? If not, here are four smartphone privacy and security tips to pass along to your less technologically savvy family members. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-tips-to-secure-your-parents-smartphone-use) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/4-tips-to-secure-your-parents-smartphone-use#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [What Works Best for You? Unlimited or Shared Data](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-works-best-for-you-unlimited-or-shared-data) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Apr 3, 2017 3:59:22 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![girl smile w pink phone.jpg](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/girl%20smile%20w%20pink%20phone.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-works-best-for-you-unlimited-or-shared-data)     When you’re choosing a wireless plan, you’re often faced with a huge decision: unlimited or shared data? Everything you do on your cell phone uses mobile data, including calling and texting. Mobile data usage is calculated using gigabytes (GB). Voice calls and texts use such a small amount of data that most carriers don’t count their usage against monthly data plans. But for sending pictures, posting status updates, checking email, or just accessing the internet, wireless carriers do keep track of data usage. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-works-best-for-you-unlimited-or-shared-data) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-works-best-for-you-unlimited-or-shared-data#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [What Are the Top Uses for Smartphones?](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-are-the-top-uses-for-smartphones) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Jan 9, 2017 2:27:21 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Text and Talk are most used cell phone features](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/cell-users-blog-text-talk-graphic.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-are-the-top-uses-for-smartphones)     The days of cell phones being used as talk-only devices are long gone. A survey from Deloitte found that average users [check their phone 47 times a day](https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/technology-media-and-telecommunications/articles/global-mobile-consumer-survey-us-edition.html), and an Apple security briefing reported that their average users [unlock their phones around 80 times a day](http://www.theverge.com/2016/4/18/11454976/apple-iphone-use-data-unlock-stats). What are people actually doing on their smartphones with so many phone checks, and how do you stack up against them? [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-are-the-top-uses-for-smartphones) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/what-are-the-top-uses-for-smartphones#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [5 Benefits of Prepaid (aka Burner) Phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/5-benefits-of-prepaid-aka-burner-phones) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Oct 5, 2016 10:34:47 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Prepaid phones](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/Girl_on_road.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/5-benefits-of-prepaid-aka-burner-phones)     Prepaid or “burner” phones are affordable, throwaway cellphones often used on a temporary basis. Not all wireless users require a high-performance mobile device, a permanent phone number, or a device fit for long-term use. But there are advantages to these prepaid phones. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/5-benefits-of-prepaid-aka-burner-phones) 7 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/5-benefits-of-prepaid-aka-burner-phones#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones), [Technology](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/technology) ## [Visual Voicemail for Smartphone Users](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/visual-voicemail-for-smartphone-users) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Aug 22, 2016 10:27:19 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Visual Voicemail and VMail App](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/VMail-Phone-In-Hand.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/visual-voicemail-for-smartphone-users)     Visual Voicemail is one of many recent mobile features providing users with more efficient use of their devices. Checking and organizing voice messages are tasks made simple when utilizing visual voicemail technology and apps. The feature saves time and serves as a sort of personal assistant when managing voicemail functions. [Read More](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/visual-voicemail-for-smartphone-users) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/visual-voicemail-for-smartphone-users#comments-listing) Topics: [cell phones](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/topic/cell-phones) ## [8 Creative Uses for Your Cell Phone Camera](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/8-creative-uses-for-your-cell-phone-camera) Posted by [John Adams](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/author/john-adams) on Aug 10, 2016 2:56:11 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Cell_phone_cameras_pic.jpg](https://blog.viaero.com/hubfs/Blog/Tech/Cell_phone_cameras_pic.jpg)](https://blog.viaero.com/tech/8-creative-uses-for-your-cell-phone-camera)     A cell phone isn’t a cell phone unless it’s equipped with a camera. Popular smartphone devices boast the latest features of their built-in digital cameras with the release of each new model. Our mobile cameras can take a basic picture, but there are some other uses too. 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