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05/04/2013
FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement.
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05/04/2013
FCC 'Bill Shock' Rules Require Alerts About Overages for cell phone users - April 17, 2013 announcement.
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11/12/2012
With mobile banking one of the fastest-growing trends in the financial services sector, the Better Business Bureau advises consumers to take precautions to keep their money safe.
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09/26/2012
The BBB is warning consumers to be cautious when dealing with magazine sales telemarketers after an elderly woman signed up for more than $14,000 in subscriptions with 15 different companies.
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08/16/2012
Even though the idea of cell phones emitting dangerous radiation is still being studied and is open to debate, this notion has spawned its own scams that take advantage of worried consumers. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning people to be on the lookout for scammers selling shields that supposedly protect cell phone users from cancer caused by waves emitting from their phones.
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06/01/2012
When it comes your child’s cell phone and data use, parents can take easy steps to ensure they aren't shocked by monthly bills. BBB asked cell phone carriers for tips on overseeing family data usage.
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03/12/2012
Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers of a phone scam in which the caller claims to be from Microsoft. The caller offers to solve a consumer’s computer problems or sell him or her a software license, all in an effort to gain remote control access to the consumer’s computer.
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01/30/2012
Better Business Bureau warns consumers that scammers are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry. According to DoNotCall.gov, “The calls claim to provide an opportunity to sign up for the Registry. These calls are not coming from the Registry or the Federal Trade Commission, and you should not respond to these calls.
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12/20/2011
Many people will be traveling to see family and friends in the next few weeks. Scammers know this too, and may try to trick you into divulging your credit card information by posing as hotel employees. The BBB is warning holiday travelers to beware of a telephone phishing scam designed to steal credit card numbers.
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10/12/2011
BBB announced the release of the official BBB Search app, a convenient, mobile solution for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The app was approved by the Apple Store and is available for download as of today.
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09/27/2011
Better Business Bureau advises consumers to be wary of unsolicited calls claiming they have won gift cards from local stores. The scam is meant to lure people away from their homes, giving burglars the opportunity to break in.
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09/01/2011
Those who have a tablet, smart phone or mobile device have probably used an app at least once or twice. Businesses and individuals have developed apps to play games, get directions and access news, weather and other information. In 2010, consumers downloaded approximately 11 billion apps.
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08/17/2011
Third party vendors are collecting billions of dollars in erroneous charges placed on mobile and landline phone bills and consumers are getting little help from their telephone service providers with removing and preventing such charges, according to a report released July 12 by the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation.
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08/02/2011
Scammers are always looking to make a quick buck, and with consumers concerned about harmful exposure to cell phone emissions, many scammers are looking to promote “shields” that can protect from the cancer causing waves.
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07/05/2011
Many consumers don't know their smartphone's data plan is constantly in use, and a trip abroad could cost them thousands. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers on how to avoid data charges when traveling overseas.
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