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When it’s time to upgrade your smartphone you have many choices. There are many different models, colors, and brands. In addition, there are many different data plans required for specific phones. But ultimately there is one question that will be crucial in your decision:
Which is better Android or Apple’s iPhone?
To compare each phone is similar to comparing apples and oranges. Each phone has its strong points and weaknesses. Let’s start with the Android phones. There are plenty of different models out there that carry the Android OS. In addition, the Android OS is highly customizable and allows you to change every aspect of the user interface and even has animated backgrounds. As far as Apps go, the Android market has over 200k and continues to grow. And finally, the major winner for the Android phone is the screen size. Some of the newer models have screen sizes as big as 4.5”.
Now let’s look at the iPhone. The iPhone is the only phone that works with Apples iOS platform. But that is not a bad thing considering Apple has invested much time and research in making iOS a superior way to make calls and surf the internet. In addition, the major three phone companies: AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint all carry the iPhone. The iPhone itself is a piece of art made out of stainless steel and a special type of glass that is 20 times stiffer and 30 times harder than plastic. When it comes to Apps, Apples App store is the clear winner with over 500k and growing. The only caveat to the iPhone is there is no choice in display size which is still at 3.5”.
In closing, you can’t go wrong with either the Android or iPhone. Each of these phone platforms are revolutionary in the technology they bring to smartphone users. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and each of these phones delivers in terms of Apps and call quality.
Nov
09
Winter To-Do Checklist
Winter is just around the corner and that means preparation time for many of us. Here are items that you should consider doing around your house to make sure your family is prepared for the winter weather: Cover Exterior Faucets Save yourself time, money, and frustration and cover your outdoor faucets to prevent them from freezing over. Check your windows and doors Cold air coming into your house, or warm air escaping will cost you money. Use caulk and weather-stripping to eliminate any leaks that you encounter. Make sure your attic is properly insulated Heat rises, so if your attic is not insulated well, the heat will rise right out of your house. Spending money now on having your attic properly insulated will save in heating costs later on. Cover your outside Air Conditioner unit Covering your unit will help reduce any air leaks during colder months and will help prevent damage from water freezing inside the motor. Be sure to drain out any water and turn off water flow to your AC. Clean your gutters Clogged gutters can cause a lot of damage to your roof and exterior of your home when snow and ice thaw. Replace Windows and Doors for a Tax Credit of up to $500 Homeowners may receive a tax credit equal to 10% of the product cost (installation may not be included) up to • $200 for eligible windows and skylights • $500 for eligible doors Don’t forget, it’s not too late to qualify for the energy efficient credit that is due to expire in 2011! Act Fast Now to Save on your return! What are some ways your family prepares for winter?
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With tax season less than 2 months away, it’s time to start thinking about your tax return. For those of you that have graduated or finished your higher education, student loan repayments are now a big part of your life. If you haven't begun paying on your student loan, this guide will help alleviate some future confusion. Student loans can save you alot of money... up to a $2,500 deduction. But there are a few things you must know in order to claim the deduction. You can claim the deduction if all the following apply: • You paid interest on a qualified student loan in 2011 • You are legally obligated to pay interest on a qualified student loan • Your filing status is not married filing seperately • Your modified adjusted gross income is less than a specified amount which is set annually • You and your spouse if filing jointly cannot be claimed as dependents on someone elses return If the above apply to you, you are well on your way to claiming this deduction. If you paid $600 or more of interest on a qualified student loan during the year, you should receive a 1098-E student loan interest statement from the entity you paid. Now comes the easy part. With TaxSlayer.com all you have to do is enter the amount from the 1098-E into TaxSlayer.com and it will calculate your deduction. TaxSlayer.com simplifies the process. If you still need help, no worries! Check out our help videos that are found in the program once you login to your account. They are free and certainly will help!
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