# General

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## [A new identity theft method](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/a-new-identity-theft-method/1129)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 2:57pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/a-new-identity-theft-method/1129 "2025-09-16T14:57:45Z")

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Well, it’s new to me anyway. I received an alert from my bank this morning regarding a new means used to steal one’s identity. It involves methods (such as Captcha) used by websites to verify one is human rather than a b…

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## [Unable to change iPhones via eSIM with Boost Infinite](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/unable-to-change-iphones-via-esim-with-boost-infinite/642)

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**Author:** [@grandbobby](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/grandbobby)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 6:36pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/unable-to-change-iphones-via-esim-with-boost-infinite/642 "2025-09-05T18:36:03Z")

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I purchased an iPhone SE3rd gen and wanted to move my Boost Infinite service to this phone from an iPhone SE2nd gen phone using eSIM. I was not able to do this using the iPhone transfer feature. So I called BI and talk…

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## [Android Motorola G Power not recognizing sim](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/android-motorola-g-power-not-recognizing-sim/1118)

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**Author:** [@Bestwire](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/Bestwire)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2025, 4:32pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/android-motorola-g-power-not-recognizing-sim/1118 "2025-08-24T16:32:00Z")

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Weird. Yesterday evening I noticed that my G Power was constantly loop needing to restart. It attempts to load wifi and cellular (I see it bobbing on and off) if I watch in settings it sometimes flashes “no sim” or canno…

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## [Am I the only one still spending time with my vacuum?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-still-spending-time-with-my-vacuum/102)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2025, 9:18pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-still-spending-time-with-my-vacuum/102 "2025-08-09T21:18:40Z")

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As far as vacuums go, I like mine. It does a great job. But it is a cannister vac and I spend far more time with it each week than I would prefer. I eyed the Roomba and Roomba-wannabes over the holiday season, but found…

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## [VoIP Provider Shuts Down](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/voip-provider-shuts-down/1113)

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**Author:** [@cbwahlstrom](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/cbwahlstrom)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 5:21pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/voip-provider-shuts-down/1113 "2025-08-05T17:21:11Z")

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A little more than 14 years ago I opened a reseller account with VOIPo. I thought I might form some type of business and sell phone service to others. Well, the idea never really got off the ground, but I did end up prov…

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## [Sudden issue sending/receiving MMS when Wifi is on](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/sudden-issue-sending-receiving-mms-when-wifi-is-on/1100)

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**Author:** [@NancyM](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/NancyM)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 1:39pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/sudden-issue-sending-receiving-mms-when-wifi-is-on/1100 "2025-07-10T13:39:59Z")

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Hi Everyone! Hope you are staying cool where-ever you are! About 3 weeks ago, my phone developed an issue (US Mobile w/ Verizon network, Android, Moto gPower (2022), Textra app for texting) All of a sudden I couldn’t…

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## [What Android podcast app are you using?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/what-android-podcast-app-are-you-using/853)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 4:51pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/what-android-podcast-app-are-you-using/853 "2025-06-27T16:51:11Z")

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I’m looking for a decent podcast app that’s either free or a one-time purchase, not an annual fee. I’d like it to work with Android Auto and maybe even Wear OS. Any suggestions? What are you using and why do you like i…

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## [Any Windows 11 users out there? I have a quick (work-related) question for you](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/any-windows-11-users-out-there-i-have-a-quick-work-related-question-for-you/1090)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 4:13am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/any-windows-11-users-out-there-i-have-a-quick-work-related-question-for-you/1090 "2025-06-25T04:13:17Z")

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I need to repro an issue that a Discourse user has mentioned, but I can’t repro it on any of my devices, and I don’t have a Windows 11 computer, which is what he’s using. If you’re using Chrome or Firefox on a Windows 1…

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## [Anyone using a Pixel watch?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-using-a-pixel-watch/1079)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2025, 11:48pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-using-a-pixel-watch/1079 "2025-06-08T23:48:35Z")

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Specifically, a Pixel 2 series watch? Google (and probably others) has the Pixel 2 series on sale for $100 off list price. Additionally, I have $100 credit at Google’s online store (a result of recently upgrading my Pixe…

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## [A comparison of Mint Mobile and Boost roaming in Canada](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/a-comparison-of-mint-mobile-and-boost-roaming-in-canada/1077)

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**Author:** [@mwgardiner](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/mwgardiner)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2025, 1:41am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/a-comparison-of-mint-mobile-and-boost-roaming-in-canada/1077 "2025-05-27T01:41:04Z")

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I just got back from one of my Canada trips, and have some interesting results on cellular access. First, after 4 or 5 years, Boost has finally gotten Canada roaming working on my line. Note that I am using a 4G phone. …

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## [For anyone using an Obihai device (ATA or IP Phone) and Google Voice](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/for-anyone-using-an-obihai-device-ata-or-ip-phone-and-google-voice/993)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/for-anyone-using-an-obihai-device-ata-or-ip-phone-and-google-voice/993 "2025-04-23T21:16:28Z")

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Today is supposed to be the day the OBiTalk portal (the only supported means of configuring the consumer version of Google Voice on supported devices) shuts down. This does not mean your OBI is now e-waste! Currently wo…

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## [If more household things were "smart", what help could you use?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/if-more-household-things-were-smart-what-help-could-you-use/1050)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2025, 2:01am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/if-more-household-things-were-smart-what-help-could-you-use/1050 "2025-04-07T02:01:54Z")

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I went into the kitchen this morning to find my dishwasher still jam-packed full of dirty dishes. I had forgotten to run it overnight, again. This made me start thinking of some ways my house could help me more… Dishwa…

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## [Anyone running a great (but affordable) personal weather station?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-running-a-great-but-affordable-personal-weather-station/1045)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2025, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/anyone-running-a-great-but-affordable-personal-weather-station/1045 "2025-04-04T01:07:30Z")

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I think one of my family members would enjoy having a personal weather station, so I’m looking for recommendations! Are you a weather geek? If so, what kind of setup do you have, or do you have on your personal wishlist? …

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## [Has anyone heard of Whoop Mobile?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/has-anyone-heard-of-whoop-mobile/1002)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2025, 3:28pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/has-anyone-heard-of-whoop-mobile/1002 "2025-03-28T15:28:08Z")

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Though they come and go, I doubt we’ll ever run out of MVNOs of which I hadn’t previously heard. Today’s entry is Whoop Mobile! https://www.whoopmobile.com/ It looks like they started as a dedicated ACP provider known …

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## [Video doorbell without the subscription](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/video-doorbell-without-the-subscription/1051)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2025, 3:04pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/video-doorbell-without-the-subscription/1051 "2025-03-20T15:04:08Z")

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My aging Ring video doorbell is my primary concession to the so called Internet of Things. The device itself is fine and has served me well but I’m fed up with the ever increasing annual subscription fee. What was $30 fo…

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## [Mecha Comet](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mecha-comet/1046)

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**Author:** [@psteckler](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/psteckler)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2025, 1:57pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mecha-comet/1046 "2025-03-12T13:57:03Z")

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There’s an upcoming pocket-sized computer that has attracted attention, the Mecha Comet. It has a touch screen, runs Linux, has an external interface for mounting expansion modules, and is designed for user repairs and …

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## [New promotion from Boost](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/new-promotion-from-boost/1048)

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**Author:** [@mwgardiner](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/mwgardiner)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2025, 4:54am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/new-promotion-from-boost/1048 "2025-03-11T04:54:17Z")

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And here’s another note from Boost. A non-starter for me, but if there is anyone else on here with a Boost line, it may be of interest. Spring Break is calling — and we’ve got the right international service to keep y…

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## [Pixel Superfans Program (and other similar programs)](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/pixel-superfans-program-and-other-similar-programs/1011)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 9:30pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/pixel-superfans-program-and-other-similar-programs/1011 "2025-02-03T21:30:25Z")

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Have any other RWUsers been invited to join the Pixel Superfans program? I got an invitation today, immediately filled out the survey, and I’m really hoping they let me join! What other product “superfan” or “insiders” …

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## [Comparison of MobileX and US Mobile](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/comparison-of-mobilex-and-us-mobile/999)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [January 5, 2025, 3:24pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/comparison-of-mobilex-and-us-mobile/999 "2025-01-05T15:24:57Z")

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Since some folks here are using or have expressed interest in MobileX and/or US Mobile, here’s a comparison from Android Police. US Mobile vs. MobileX: Which MVNO gives you the most for your money?

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## [Mobi's beta has expanded](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobis-beta-has-expanded/1021)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 27, 2024, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/mobis-beta-has-expanded/1021 "2024-12-27T22:50:29Z")

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Previously @davenc made Community aware of a Mobi beta opportunity: Mobi is now ready to open up its cloud core beta to additional testers. For an annual payment of $50, one gets 5 GB of 4G/5G data then unlimited data…

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## [Boost Mobile Notice of Data Breach, anyone?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-mobile-notice-of-data-breach-anyone/1000)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 4:12pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-mobile-notice-of-data-breach-anyone/1000 "2024-12-04T16:12:23Z")

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Did anyone else receive an email notifying them that one of Boost’s partners (“It wasn’t us!”) had a data breach? The email went to my spam folder, so you may want to check there to see if you were impacted. Info is also…

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## [Black Friday/Cyber Monday Technology Deals](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/black-friday-cyber-monday-technology-deals/1006)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/black-friday-cyber-monday-technology-deals/1006 "2024-11-30T18:06:36Z")

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It’s that time of year, so let the bargain hunting begin! This topic is intended to house deals community members come across and wish to share. It is not intended to be a place for referrals. Referrals are limited to R…

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## [XFINITY offers "Number Lock"](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/xfinity-offers-number-lock/1005)

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**Author:** [@muerte33](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/muerte33)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/xfinity-offers-number-lock/1005 "2024-11-24T23:38:46Z")

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I got an email from Xfinity today describing “Number Lock”. I know you must have your phone with Xfinity Mobile, but it sounds like a good idea. Here is how to enable it if you have Xfinity Mobile phones: I wonder if…

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## [Got Photos?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/got-photos/1003)

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**Author:** [@rosedoodle](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rosedoodle)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 6:48pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/got-photos/1003 "2024-11-23T18:48:13Z")

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I like to get small and shoot bugs and things. It’s my meditation. I was going to call this Got Bugs? But for various reasons decided against it :smirk: Delta flower scarab

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## [Proposed Unlocking Rule](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/proposed-unlocking-rule/989)

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**Author:** [@Totoro](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/Totoro)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 8:10pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/proposed-unlocking-rule/989 "2024-11-20T20:10:31Z")

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I found THIS article interesting. T-Mobile states, "T-Mobile is passionate about winning customers for life, and explained how its handset unlocking policies greatly benefit our customers.” So they want to be so excelle…

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## [Boost Infinite is dead...Long live the new Boost Mobile](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-infinite-is-dead-long-live-the-new-boost-mobile/924)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 8:26pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-infinite-is-dead-long-live-the-new-boost-mobile/924 "2024-11-16T20:26:53Z")

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In yet another marketing shift, DISH has discontinued the Boost Infinite brand and will offer both prepaid and postpaid options under the Boost Mobile brand. But; the customer doesn’t exactly get to choose their prepaid …

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## [Welcome, Milton!](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/welcome-milton/983)

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**Author:** [@rolandh](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/rolandh)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 5:14pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/welcome-milton/983 "2024-11-13T17:14:15Z")

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Well, not really. I’m confident I speak for all in Florida (and anywhere else), we just as soon he stay away. The green shading is supposed to represent “minimal” tropical storm force winds. The arrow is pointing to …

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## [Boost Cancellation Question](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-cancellation-question/994)

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**Author:** [@johnc](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/johnc)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 4:37am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/boost-cancellation-question/994 "2024-11-04T04:37:38Z")

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I cancelled my Boost account, or thought I did, but the confirmation email said “Your line is being removed from your account,” not “your account will be cancelled,” and today I got notice of a credit to my account for m…

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## [T-Mobile Doing Naughty Things](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/t-mobile-doing-naughty-things/990)

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**Author:** [@Totoro](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/Totoro)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 4:39pm UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/t-mobile-doing-naughty-things/990 "2024-10-24T16:39:02Z")

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Not to pile on T-Mobile; I still think they are a good choice. But apparently a lifetime price guarantee doesn’t mean what we think it means. Article is HERE.

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## [Have you spotted the ATLAS comet? What tech helped you see it?](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/have-you-spotted-the-atlas-comet-what-tech-helped-you-see-it/988)

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**Author:** [@southpaw](https://forums.rwusers.com/u/southpaw)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.rwusers.com/t/have-you-spotted-the-atlas-comet-what-tech-helped-you-see-it/988 "2024-10-21T01:34:40Z")

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I was able to spot the ATLAS comet tonight, but I’m certain I’d have never seen it, if not for some technology. My phone, receiving texts from someone who asked if I’d seen it, which prompted me to go look. My phone, u…

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