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Tech Savvy Spring Break

Spring Break Apps to Save You Time and Money

Spring Break is nearing, and AT&T has advice on how to get the most out of your vacation.  Whether you’ll be hitting the slopes, going to the beach, or traveling internationally, here’s a rundown of apps and tips to make the most out of this year’s Spring Break and save you time and money.

Getting There:

·       Apps

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o   Weather.com- Know what clothes to pack for your trip! The Weather Channel provides the most accurate and relevant weather information whenever weather matters to you.

o   Orbitz/Priceline/Expedia - Snag exclusive deals from your phone on a hotel, flight, or rental car. Read reviews on hotels, view your itinerary and get 1-tap access to information on flight delays and gate changes.

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o   AT&T Navigator – Get to your destination easily with voice-guided GPS navigation, traffic, and search.

o   Gas Buddy- Find the cheapest gas on the go- for free! Locate gas stations near you and see their current gas prices.

o   Drive Mode- Increase safety on the road in an unfamiliar area.  DriveMode curbs the urge to text and drive by allowing you to temporarily limit the features of your mobile device so youstay focused on the road. You can set up auto-replies to let your friends know you are behind the wheel.

Enjoy Your Spring Break:

·       Apps

o   All Snow Ski Report- Check out the slope conditions, weather, powder alerts, and offline trail maps. AllSnow Supports 2,000+ ski areas worldwide!

o   Uber/Taxi Magic- Find a cab or ride quickly when you are in rush to meet your friends.

o   Surfline Surf Report- Check out the surf before heading out with live steaming HD cams.

o   Yelp- Find the best places to eat in town, get tips on entertainment, and even get local deals through this app.

o   Instagram- Share your good times with your friends. Filter your photos and share them on Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr too!

International Spring Break- Going to Mexico or somewhere else outside of the country for Spring Break?  Follow these tips to keep in touch while abroad and keep your bill in check.

Check Phone Service

o   Determine your service availability and whether your phone is compatible and will work.  Att.com/global

o    Get the right packages.  Different rates apply for calling, texting, and data usage.  Get a package for each just to be safe.  The data package you choose will depend on what you plan on doing while abroad.  It’s important to remember that email and many apps use data in the background even if you are not surfing the web.

o   Check out your carrier’s website for international roaming information.  Make sure you have your questions answered.  Information on how to retrieve voicemail, data rates, and country codes can all be located online.

Reduce your time on international networks

o   Use Wi-Fi whenever possible.  This allows you to use a local Internet connection instead of a cellular connection.

o   Ensure your data is turned off.  International data roaming is typically preset to off.  Double check to make sure you aren’t connecting to networks unwittingly.

o   Change your email settings to receive email manually instead of automatically.  Then check email once you are on a Wi-Fi network.

o   Track your usage.  Many phones now will keep track of the data you use.  Ensure you don’t go over your international package.  If you believe you are going to go over your package, call customer service and change your package.

o   Download the AT&T Call International Application.  Use the app on wifi to make calls when traveling internationally.  Call as much as you want with no monthly recurring charges or hidden call fees.

Be prepared

o   Know the international number for customer service. Your customer service number may be different when you are abroad.  AT&T’s is +1-916-843-4685

o   Know the laws.  Talking on the phone while driving is prohibited in some countries.

o   Know who to call.  911 is unique to the U.S. In many European countries, the emergency number is 112.

o   Know how to charge your device.  To charge your phone abroad, you will need a universal phone charger and plug adapters for the countries you are visiting.

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