Music Transfers

  Hi everyone! I hope you are enjoying your Labor Day weekend with an Android device from US Cellular!
  I know you all are using your Android devices in a multitude of ways. But are you tired of carrying your phone and your iPod just for music? There is a way to sync your iTunes to your Android device painlessly.
  First is iSyncer for iTunes, I personally use this for my devices. Here are a few of the features of this app.

Go beyond just music syncing with these additional features:
 Works with your existing iTunes playlists for fast setup
 Sync with a cord over USB or sync wirelessly with a WiFi connection
 Also works over MTP, unlike other top solutions
 Include album art with your music to enjoy on your phone
 Sync your ratings, play counts, skip counts, last played date, and last skipped date between iTunes and your phone to keep your smart playlists up to date
 Have a device with internal and external memory? Choose which drive each playlist syncs to
 Sync with multiple iTunes Libraries
 Create smart playlists on your phone using the Live Lists feature
 Sync your MP3 downloads on your phone back to your iTunes library
 Sync your video and podcasts for a complete iPod replacement
 Sync Android playlists back to your computer
 Automate wireless syncing of your music and videos on a schedule

Combine iSyncr with our free Rocket Player music player to take advantage of these additional features:
 Sync new playlists and playlist changes back to iTunes
 Sync podcast bookmarks to and from iTunes
 iSyncr Live Lists dynamically update while playing
 Sync video play counts

  Another good app to sync your iTunes is called Doubletwist. This one even comes with it's own music player. Here are some features.

 Enjoy Magic Radio, the personalized streaming service that seamlessly blends music from your music library with new music uniquely tailored to your musical taste from a catalog of over 13 million songs.
 Sync music (including iTunes playlists) to your phone from your laptop over USB or AirSync over WiFi.
 Download legal, high-quality album artwork for your music.
 Smart Playlists for easy access to your Top Rated and Most Played songs.
 Subscribe to podcasts and get new episodes downloaded automatically over 3G or WiFi.
 Stream music, videos and photos to the Xbox 360, PS3, Sonos, and AirPlay to Apple TV (black model; AirPort Express not yet supported).

I hope this will help some of you with your syncing issues. 

If you have questions about switching to US Cellular, these apps, or Android in general contact me in the comments, on G Plus.

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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Finding your Phone

  Hey everyone! This week I want to talk about something that happens to all of us. We all misplace our US Cellular devices, or they get stolen. Well there is help in the form of apps.
  My personal choices for this problem are Seekdroid, with the following features:

Find your phone or tablet anywhere in the world. See your device on a map, set off an audible alarm, wipe the device, and more.

Control the following from our secure website:

- Control Multiple devices under one account (*)
- Locate your device
- Remotely Enable GPS
- Display its location on a map with history! (*)
- Track the device using breadcrumbs (*)
- Get notified if the device has left a fenced-
in area (*)
- Audible alarm (even on silent)
w/ custom message
- Text Messaging support
- Setup SeekDroid Remotely via SMS
- Lock device w/ custom code
- Retrieve recent calls
- Remotely wipe entire phone
- Remotely wipe SD Card
- Hide from app drawer
- Disable App from being
uninstalled
- Virtually no battery drain
- Works without a SIM Card
- Retrieve SIM ID, IMEI,
active phone number, and battery remaining
- More features coming soon!

Setup is easy! Install the application on your device and create a username and password when the application launches. Make sure GPS is enabled for more accurate results, and your Google account is setup on your device. That's all! You can do everything else from our secure website at seekdroid.com

  Next up is the late entry into the race from Google, maker of the Android OS with Android Device Manager. If you own an Android device running the Android OS of 4.0 or above this has probably already been loaded on your device (phone and/or tablet). It is very simple and direct app without a lot of bells and whistles. It just works! 

Now, you can locate and ring your phone or tablet remotely.P

If you've misplaced your device in the house, you can use this service from the web to ring your phone. This function will override any silent or vibrate settings, so you won't have to worry about not hearing it. Additionally, it will show you exactly where on a map that your device is hiding. You can also elect to enable remote wipes, though this needs to be set up on your phone or tablet first before you can trigger it remotely. Here is a video showing the wipe feature of this app. P

  Now go forth and never fear losing your device again!

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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More Weather Apps

  Hi everyone! If you know me or are a regular reader of this blog you know I am a weather fanatic! At anytime I may have 4-5 different weather apps on my US Cellular device of the moment, ( I switch phones alot)!
  So with that in mind I have found a new weather app I like a lot, Yahoo! Weather. It comes highly rated and has a 4.4 star rating in the Google Play Store.
  A few of the features are:

The highly-acclaimed Yahoo! Weather app is now available on Android, featuring stunning photos that match current weather conditions and an ALL new design with a ton of new features. See the weather like never before. Easily swipe for the most accurate weather forecasts or add a home screen widget for the latest weather information. Wherever you go, the forecast is beautiful.

Favorite features: Highly acclaimed design with beautiful photos that match your location, time of day, and current weather condition Detailed weather information, including 10-day and 24-hour temperature forecasts Interactive radar, satellite, heat, and wind maps Severe weather alerts Animated sunrise & sunset times and wind & pressure modules Humidity sensor, UV index, and chance of precipitation New home screen widgets

  Enjoy the short video attached. 

  So load up this app and go exploring through the settings and make it yours!!

If you have questions or need help switching to US Cellular, this app, or Android in general ask away in the comments, on G+, or on Twitter.

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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New Devices

  Hello everyone! Is anyone as excited as I am about the first Motorola smartphone released since Google bought Motorola? Well I am, and I can hardly wait for it to be released and it is coming to my carrier, US Cellular soon!

  

  Let me know what you think about this new device in the comments. 

  

  If you have questions regarding switching to US Cellular, the Moto X, or Android in general shoot me a line in the comments, on Google+, or on Twitter. 

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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Help Groups

  Hello all, I have missed a week or two and I apologize for that, but it is a busy summer so far!
  So this week I am going to simply post a few links to various help groups on Facebook and Google+. I belong to several of these and have learned a lot about the various devices I have owned as well as developed some ongoing relationships which extend beyond the technology addiction!
  First up is the oldest that I belong to which is Tablet & Tech on Facebook, this group like the name implies is for various tablet support and general tech issues and news.
  Next is the Samsung Galaxy SII, then the Samsung Galaxy SIII, the Samsung Galaxy Note 2.
  Now for the Google+ groups or communities as they are called. First is the Samsung Galaxy S4 community, the Samsung Galaxy SIII community, and TeamUSCellular community.
  All of the above mentioned groups and  communities are for US Cellular customers, but most do allow customers from other carriers to join.
  Now most if not all of these groups and communities are "closed" meaning you must request admittance and be approved by an administrator or moderator, and most have specific rules and they will ban you if you do not follow them! Just a word of warning.
  If you don't see anything on this list that interest you, just do a search of Google+ communities or Facebook groups to find one you like.
 So the next time you need help with your US Cellular smartphone, (or even a dumb phone!) just ask your question in one of the groups or communities and wait for the answers to pour in!!!

Until next time if you have questions about switching to US Cellular, or Android questions in general reply in the comments or hit me up on Google+ or Twitter.

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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Pie Controls

  Hello everyone! To start this weeks blog, I am going to say if you know me you know I love my Pie controls on my US Cellular Samsung Galaxy S4. Now don't ask how I got this coolness on my phone!!! ;)
  If you haven't heard of Pie, it is a custom application that requires you to modify your device to use it, but it is really cool in that it gives you quick access to several of your most used apps.
  But fear not, good news is here! Now you too can have a form of Pie Control with Floating Toucher, (Play store link will be at the bottom of this post). This spin off of the Pie control does not require you to modify your device, is highly customizable and gives you the features of Pie. Here is a short video of the app in action. Give it a watch and see if this app is for you!  

  Here is the link to Floating Touch in the Play Store.
http://goo.gl/9XsdXz
  If you like the app and have any questions feel free to hit me up in the comments on on G+.
  Also hit me up if you have questions or need assistance switching your service to US Cellular.

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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Road Trip

  Hey everyone summer is here and that means road trip! So with that being said I am going to try to give you some must have apps to install on your US Cellular device.
  The first must have road trip app is Google Maps. Download the latest release of Google Maps, and never carry a paper map again. Google Maps for Android with Navigation (Beta) has:

* Detailed maps with 3D buildings
* Voice guided turn-by-turn GPS navigation
* Driving, public transit, biking, and walking directions
* Live traffic information to avoid congestion
* Local search and business reviews
* Google Maps Street View
* Indoor maps for select airports, hotels, retail stores, and more

Whether you need directions to your destination, the closest good place for a bite to eat, or just a sense of where you are, Google Maps for Android can help.

  Next up is the Holiday Inn app for Android. The Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts App makes it easier than ever to research, book and manage your stay at Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts and the entire IHG family of brands.

  From within the app you can also enroll in IHG® Rewards Club to earn Reward Nights and other extras. We are now the only hotel company that rewards you when you explore more of our family of brands. When you stay at multiple IHG brands, you can fast track to Gold Elite or Platinum Elite status. Gold Elite members will be offered free internet in 2013 and in 2014 we will also be the only program to offer free Internet to all members at every one of our hotels.

App Features:
- Book stays at any IHG hotel
- Manage upcoming stays with easy contact and directions to hotel
- Receive special offers and discounts from IHG
- Be secure with our Best Price Guarantee – our promise that the best hotel room prices for any IHG property can be found here or on our website(s) or your first night is free.
- Get special rates using your corporate ID
- Learn about the unique services and hallmarks for each of the IHG's eleven brands
- Use IHG® Rewards Club Points to redeem free Reward Night stays
-Use GPS and interactive maps to easily find hotels near you
-View and cancel upcoming reservations
-View photo galleries and amenities for each hotel
-Click-to-call for each hotel
-View points balance and membership status
-Get access to special offers
-Update your IHG® Rewards Club profile information.

  There is also a Holiday Inn Express app if you prefer. 

  Now what is a road trip with out games? My personal favorites are Angry Birds Rio and Bad Piggies. 

  Also worth mentioning is Google Search to find all of those interesting places while on the road!

  So load up some of these apps and hit the road!

  As always if you need assistance with switching your service to US Cellular, have questions about Android in general, or any of the apps mentioned in this blog feel free to contact me through the comments section or on Google Plus at https://plus.google.com/u/0/103434089999451438835/posts 

John USCC Customer Crew Member

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