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I read the other information about the text content not being archived for more than a few days.I was curious if that has changed since last year? Also are the text pictures retrievable like the text?

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It hasn't really changed. Some carriers do provide content of your texts on line for a period of time, but most don't. I believe that Sprint may have the ability to do this with certain accounts, but most carriers don't do this. If they have text available, they may also have MMS available as well. I would check with your carrier to be sure and if you can do it, it is only through your on-line account and then only for a period of time and also likely only if you haven't deleted them. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN

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I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.

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Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.

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I belong to several organizations

Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications

Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years

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