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Novelist you've helped in the past returning for more. My story is set in 2000, so naturally, many characters are using cell phones. I know in recent years, there's the ability to one-touch, or speed-dial from a cell phone. (some of the marketing gurus call this "Fave 5" numbers stored) But was that possible in 2000? It can be analog or digital phone, doesn't matter. This is a minor matter in my story. thanks Debi!
Speed dial and Fave 5 are actually different (nice to hear from you again, but the way). Fave 5 (only by T-Mobile) is where you have 5 people programmed that when you call them, it's like mobile to mobile and there is no per minute charge, even if they are not on the T-Mobile network. Speed dialing is just where you have a one-key number to call someone. This has been possible since there were cell phones. There has always been speed dial. It's just like speed dial with a cordless phone at home. You program the number and assign a key to the number and then when you press the number 2, for example, it dials the number you have programmed. So if you want someone to just press a key and it will dial someone, yes, that was possible in 2000. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
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.
Experience
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.
Organizations
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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