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Expert: - 1/26/2011


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Debi, I usually keep my cell phone on vibrate, but my new phone vibrates too softly. I've never used a ringtone, but have heard there are plenty out there. I went to Sprint's site, but didn't find anything (probably classic rock) I wanted. Are there any reputable sites you can recommend that have a large selection of ringtones? I don't want to use a site that later plagues me with advertising texts and calls. I don't mind paying a reasonable amount for the ringtone if it means avoiding this. Thanks for your time.

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Most ringtone sites will plague you and charge you $10.00 a month if you aren't careful. Your best bet might be to make a ringtone, but if you don't want to go through all that trouble and potential expense, then perhaps just think of a classic rock song you really like and would want to hear on your phone and then search for it on the web and see if there is one compatible with Sprint and your phone. Instead of going to sites, just search for the song. That's typically the better way to find a ringtone. Hope this helps.  

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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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