How to Save Money on a Smartphone
Synopsis by Consumer Reports Mar 29 23
Consumer Reports shows you how to squeeze more life out of your current phone or save money on your next one.Read full article 
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- The sudden change aims to create a sense of urgency and promote efforts to overcome the situation. The new work schedule takes effect immediately in most of Samsung's technology divisions.
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