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Avoid a Massive Phone Bill When You Subscribe to Deals
I use my cell phone to stay on top of deals.  I’ve set it up so that I actually get texted when various deal sites post something I’m interested in. I’ve written up how to subscribe to deals on twitter, including the Flight Deal. Did you miss out on Widerøe/Frontier/etc’s cheap deals? …
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I was just chatting with the US Airways Club bartender at DCA and she let me know that they’ve quietly rolled out complimentary liquor in the lounge, matching their policies to American’s clubs. I’ve wondered if American’s clubs were going to drop their level of service to meet US Airways, …
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This Product Will Help You Pack Faster and Keep You From Forgetting Things
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This Device Promises to Give You Unlimited Worldwide 4G Wi-Fi
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This “Smart” Belt Helps Your Keep Your Waistline in Check
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