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Seriously. We know it seems strange, but in fact, according to U.S. Census data that was released this week, 29% of the nation’s homes still do not use cell phones on a daily basis. Can you imagine what it would be like to not have your phone your belt or in your purse? Not be able to call into work whenever you need to? Not be able to text a friend to set up your next outing?

According to the new data, the number of households with cell phones exploded from 36 percent to 71 percent between 1998 and 2005, which is why most people seem to think that almost everyone has a cell phone nearby. Not to mention, landline ownership during this same period fell from 96 percent to 91 percent, which means that more people are looking to make their cell phones replace their landlines. Are you one of those people? What made you choose to avoid the landline? Any particular reason why you’re not looking to include an answering machine on your home shopping list? Let us know!

We want to hear your take on this data. Are you one of those people who doesn’t have a cell phone? Why or why not? Do you love your phone and just can’t live without it? Tell us about it! Let us know why or why not your cell phone is your best friend.

If you haven’t heard about this device yet, just wait – you’ll love it. Back in October, Sprint announced that the Palm Pixi, the second Palm WebOS phone, will cost $99.99 with $150 worth of rebates and a two-year contract when it arrives from Sprint on Nov. 15. The Pixi, which is designed to be a smaller, less-tricked out Pre in many ways, will offer a ton of great features that any cell user will love.

First off, the Pixi isn’t a slider and features a full QWERTY keyboard right on the face of the phone, which surprisingly, works a lot better than you’d think. Reviewers have commented that the keys on this phone are much easier to use than other comparably sized keyboards and that this tiny phone surely packs a punch when it comes to messaging and usability. Plus, its super thin design makes it even more pocketable than the iPhone. On the other hand, the Pixi’s 2.63-inch multi touch screen is smaller and has less resolution than the Pre’s, at 320×400 compared to the Pre’s 320×480.

The Pixi will also include a standard WebOS interface, complete with apps, contact import capabilities, and 8 GB of storage. However, this phone will not feature the WiFi capabilities of the Pre and is more geared towards being a messaging mogul rather than a major smartphone competitor.

Will you be heading out to pick up a Pixi?

Since the iPhone was released, people around the globe have been enjoying cool little programs on their phones that do just about everything. These programs, also know as applications or apps, allow for an iPhone user to do just about anything. From playing games to finding out where to eat, Twittering or balancing checkbooks, these applications do it all – so we want to know, “What are your favorite apps?”

Do you crave some time with Tweetie? Love to take photos with Pano? Look for where to eat with UrbanSpoon or AroundMe? There’s plenty of apps to choose from. What ones do you use most and why? What can they do for an iPhone user? Are they too expensive or priced just right? Give us the scoop on how you use your iPhone!

We’ve all heard about it: researchers are looking into the effects of cell phone radiation to determine whether or not any health risks are present. While the results of those studies haven’t revealed anything for sure just yet, we at Cellular-Blowout.com want you to feel safe and protected – just in case.  After all, shouldn’t safety be first priority? Make sure that your inner ear is kept safe from radiation by using a Cell Phone Radiation Shield from Cellular-Blowout.com

As the only approved radiation shield in the US, the WaveShield 1000 Slim features a soft cushion design for extra comfort and is only about the size of a penny, so it can fit comfortably over your ear piece. There’s no hassle with installation and no bulky, uncomfortable shield. Only a radiation protector that attaches in seconds and fits all phone styles types. The best part: your reception will never be interrupted! So go ahead, start protecting yourself from cell phone radiation by using the WaveShield today.

Your phone can be your best accessory, but who knew that it could actually be your best friend in an emergency or when you’re caught lost or need some answers? Your phone can do so much more than call or text. Here’s a few numbers that are must-knows if you use your cell phone to make life just a little bit easier:

1. If you’re not sure if you’re getting a good deal on something in a store, give a quick call to 1-888-FRUCALL and enter the product bar code. For free, this service will tell you what you’re looking at in terms of value and whether or not you can find it cheaper online.

2. In any emergency, dialing 112 can be your lifesaver. This emergency dialing works even when you’re out of range or if the keypad is locked.

3. Need to know the weather forecast? Movie times? Where to eat in your area? Send a text to GOOGL and the search engine will help you out.

4. Need directory assistance but don’t want to pay for it? Dial 1-800-FREE-411 for some quick help. You’ll have to listen to a quick ad, but don’t worry, you won’t be charged for the help.

Are you protecting your phone with the right case?

At Cellular-Blowout.com, we want to be sure that you’re getting the most out of your cell phone. With our great selection of unlocked phones and accessories, that’s almost always possible. However, without taking the first step in protecting your phone, there’s no way to guarantee that your cell phone will be able to perform at its best for as long as you need it to.

As with any electronic device, it’s all about using a case to ensure that it doesn’t become damaged, scratched, or broken. The same principle should be applied to each and every cell phone you use so that you can be sure that your phone is never compromised by everyday wear and tear.

At Cellular-Blowout.com, we offer a great selection of affordable yet incredibly stylish Cell Phone Cases that are perfect for protecting your phone so that you can always stay connected. From leather holsters to customizable plastics, the cases at Cellular-Blowout.com come in all shapes and sizes. Shop our selection today to find the best one for your device. After all, who wouldn’t want to protect their phone?

When you start shopping for the hottest phones, where do you go? Your wireless provider? If so, then prepared to break out the wallet.

Most wireless providers actually make you upgrade or renew your cell phone plan before you can even get a new phone, or sometimes, charge a fee just for wanting to upgrade. Outrageous, isn’t it? Well don’t worry, at Cellular-Blowout.com, we’ve got you covered. Our selection of unlocked cell phones and fabulous cell phone accessories can help you stay ahead of the curve when it comes to your phone, not to mention, they’re incredibly affordable so you won’t have to break the bank the next time you want to upgrade.

Don’t wait until your contract is up to upgrade. Don’t feel frustrated by costly cell phone plans. Instead, get the hottest phones at a great price by shopping at Cellular-Blowout.com.

Motorola CLIQ

Motorola recently unveiled its latest mobile phone – the CLIQ. The biggest feature of the phone is MOTOBLUR, which takes its users to a whole new social level. MOTOBLUR will allow its users to sync all of their contacts, messages, photos, posts and comments from all of their favorite social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Myspace. The social networking feature is by far its most intuitive feature, especially shown by its ability to update contact information as it’s updated on the social web.

Along with the social networking solution, it also has e-mail capabilities, so users can be connected 24/7. Live widgets and rich applications are also available to fully customize the home screen, so feeds, updates and threads are easily accessible with the click of a button. Wow.

The CLIQ comes equipped with a full HTML browser, a 5 megapixel camera with auto focus, photo editing, a full QWERTY keyboard with slider action, touch screen, wi-fi connectivity as well as an application market to download the latest applications to stay in the game. The CLIQ is not just a social networking force, but it also comes with business solutions for quick and easy viewing of documents and a GPS navigation system.

In a world of evolving smart phones, the CLIQ’s social capabilities contend to be unparalleled.

Improve your social skills with he Motorola CLIQ, which will be available to T-Mobile users just in time for the holidays.