Tuesday, November 23, 2004

SBC Installs Wireless Internet in Barnes & Nobles Stores SBC Communications Inc. on Tuesday launched Wi-Fi services at more than 600 Barnes & Noble bookstores nationwide.  In addition, the San Antonito, Texas, telecommunications company said it plans to have wireless local area networks (LANs) ready for business travelers at 88 Avis Rent A Car airport locations by early next year. 9:57:49 PM    comment []

Tips to Keep Cell Phones From Exploding Wireless companies and federal safety officials list measures consumers can take to keep cell phone batteries from overheating: When removing battery, avoid putting it in contact with metal, such as keys or coins. _Don't expose battery to water or extreme temperatures. _Avoid crushing battery or dropping it against hard surfaces, especially when fully charged. _If bought separately, make sure battery and charger are compatible with the phone model. Check that components are not manufactured for phones sold in other countries. _Buy parts from an authorized dealer, carrier or legitimate outlet, rather than secondhand dealers or off the Internet. This decreases the 9:51:12 PM    comment []

Exploding Cell Phones a Growing Problem Safety officials have received 83 reports of cell phones exploding or catching fire in the past two years, usually because of bad batteries or chargers. Burns to the face, neck, leg and hip are among the dozens of injury reports the Consumer Product Safety Commission  has received. The agency is providing tips for cell phone users to avoid such accidents and has stepped up oversight of the wireless industry. There have been three voluntary battery recalls, and the CPSC is working with companies to create better battery standards. 9:41:50 PM    comment []