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Why I Bought A Palm Pre

May 4, 2025August 14, 2010 by Chris Marts

I’ve been debating for a while between Android vs WebOS, all touch screen vs physical keyboard, now vs later. Yesterday I made my fateful decision by buying a Palm Pre Plus from Verizon Wireless. Unfortunately, the two stores in town were out of stock (that sounds good for Palm though, I think?) and they ordered … Read more

webOS vs Android: Which would you choose?

May 4, 2025July 7, 2010 by Chris Marts

Cell phone upgrade time is upon me again and I need help deciding. I have Verizon Wireless and will not be switching (they have the closet tower by my house, maybe half a mile away). I’m caught between going with an Android phone like the LG Ally or the webOS powered Palm Pre. Budget is … Read more

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