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Samsung SIM Unlock – Can’t Edit APN – TracFone or Straight Talk

Recently, I had a Samsung A13 automatically unlock from Straight Talk after the 60 activation period. The problem I was facing was that when inserting a different SIM card, I could only get a signal for SMS texts and calls. Data and MMS texting wasn’t working. When going to Settings > Mobile Networks > APN,…

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Grandstream HT801 or HT802 and Telnyx Voice New Setup

There aren’t a lot of great tutorials for setting up the Grandstream HT802 (or HT801) for many VoIP providers. Specifically Telnyx. Google Voice is getting more expensive to set up to use with a regular phone to use as a landline if you don’t already own the hardware. Google Voice is a great option for…

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How to Open EPS files in Paint.NET – Convert to EPS for Paint.NET or GIMP

A co-worker sent me some company logos in .EPS format and I didn’t have Illustrator or other Adobe products to open it (there is a list of programs that will open a .EPS file extension). My company had JPG’s, but I wanted a background that was transparent for graphic design. Below are the steps I…

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How to Unsuspend a Hotlined Verizon MVNO Account

Verizon sells prepaid devices like the Moto G4 Play (XT1609) or the Moto e 2nd Gen (XT1528) at a huge discount compared to the normal unlocked versions at places like Best Buy, Family Dollar, or Walmart. They subsidize these phones so you’ll pay for their $40/mo+ plans to get their money back. Technically, these phones…

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