This is a Fashionista Event and a promotional item was provided to me. Hosts for this event are Still Blonde after all these Years and ModlyChic.
We moved to a new (to us) house in November, but I feel like we’re still adjusting to the fact that we really live here. It was a nice upgrade from our last place and has so many more storage cabinets that I still have to open a few cupboards (or stop and think) to remember where lesser-used items are now stored. It’s odd to not know where certain things are stored in your own house!
I am really pleased with our move in every way except for one. The one issue we’ve had since moving is our phone connection. We stayed in our same rural area but we are now right on a larger pond. When we were in the process of moving in, we thought our phones batteries were both dying really rapidly because they weren’t keeping a charge very long at all. Once someone tried to call us while we were here and we could barely hear them and the call dropped, we realized it was the connection causing the battery issue. What was happening was our phones would lose signal a lot, and when the signal is lost our phones will continually check to try to find a connection. The constant re-checking of signal was draining the batteries! What’s more frustrating is even when our phones show a single bar of signal, if we try to send out a text or make a call suddenly the bar goes away and we can’t perform the task. I like my new house, but I still need to be able to reach out to my friends and family members who aren’t here with me, so I knew it would just be a matter of time until we changed phone companies.
Ryan in our backyard looking out at the far end of the pond on a really summer November day. On the far right you can see where the island begins in the center of the pond. It’s not pictured but we have a little dock/bridge that connects to the island that we can’t wait to check out once it’s warmer!
I know other people who live on lakes and I knew our phones didn’t work well at their houses either. It seems like most cell phone service near bodies of water in my area have low quality signal. Everyone I have talked to says the best bet for a strong signal here is Verizon. My brother lives next to a lake and he switched to Verizon because he knew his only visitors who kept a signal at his house were Verizon customers. He switched to Verizon to get good coverage at his house but he says the signal is great even in odd places like large department stores, elevators and parking garages which are places he would lose signal with his old company. I wouldn’t mind having signal in all those places as well! Verizon’s slogan is “better matters” and it really does. I need my devices to be ready to work great for me all the time so I can make a phone call, send an email or text and then get back to other aspects of my life. I don’t want to waste any part of my day waiting for signal to refresh or redialing a dropped call. Verizon was rated #1 in speed, data, reliability and overall in performance in the US by RootMetrics®.
Right now Verizon is running a deal so you can keep connected with family for less. When you buy a new smartphone use the code COUPONVZW to save $50! The coupon code will expire 2/29 and is available for use with new customer or new lines of service. It is not valid for upgrades. Verizon makes it really easy to get or stay connected with family. You can sign up for service, add devices or add new lines right on their website.
PS – if you’re considering a purchase of the Droid Turbo 2, there is a hidden deal available! When you add the Droid Turbo 2 to your cart you will receive a free Qi wireless charger if you pay by monthly device payment. Offer is good through 2/25.
Win it: A $500 Amazon gift card! Giveaway will run through 11:59pm EST on 3/1/2016. Giveaway is open to US residents 18+.
Hi there! I am Emily Evert, the owner of Emily Reviews. I am 28 and live in a small town in Michigan with my boyfriend Ryan and our two pugs. I have a large family and I adore my nieces and nephews. I love reading memoirs, and learning about child development and psychology. I love watching The Game of Thrones, Teen Mom, Sister Wives and Veep. I like listening to Jason Isbell, John Prine, and other alt-country or Americana music. I created Emily Reviews as a creative outlet to share my life and the products that I love with others.
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The Apply Iphone 6 in Silver. I want to upgrade my iphone 5 soon, its a little sluggish
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I would pick the Samsung Galaxy – I need to upgrade mine! 🙂
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I’d choose the iPhone 6s+, I love the bigger screen and being able to FaceTime with family!
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I would choose the iPhone6s+. I also like the bigger screen.
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I would go with the Samsung Galaxy Note 5….it’s such a beast!
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Only the best for me: Samsung Galaxy S6 edge 64GB in gold platinum! I am a staunch Samsung supporter and I did not get the Edge due to the price. But with the coupon it makes up for the difference!
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I’d choose the Apple iPhone 6S because I like the large number of apps available for Apple products.
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I would love the Apple iPhone® 6 Plus.Looks like a very nice phone.
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I like the JBL Flip 3 Bluetooth Splashproof Speaker.Perfect for grilling!
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I would get the iPhone 5s. I actually upgraded last year to the 6 but it is way too large for me. I like the smaller size of the 5 and can’t wait to go back.
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I’d pick the Apple iPhone 6 16GB in Silver. I keep getting told how awesome iPhone’s are but I’ve never used one.
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The FitBit Charge is a great deal! I know some loved ones that would adore it.
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I’d probably get the Samsung Galaxy S6. I’ve been intending to get an Android phone but don’t use it enough to need the more expensive ones.
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I’d choose the galaxy S6 edge. My S5 is on its last legs and I love the curved screen!
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I’d chose the Samsung Galaxy S6 I love my S5 and can’t wait to see the upgrades
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Will upgrade my phone….
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love the deal on the LG G4 and its an amazing phone too.
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 5. Android 4 lyfe!
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Apple IPhone 6 in Space Gray because I love Apple products and their phones.
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I would I LG products. I would love to say the G4 but I’m scared. I had to get ride of my G3 because out was to fragile. I have the kids! My phone got broke like 5 times in a year. It was annoying. I love that Samsung Galaxy Edge in Champagne/Gold. Beautiful phone. Thanks so much for this chance. Good luck to us all. This could be huge.
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i will choose Galaxy S6 edge i lik e that it has 5.7–inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen its good for games and taking picture since v-day is fast approaching this will be cool to have in my pocket or purse.
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I would choose the S6 Edge because it would really fit to me.
I like gadgets and customizing my Smartphone and the Performance would support all my Games that would start playing on it.
My current HTC Smartphone getting old so it would be the perfect device for an upgrade.Greets Philipp
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Samsung Galaxy S6! I love the Galaxy S series.
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I would get the iPhone 6 because I have the 5 and would love to update.
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iPhone® 5s because its the cheapest per month option for the iphones
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“Now $100 off the 16 or 64GB in gold. While supplies last.” because it would make a nice gift for my hubby (and maybe he’ll get one for me too!)
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I would choose the Apple iPhone 6 Plus. I already have the 6 and I thought I wouldn’t want that huge screen but now that I am used to the one I have I do want the bigger screen. Go figure!
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I would pick the Apple iPhone® 6 16GB in Silver! A major upgrade from my current iPhone 5. So excited about apple pay and other new features, and I can’t live without my iMessages!
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I’d want to get the Apple iPhone 6S because I could us an upgrade! Right now I am using an iphone 3 >.<
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I would choose the Note 5!! Apple and I don’t get along lol 😉
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The fitbit being on sale is so perfect for valentines!! What a great gift that would make!!
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iPhone 6 Plus 16GB in Space Gray; my son has the 6, so gotta one up him with the 6+
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I would upgrade to the iPhone 6S+ since I have a 6S currently, but would love a larger screen.
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Flip 3 Bluetooth Splashproof Speaker deal is most attractive…. I need a bluetooth speaker for under $100… perfect!
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I’d definitely choose an iPhone 6s Plus to use the Verizon coupon code because for my profession the camera would work wonders and the ease of use appeals to me. The vast selection of apps is so useful and increases my productity tremendously.
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I would choose the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + 32GB in Black Sapphire. I’ve had other Galaxy phones before and they’ve always been great.
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I would choose the Galaxy 6s. I am always taking pictures of my boys and this camera looks amazing.
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I’d choose the Apple iPhone 6 16GB in Silver. I’ve been wanting to replace my Samsung Galaxy with an iPhone.
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Now $100 off the Apple iPhone 6 Plus 16 or 64GB in gold appeals to me. I love all things Apple.
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new Moto Pure and an Android Wear watch would be great.
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I would pick up the iPhone 6s the reason is I bought the 6s+ about 2 months ago and have determined it’s too large for everyday use.
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ThE Fitbit Charge HR is the deal that interests me the most. Working out I really need a heart rate monitor so I know if I’m working out hard or too hard.
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that s6 would be nice. Flagship models are the best.
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I would choose the iPhone 6 because while I don’t currently own a smartphone, my old iPod Touch 5th gen is starting to get buggy. The iPhone would be the obvious choice since I’m used to the iOS system and I’d be able to transfer all my apps/files with a minimum of fuss.
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I’d get the S6, the galaxy series is the best. Way better than iphone
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I would go with the Galaxy s6! I had an S3 and now have the S5, and I have LOVED them!
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The Samsung Galaxy S® 5 in charcoal black looks fancy.
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I’ve never had an iPhone and the android cell I have now is the first smartphone I’ve even had. I like the smaller phones and don’t need the latest and greatest. Cheaper (less expensive) is better for me!
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Forgot to add the Apple iPhone 5s would be my choice and it is the least expensive too!
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I would chose the Galaxy S6 edge + because I think the Edge scrolling is so cool and I would definitely rather have it than Apple anything. Also, it’s cool that it comes in Gold Platinum color! Thanks for the giveaway!
I would choose the Samsung Galaxy S6. I’m an android fan and have an older Samsung Galaxy right now. An upgraded phone would be nice.