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Your phone's 'Airplane Mode' can save you from unexpected charges on cruise ships
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Engadget reports that maritime cellular networks on cruise ships can generate roaming fees even if a passenger never makes a call or sends a text. The piece says using a phone's Airplane Mode can help avoid these unexpected charges, and it offers guidance on staying connected while at sea without running up a bill.
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Your phone's 'Airplane Mode' can save you from unexpected charges on cruise ships
Maritime cellular networks can rack up roaming fees on your cruise without a single call or text. Here's how to stay connected and avoid the bill.
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