Beware of New Cell Phone Scam

There is a new cell phone scam out there called smishing. It is similar to another scam called phishing. This new scam involves scammers sending you a text message to tell you that your bank account has been frozen and to text or call back to unfreeze your account. Whenever you do so, they will ask for information such as your PIN number, social security number, and others so that they will have access to your account.

At times they will also offer special deals, mortgage assistance, or other enticing offers.

It is extremely important that you do not reply to the number that has reached you, either by calling or texting. If you do, you will let them know that the number is active and they will send you more offers. Don't click on any unknown links that are sent to you.

If you suspect anything could be wrong with your bank account, contact your bank separately and ask them. Also, calling your phone provider and blocking the number that is reaching you would be a good thing to do.

http://www.kvue.com/home/BBB-warns-consumers-to-avoid-smishing-scams-133822448.html

Panasonic Toughpad

The Panasonic Toughpads come in two different models, The A series and the B series.The ToughPad A1 is a 10.1 inch tablet with a $1300 price tag, while the B1 is smaller, at 7 inches. Considering the price, these units are most likely niche products, meant for hard working environments like construction sites. To make them resilient Panasonic used a magnesium alloy chassis encased with ABS and elastomer, plus port covers.  The Panasonic ToughPad A1 runs Android 3.2 and relies on a Marvell 1.2GHz dual core processor, coupled with 1GB of SDRAM, 16GB of flash memory, a 1024 x 768 LCD display (anti reflective, anti glare), a microSDHC card slot and optional 4G LTE. There’s even a camera on board, a 5MP at the rear and a 2MP upfront with the main one supporting autofocus and packing an LED light. The product weighs 2.1 lbs and measures 0.7 inches in thickness.

Video of Panasonic Toughpad

Would you see anyone else besides construction crews using these? Restaurants maybe?