Own a “vintage” phone?

Hello friends, I just watched a video on CNN.com that talked about the fad of owning and using a “vintage” cell phone. This was work related, so watching videos while at work is ok in this situation 😉

Apparently there is a new trend in cell phones – one that is making it “cool” to use an older, greyscale, non-smart phone as a sign and symbol of the times. I think that I might be one of the users that would quite possibly lean toward a “less-smart” smartphone – personally I’ve got so many means of communication with the outside world including through this blog I’m writing, that my cell phones seem to be on “offense” at all times. Yes, I have 2 phones, both set up and designed for very different purposes. Gulp.

In fact, I recently removed my email from my iPhone altogether and I’m a much happier man for it. I know, it’s strange…I just wait until I get to the office!

I find it a bit distracting when I’m out at a restaurant and see everyone swiping their phones; reading, texting, gaming or whatever. In my opinion it’s not a bad idea to take a break from the technology and look up once in a while.

UK manufacturer, Binatone, is making a new “Brick” phone. That’s right, it’s similar to the one that in the picture above, but it’s actually new and you can buy them now. Simple technology and a fashion statement to boot that come in several colors. There’s a caveat – you won’t get the smartphone experience. Not being able to Tweet or visit Facebook might freak you out for a minute but let’s face it, what did you do before Twitter and Facebook were around?

There’s a plus to older phones. Not only are they nostalgic but with the lack of a full-face glass screen they seemed indestructible. I can’t tell you how many times I dropped my old Blackberry on the ground and it NEVER failed. One drop of an iPhone and you’ll need to send it into us for glass repair. It’s how and why we are in business.

Are you willing to lose your smart features? Well that’s your call – no pun intended.

Happy talking, Ryan

What are you doing Sunday? We have a pigskin special you might want to read about.

Hello Mission Repair friends-

We’ve been in the news lately and even on NBC new last week. If you haven’t heard, Mission Repair (and businesses like Mission Repair) are offering safe and convenient repairs for your trusty hand held electronics (like iPads and tablets) and have been doing so for many years.

Did you stock up on Velveeta for this weekend?

In fact, 2014 will start our 7th year in business…and the 2014 Superbowl is just right around the corner!

This weekend represents a couple of amazing football games. First, we’ve got the New England Patriots playing against the Denver Broncos at 3:00pm est. Brady vs. Manning; this ought to be a great game. Then immediately thereafter, we’ve got the San Francisco 49ers playing against the Seattle Seahawks at 6:30 est. Kaepernick vs. Wilson. Not to be outdone by the earlier game, this matchup promises to be equally as exciting!

If you watch football at all, you’re likely finding yourself already making predictions and leaning toward who you think will be in the Superbowl in February, even if your team has already been eliminated from the playoffs.

If you don’t watch football at all- that’s ok. Just take a glimpse of a game and pick the team that has your favorite colors – because that probably has more bearing on the outcome of these games that anything else. You get what I’m saying? It’s all up in the air and anything can happen!

Here’s what I’m going to do. Do yourself a favor and watch these games. It’s only two – or at least watch the highlights of the games. Whichever of these teams scores the most touchdowns…I’ll give 5% off of your new repair order for each touchdown.

So, let’s make this clear: I don’t care who wins or when. But out of these 4 teams, whichever team scores the most touchdowns (extra points, field goals, safety’s are not included) I’m talking the team with the most 6 POINT TOUCHDOWNS we will extend 5% off for each. For example, if the Denver Broncos score 7 touchdowns this weekend, we will offer 35% off of any repair on Monday.

So here’s the catch: watch the games and find out which team scored the most touchdowns this weekend. Then call us between 8am and 6pm central standard time on Monday January 20th, 2014 and ask for the FOOTBALL SPECIAL. This offer is valid ONLY ON NEW PHONE ORDERS MONDAY JANUARY 20TH, 2014. If you call before or after our operating hours on Monday, the special will be over! Additionally, you won’t be able to combine this special with any other offer. I mean, I’m really putting myself out on a limb here. 7 touchdowns is NOT out of the realm of any of these teams!! Denver has already done that in the regular season…so it’s completely possible.

866-638-8402.

What happens if there’s a tie between two teams? Will you be able to double your savings? No, but that would be interesting 😉

This is a potential boatload of money savings for you, and a great time to get that iPhone or iPod repaired. Hut, hut, hike!

Have a great weekend, we’ll be talking on Monday for sure.

Best, Ryan

Where to go to get your iPhone repaired…

Hello again friends-

Well, there are a lot of choices when searching online for iPhone repair. It’s true.

Mission repair has been named the #1 iPhone Repair site by Top Ten Reviews for 6 years in a row. This is an independent review site that keeps track of the important things about businesses. Like customer service, security and website features.

Anyone can slap up a website…but do they all compare? No. Check out our Award-Winning iPhone Repair Services at Mission Repair and let us know if you have any questions! 866-638-8402, 7 days a week.

Take care, Ryan

Web Wednesday Winner ANNOUNCED! Also – take a look at this new special!

Hi Friends, and Happy Halloween!

It’s October 31, 2013 and if you saw yesterday’s video blog, you’ll be watching for today’s video blog to post! Well wait no longer…here you go. And the winner from Yesterday’s Web Wednesday Giveaway is:

Wow, and we are giving away FREE repairs today. You heard right in the video – every 31st order that we receive today, we will wipe all of the charges from the invoice and perform the service for FREE. We are starting at 12:01am from very early this morning and running until 12PM Midnight tonight. On every 31st order placed in this 24 hour window we will remove ALL OF THE CHARGES to celebrate our week of Halloween specials!

What’s better than a Snickers bar from the neighbor’s house? A free iPhone repair from Mission Repair. Or an iPad repair. Or a computer repair. Or a Galaxy SIII repair. Well- I need to stop somewhere. ANY REPAIR THAT WE OFFER is the point!

No tricks here ….only treats. Have a safe Halloween and watch tomorrow for the winners of today’s trick or Treat special!

Take care, Ryan

31% off today and today only. Restrictions apply!

Hello and Happy Halloween to everyone!! We are all dressed up today at the Mission Repair headquarters and we’re having a company costume contest at 11:00am. It’s a great day to let loose a little bit and have some fun. Why don’t you stop by and check us out? Don’t be alarmed if you see Jenny up front dressed up like a vampire, it is kind of scary but you have to remember she normally doesn’t look like that 😉

Is this the Tin Man? No, it’s newly “21” Lennie with an appropriate kegger costume.

I tell you what- there are 31 days in October- and if you come on down to our office today IN COSTUME and today only…we will give you 31% off of any repair or product we offer. This means that we’re actually losing money on some services, but in the spirit of showing off your costume and coming in to see us, we’ll give you a great deal on your repair. That’s any service we offer – iPhone repair, iPod repair, iPad glass Repair, Samsung Smartphone repairs- you name it, check out the Mission Repair website and get 31% off when you wear your costume into our office today and today only.

Visit Mission Repair 8am to 6pm.
19941 West 162nd Street
Olathe, Kansas
66062
866-638-8402

OK, so you’re reading this blog and you’re not local? I’ll do something for you too – I’ll give you 15.5% off of your next order if you place it online. Why 15.5%? Well that’s half of 31 and we’ll get you a great deal on your next repair when you use coupon code “SCARY” when you checkout online at Mission Repair today only. This coupon will expire at Midnight tonight, 10/31/12!

Everyone try to have a great and safe Halloween. For those that are caught up on the East Coast facing Sandy and the aftermath, our thoughts are with you. be as safe as you can.

Take care, Ryan