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Picture this: The pandemic is over, you’re in the driver’s seat of a brand new 2020 Tesla Model 3 and the windows are down. You’re cruising through town, taking in the sights and scenery. Sound too good to be true? It’s not.It is certain that there will be a time when COVID-19 will be in the rear view mirror. It’s just a matter of time. As for that whole Tesla part, well that’s entirely possible.For the first time ever, we’re giving away a 2020 Tesla Model 3 to one lucky winner. This luxury vehicle is equal parts speed and safety, reaching speeds up to 140 mph (as always, drive safely and buckle up!). And with a range of up to 250 miles, everyone is going to be calling shotgun whether you’re headed on a road trip or just out for errands.This is our most highly-anticipated giveaway ever and sure to draw a ton of interest. It’s up to you as to whether you bother to enter. And if so, how many entries will you have?Win your own Tesla Model 3!If you’d like to become the proud owner of the Tesla Model 3, we’re here to help. Indeed, we’re helping StackCommerce give away one of the coolest cars on the market.If you head to the AndroidGuys Deals Store right now, you can enter a drawing to win the hot new car from Tesla. There’s no purchase necessary and the method of signing up is dead simple. All you have to do is log in via Facebook and check a box.Once you do, you’ll have two entries. Share the contest on Facebook or Twitter and you can rack up additional entries. Moreover, you can earn extra chances by sharing a URL with friends and family.Note that although you are signing in via Facebook, your information is not being collected by the social media platform. Our friends at StackCommerce and Futurist are backing the giveaway and use the information on their end.The giveaway is open from now until 11:59 PM PDT on 12/31/2020 so there’s plenty of time for you to pick up a ton of entries.Donate to Charity and Win!While there are various ways to increase your chances of winning the Tesla 3, none of them are as easy as donating to charity. Indeed, if you donate just $10 to the Playing For Change Foundation, you will pick up 100 entries.That’s just ten cents per entry, sure, but more importantly it’s a way of creating positive change for children and communities in need around the world.$10 – 100 Entries (10¢ each)$25 – 250 Entries (10¢ each)$50 – 1,000 Entries (5¢ each)$100 – 2,500 Entries (4¢ each)

Nearly everyone in the US is at least casually familiar with the names of Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Not nearly as many people are as well-versed when it comes to the topic of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNO). How many can you name?MVNO brands license the towers and coverage from the bigger providers but offer their own phones, rate plans, and customer service. These carriers might be a viable alternative to the provider you currently use.In this write-up, we will take a look at Straight Talk.About Straight TalkStraight Talk is an MVNO that offers both CDMA and GSM coverage; it uses all three of the major US networks. As a joint-venture with Walmart, the retailer is the only place you’ll find Straight Talk phones and service.As often is the case with MVNO’s or prepaid carriers, there are no contracts with Straight Talk. Moreover, there are no credit checks or hidden fees.What are Straight Talk rate plans like?When it comes to options, Straight Talk has three major nationwide plans with prices unlimited talk and text. Prices start as low as $35 per month and each comes with unlimited 2G data. For high-speed data, here’s what’s available today.$35 includes 5GB of high speed data$45 includes 25GB of high speed data$55 includes unlimited high speed data (may be slowed at 60GB), 10GB hotspot data$65 includes unlimited high speed data (may be slowed at 60GB), 20GB hotspot data, 100GB cloud storageCustomers who sign up for automatic payment each month can save up to $5 per month on their plan.An unlimited international plan is also available which costs $60/month and comes with 25GB of high speed data. The main draw here is unlimited mobile-to-mobile calls to Mexico, Canada, China, and India but there are a couple of other smaller details, too.Those who commit to longer terms with Straight Talk can save anywhere from $5 up to $45 on the unlimited nationwide plan. Options include 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month extended plans.Are any other plans available?Subscribers looking for two-line plans will like the $90 monthly rate which includes unlimited talk, text, and data.There are other options and add-ons available to Straight Talk customers, including global calling cards and extra data. On the low end a “Basic” plan ($30) gives customers 1,500 minutes and 100MB data.What other details should I know about Straight Talk?It’s worth noting that most of the service plans do not include hotspot or wireless tethering. What’s more, video streams at up to 480p, or what’s commonly referred to as DVD quality.Best unlocked phones under $150Best unlocked phones between $150-$250Best unlocked phones between $250-$400Straight Talk customers can earn credits for referring others to its service. Additionally, they can earn them via watching video clips, sharing on social media, and automatic bill payments. The credits can be used toward high-speed data or a free service plan.Are there any Straight Talk deals or discounts?As of today there are a number of deals available through Straight Talk. Currently things are grouped under a “Clearance Sale” with a mixed of instant discounts, last-chance buys, and promotions when mixing phones with rate plans. Customers can also purchase refurbished phones and save extra money.Can I bring my phone to Straight Talk?Customers can bring pretty much any phone they want to Straight Talk as it’s compatible with Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.Tell me about Straight Talk’s phone offeringsShould you wish to purchase a phone from Straight Talk you’ll find a range of devices from familiar brands like Samsung, Motorola, LG, and a few others. The current crop of handsets is quite a mixed bag and includes everything from new flagship phones down to models that are a few years old. It also offers reconditioned devices in the event you aren’t looking for something new.The phones are priced outright as well as monthly, with financing options for 24-month and 15-month periods. There are also certified pre-owned models and reconditioned handsets, too.

We live in a big, scary, uncertain world. While Americans are worried about staying safe and healthy, they’re even more concerned about their finances, too.You know the old adage about saving money for a rainy day? Unfortunately, it has rained on a lot of people in 2020. What did you do to control your spending or budget your finances? Nothing? It’s time to start.According to an annual survey from Debt.com, approximately 80 percent of US households are using a budget. And the biggest reason why? To increase wealth or savings (42%). Not far behind is tackling debt (31%).If you’re ready to get serious about your financial situation, look no further than Toshl Finance. Not only does it give you an app-based way of tracking your money, it also helps with your decisions, too. Oh, and it’s also on sale right now in the AG Deals Store.Toshl Finance’s user-friendly and intuitive interface makes it easy to get complete control over your spending. Simply enter the amount you spent, assign the purchase to a category, and save.Toshl lets you set up a budget any way you like and over whatever time frame you want, be it monthly, weekly, daily or custom periods. Track expenses from particular categories, tags, or specific financial accounts.Through the Medici Plan it can automatically keep things in order by linking directly to your bank accounts, credit cards and nearly 15,000 other financial services.Toshl represents your spending in graphs and charts that put your current financial situation into an understandable perspective. You can even get down to brass tacks with a simple “left to spend” figure that displays what’s left in a piggy bank. Toshl Finance syncs across all devices on both Android and iOS platforms.Right now, you can get 36 months of Toshl Finance Pro budget tracking for half off, just $29.99. Or, you can upgrade to the Medici Pro plan for only $39.99 and save 80 percent.

It’s never to late to get started on a new hobby or career path. Finding what resonates in you is important, and for some people, that means creating and tinkering. To create in today’s world that often revolves around coding, or computer science.Given we’re all more or less confined to our homes, it is a perfect time to pick up a hobby or learn a side hustle. How about taking the opportunity to learn one of the most fundamental coding languages?We’ve got an incredible little set of training designed to help beginners get up to speed on the essentials of Python. It’s everything you need to get started and on your way to a new passion. Get started with this Python beginner education and jumpstart a new career path.Access 13 lectures & 1 hour of content 24/7Understand the Python programming languageKnow the basic functions of PythonLearn how Python programming worksKnow some of the basic yet essential applications of PythonAvailabilityNormally, these types of training courses cost about $200, but AndroidGuys readers can pick up the kit for just $14.99 right now.Best SellersEarn Credits!For every $25 you spend in the AG Deals Store you get $1 credit added to your account. And, if you refer the deal via social media or an email that results in a purchase, you’ll earn $10 credit in your account.First Time Buying?If this is your first time buying, you are also eligible for 10% discount! Just be sure to subscribe for email updates.Free StuffNot looking to spend any money today? No worries. You can still visit the AndroidGuys section for freebies and pick something anyhow.