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Donating for Distasters – Buy One, Give One!

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SpareOne is committed to helping everyone LIVEPREPARED
The SpareOne emergency mobile phone can save your life by automatically connecting to emergency services at the press of a button, or provide a lifeline of communication to loved ones in time of need and support. SpareOne – a cell phone powered by a single AA battery contained in a talk-through waterproof bag.

Donating for Disasters – Buy One, Give One!

By using code BUYGIVE13 at check-out on www.spareone.com, you benefit in three ways:
1. Take $20.00 off each phone ordered
2. Own a must-have, modern-day emergency kit item
3. Create an automatic donation on your behalf – every phone is matched
Help spread the word by sharing the code with your social groups. You never know the impact that you will make until you try.

Order now so we can ship your donation to areas affected by the recent tornadoes.

http://spareone.com/spareone/

Provide the GIFT of SpareOne phones to victims and volunteers impacted by local emergencies and devastating natural disasters. The first 72 hours are the most critical; help keep them connected! However many remain without power for weeks after a natural disaster.

SpareOne Works With ShelterBox

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ShelterBox delivers SpareOne emergency mobile phones to Oklahoma tornado survivors

SpareOne and international humanitarian relief charity, ShelterBox have partnered to provide emergency mobile phones immediately to those affected by the Oklahoma tornado.

ShelterBox response team members, Wayne Robinson and Jeff Deatherage have been working in Moore, Okla. to identify the most vulnerable families, as well as unmet needs for shelter and other non-food items.

Witnessing so many people without power, displaced from homes and little possessions left, SpareOne immediately expedited a large number of cell phones, which are being distributed by ShelterBox in partnership with local Rotary clubs, to those in need of a line of communication.

“The SpareOne phones distributed will allow survivors to have quick access to emergency services and keep in touch with their loved ones at a very difficult time in their lives,” said Emily Sperling, ShelterBox USA president.

SpareOne is an emergency mobile phone powered by a single AA battery.

“It provides up to 10 hours of talk time, and in situations of prolonged power outages, is ideal because you simply replace one little battery and are all ‘charged up’ and more importantly, connected,” said Alan Cymberknoh, SpareOne’s project director.

To support ShelterBox’s relief efforts around the world, donate today.

SpareOne is offering a special promotion for those who’d like to stock their personal emergency kits. One SpareOne phone will be donated per each phone purchased. Use shopping code BUYGIVE13 at www.spareone.com.

About SpareOne
Since SpareOne’s creation, it has been the company’s goal and mission to be able to provide SpareOne phones to survivors of a natural disaster, and to educate the world that such a crucial, potentially lifesaving device is available and a must have for emergency kits. SpareOne is committed to helping Moore, Okla. stay connected because the power of communication is so critical.

About ShelterBox
Since 2000, international humanitarian relief charity, ShelterBox, has provided shelter, warmth and dignity to survivors of more than 200 disasters in over 90 countries. ShelterBox instantly responds to earthquake, volcano, flood, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami or conflict by delivering boxes of aid and other supplies. Each iconic green ShelterBox contains a disaster relief tent for an extended family, stove, blankets and water filtration system, among other tools for survival. ShelterBox’s American affiliate, ShelterBox USA, is headquartered in Sarasota, Fla.

http://www.shelterboxusa.org/news.php?id=1259

SpareOne wins the 2013 Taiwan Excellence Silver Award.

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SpareOne has recently won an excellence award for a multitude of characteristics, including quality, aesthetics, and innovation, this time from the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), taking the Silver category in the Taiwan Excellence Awards! This year, there were over 1,000 entries from almost 500 companies, with SpareOne taking a top 30 spot. We will be on display at the Taipei Airport and at Computex Taipei 2013 in June, along with several other winners.

“Products that earn Taiwan Excellence awards are of the highest quality while being aesthetically pleasing, environmentally friendly and boasting user-friendly designs,” a TAITRA official said.

TAITRA is sponsored by the Taiwanese government to recognize successful and innovative companies, as well as to promote consumer awareness of local manufacturers that are socially responsible and that provide product differentiation to the market.

“We are very proud and honored to receive this award. SpareOne has become a game-changing preparedness device since its launch, gaining international notoriety for its innovation and ability to keep lines of communication open when power is completely unavailable or inaccessible,” said Alan Cymberknoh, SpareOne Project Director at XPAL Power.

 

Check out the official announcement here.

SpareOne Helps

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Kelly grew up in New York. So, when the devastation of Hurricane Sandy hit her childhood neighborhood, she wanted to act. Seeing our product on Extra! made Kelly realize that we could help out, and we did.

Thank you so much for everything you and your company are doing for the people of Belle Harbor, NY—Kelly G.

Kelly helped distribute 30 SpareOnes to residents living in the Beach 130th and 131st block of Belle Harbor, NY. More importantly, Kelly gave hope (and communication) to residents of an area devastated by Hurricane Sandy. See her amazing story in the images below.

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While there was still much to be done, giving out SpareOne Emergency phone for residents of an area effected by Hurricane Sandy was a great first step into recovering.

 

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Thank you so much Kelly, for helping this area, and for contacting SpareOne.

Do you have a story like Kelly’s? Do you think we can help? Contact us.

Family Communication and the SpareOne

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Is everyone in your family connected? Blogger Erinn (of 3 Sons Have I) touches on an important point about staying in touch in this day in age with your family—even the family that has cellphones may encounter issues when trying to use them in an emergency situation.That is what sets the SpareOne apart.

Great for kids left home alone, elderly who do not need a complicated phone and for outdoor adventures that may take you away from your service area. The fact that you need no outlets and just a AA battery makes this easy enough to ensure it is ready when you need it.—Erinn, 3Sons Have I

Erin’s post also points out the features of the SpareOne, including the fact that, as a Verizon user, she needs to pick up a SIM card in order to use the device for non-9-1-1 calling. The SpareOne Emergency Phone uses a GSM-based system, and remember, SpareOne is not a satellite-based service.

Be sure to click on the screenshot below to visit Erinn’s original post, and pick up a SpareOne at our site.

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Extra! Prepared

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In light of Hurricane Sandy, SpareOne Emergency phone appeared on the popular television program, Extra! in order to help.

We felt it was an appropriate time to bring awareness to the benefits of having a SpareOne.—representative of SpareOne Emergency Mobile Phone

In addition to appearing on the show’s west coast location at The Grove in Los Angeles, CA, a team from Extra! handed out SpareOne phones to those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Check out the pictures below for a sneek peek at the behind the scenes of the west coast taping. And be sure to check back tomorrow as we give you a look at what happened after the phones appeared on the show.

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And, check out these other pictures, too!

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Prepared for Any Emergency

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Being prepared is important. Being prepared for anything is critical. Blogger Michelle, of Sparkle Me Pink, has been following a popular reality show called ‘Doomsday Preppers.’ When Michelle reviewed the SpareOne the relevancy of being prepared popped up in relation to the show.

I know Mike and i have gotten sucked into watching like 4 episodes in a row before  ;-) – same thing happens to us with Duck Dynasty too – If you haven’t watched it before it is a TV series revolved around families who prep for the end of the world. I actually find their tactics quite fascinating but usually a bit too extreme for the us or even (I think) the ‘normal’ family. However, Mike and I banded together and comprised what preppers call a Bug Out Bag. Which includes non-expiring essentials – just in case we ever needed to leave the house due to an emergency, natural disaster or of course if the zombie apocalypse ensues. More than likely we will never even need this bag but it is nice to know/ gives us peace of mind that we do have it ready.—Michelle, SparkleMePink Blog

Michelle’s Bug Out Bag contains essential supplies for an emergency.—including the SpareOne Emergency phone.  The 15 year shelf life of the included AA battery used to power the device, and the submersible, waterproof (and talk through) bag made the decision a no-brainer.

See Michelle’s whole post by clicking the image below. To get a SpareOne of your own (for whatever you are preparing for), please visit SpareOne.com.

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Rowan’s Mom’s Blog Talks SpareOne

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As a single mom, Misty of Rowan’s Mom’s Blog knows the importance of being prepared. When she reviewed the SpareOne, she immediately realized the importance of this device.

It was so easy to use even my 4 year old can use it. I don’t have to worry about him being able to call anything but help.—Misty, Rowan’s Mom’s Blog

SpareOne is simple and straightforward enough for nearly anyone to use, check out the whole review of SpareOne Emergency Phone by visiting Rowan’s Mom’s Blog. And, get a SpareOne of your own by visiting our website.

Nuts for Stuff Reviews SpareOne

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Mary, from Nuts 4 Stuff recently got a SpareOne to review. Going over everything from the basic idea behind the phone, to the specifics of planning an emergency kit, she covers all the basics of emergency planning.

No one is immune to unexpected problems. If you feel trouble can only happen to other people, then I assure you it does catch up to everyone at some point in your life. Therefore, if you want to remain lucky, then make sure you have an emergency kit. Also, do think of the SpareOne Emergency Phone from XPal. It retails for $99.99.—Mary, NutsforStuff

While we hope you never need it, emergencies do happen. And the best way to combat them is to be prepared—SpareOne will make a great addition to any emergency kit,

Check out the full review at Nuts for Stuff by clicking on the photo below.

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