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yeah not impressed either.

i don't really see the the point in having a smart phone if you're not going to have wifi or mobile network switched on

Last I checked, there was no rule saying that someone who bought a smartphone had to use their phone in a certain way or amount.

The OP stated that wifi and mobile data (3G) are shut off when not needed. There are plenty of times during my day where I don't need my phone for data, so what's wrong with turning off those radios to conserve battery? The alternative, especially if I'm in an area of weak 3G reception, is that the battery drains like crazy while the phone is in my pocket on standby. With Android, turning these radios off and on is so simple with toggle widgets.

Personally, I keep 3G off unless I need to surf or check my email outside of my home or work wifi hotspots. phone calls and SMS don't use 3G or wifi, so I can continue to get/place calls/text. This is just smart battery management.
 
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Personally, I keep 3G off unless I need to surf or check my email outside of my home or work wifi hotspots. phone calls and SMS don't use 3G or wifi, so I can continue to get/place calls/text. This is just smart battery management.

I do the same, when I'm home I use my wifi, when I'm out then I use 3G. I can easily get 24 hours out of my battery with moderate usage. I do plug it in when I go to sleep, and I always have enough battery to get me by.
 
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