We've all had our clueless moments while scrolling through something online. We've scratched our heads and felt helpless at one point, whether it's some article about the latest tech innovation or a problem with your laptop you just can't seem to fix. Don't blame yourself – it's just difficult sometimes to always be on top of the tech game and know all the latest and hottest, especially if you're not so much of a total tech geek. But yes – it really IS better to know the latest and the best so you can make the most out of your phones, apps, and gadgets.
To help you in this fast-paced data and tech world we live in, meeting Marty the Smarty – your newest BFF in the tech world who's got your back and will answer all your data-related queries – is a must. Just who is Marty the Smarty and how smart is he that he's been the talk of the town? Launched last July at the Smart Unbox event, Marty has been the new and trusty go-to data dude on Twitter ready to help you better understand anything and everything about mobile data, something you most definitely use 24/7. He even has his own website with articles and interesting photos which you can easily scroll through!
So if you have data questions, fret not – just ask Marty the Smarty and he'll help you find the answers!
Marty is your new digipedia.
Tech speak can be a pain sometimes – the jargon can get confusing (are they even speaking in English?!). So whether you've encountered a term or a topic and you're confused about it, Marty will make everything easier to digest, making him your digital dictionary that decodes confusing tech terms.
New to iOS and can't figure out iMessage? My blog has all you need to know: https://t.co/XqfqUyAVBm pic.twitter.com/Eoxhcgieqn
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 23, 2016
He'll help you find new apps & discover features you'll actually use.
We all need app spring cleaning and Marty will help you de-clutter by pointing you to which apps are most important and which ones don't really suit your needs and interests.
Apple users should check out the puzzle game Hocus, currently free on at the App store!
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 8, 2016
Have you tried out #FacebookFlex? It’s one way to use Facebook for free!
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 5, 2016
He'll keep you entertained.
He's not boring – he'll help you out too when you're window shopping for cool games or the best apps that can add more fun to your social media lifestyle. We hear he's totally into Pokemon Go, so maybe he can give you some tips and tricks, too.
Completed all the Eeveelutions in Pokémon Go! By giving each Eevee a nickname you can choose who they evolve to pic.twitter.com/ZXus8fwZZX
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 14, 2016
You can get all the hottest tech bites from him, too.
Marty will keep you updated with the newest innovations, so you can discover and learn the latest in the world of tech just by checking his tweets or browsing his website.
Good news guys: MAY FOREVER(on Snapchat) Check the details here in my blog: https://t.co/UTrmh6eG1u pic.twitter.com/5akjHEHuJ0
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 26, 2016
Marty will make the most out of your data subscription.
Just how different is 3G from LTE, and what does LTE really mean? How much data is used up when you watch your favorites on YouTube or stream your songs? Knowing more about your mobile data will really help you move your way around your smartphone much smarter so you can make the most out of your data plan subscription. Marty knows this, and he's your guy for all things data.
Which is easier on the data plan streaming or downloading? Check out my blog for answers: https://t.co/gPKMynbuG7 pic.twitter.com/NSoxtZDbqy
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) August 24, 2016
On actually using Marty the Smarty
We noticed he has already been answering data-related tweets so we sent Marty our own queries to see how good he really is when it comes to anything on tech, especially on mobile data, and he got back to us with the answers within minutes. He's definitely a BFF who won't disappoint you! There are a multitude of questions you can ask Marty but here are a few we thought would be interesting to get answers to:
@nadinemacandog Try getting a data tracking app like Onavo! For more check out my Data Hugot blog https://t.co/XavYVNkskb
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) September 5, 2016
@nadinemacandog @NarcosNetflix Each episode should use around 200MB! If you have any more data questions, don't hesitate to ask!
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) September 5, 2016
@nadinemacandog @NarcosNetflix Hey Nadine! Assuming same length and quality, they should use the same amount of data.
— Marty the Smarty (@askmartysmarty) September 19, 2016
So anytime you have a question in mind, all you have to do is Ask Marty the Smarty! Visit his website or send a tweet and he'll try to help you out. He'll be ready to be the best tech BFF you'll ever have.
From maximizing its use to actually saving MBs, understanding your mobile data and how it can make your digital life better is made easier with Marty the Smarty. Follow Marty on Twitter and visit his website to know more about this dude that's here to help with all your data problems!