you don't have to go through the hassle of chaning your cell number if you have either an iphone or htc (sprint). just download the free "call blocker" app from monster. it's a password protected app that allows you to assign specific numbers and block unwanted calls. so let's say you have several providers you want to call. there numbers won't appear in your "regular" cell phone book. all of those numbers only appear in your "call blocker" app. and when the providers call you, you can set the app to either pick up, or not answer the call. the cool aspect is that when you auto-deny the call, the app will send a text behind the call like 'i can't pick up right now. call you later'.

has other really cool features. even if someone picks up your phone, they won't even know what they app is anyway. a nice feature is that it sets up a "misdirect" so if you say 'the passcode is 1234' when it's really 7890 then it goes to another function but only you'll know it. it actually lets you input a fake access code that points to a fake app for anyone that says 'what's this app? why do you have a call manager? what's the passcode?' it's really easy to use and a lot better than getting a new hobby number.

I presume you are keeping your "real" number for real life, and want to get a second "hobby" number. If so, just let people know your new number as you see them. If someone has a problem, like the Korean Bookers, then call them from your Real Number, and ask them to change you to your hobby number. After a while, you should be all switched over.

I hated to... but was necessary.   I have emailed my Favs. (blind CC)   I'll probably have to remind them the next time I call them.   What ever system you put in place, good to do & better to do it sooner rather than later.
BTW, tracfones can be activated entirely from the handset.
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