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Pay As You Go mobile phones
February 15, 2006 EST | General
Choosing a mobile phone and mobile phone plan may be a confusing task. After you have bought your mobile phone with the required features,design and look, you need to choose the company that will provide your mobile phone service. Then...
What is SIM card for a cell phone?
February 12, 2006 EST | General
A SIM card for the phone is like having a small computer in your computer. The SIM card stores a lot of data such as your messages, whether text or pictures, your phone number, reminders, files, value added services etc....
Choosing the right cell phone plan quick and easy
January 24, 2006 EST | General
First things first: with more than a thousand different cell phone plans offered across the country at least a little over a hundred in your local area, landing on the right cell phone plan that suite you could be the...
Migo vs. Firefly - Choosing the right cell phone for your kids
January 08, 2006 EST | General
DiscussWireless recently explored the practicality of equipping your kids with cell phones, this particular article will review and compare the two leading kids cell phones: the Firefly and the Migo from LG (the TicTalk will not be discussed). Designed to...
Developing user friendly mobile phones
December 27, 2005 EST | General
Because of the variety of handheld devices to choose from, usability can be a very powerful distinguishing factor. Good designed mobile phones mean happy users, and satisfied customers become loyal customers. By understanding the techniques of Handheld Usability you can...
Using VoIP with your cell phone
December 15, 2005 EST | General
Before many of us came to rely on cell phones to make long distance phone calls, our only option was to commit to a long distance phone company. Long distance carriers charged what were at times exorbitant by-the-minute fees to...
How to get a cell phone deal in 3 easy steps
December 15, 2005 EST | General
According to new studies, more than ½ of Americans now own cell phone. I have a cell phone and so does everyone I know. Modern life would be very inconvenient without cell phones- how could you ever find anyone (or...
The future of mobile phone technology
December 13, 2005 EST | General
Just in the last few years cell phones (usually called mobile phones outside the US) have become de facto standards for most of the population. What once used to be a luxury item for a select few that was carried...
I-mode mobile phone application
December 12, 2005 EST | General
What is the I-mode application? I-mode is a mobile phone platform that currently offers internet access to 94000 websites as well as some specialized services such as banking, online shopping ,email ,ticket and hotel reservations. It began in 1999 and...
Cincular cell phone advantages
December 07, 2005 EST | Cingular , General
We are living in an age where everyone needs or at least wants a phone with them at all times. This desire is fueling the growth and creation of wireless network providers all across the country. At the same time,...
How to get a good cell phone deal
December 07, 2005 EST | General
It happens way more then you’d think. Some folks are walking through the mall and happen into a mobile phone outlet and buy a new cell phone. All too often they won’t get a good cell phone deal because they...
Mobile wallpaper – Totally you
November 21, 2005 EST | General
One of the really awesome things about modern cell phones is the capacity they have for being personalized to suit you. With personalized ringtones, with coloured or designed or sparkly or light-up faceplates and holders, with all the great gadgets...
Which wireless plan and phone should I buy
November 17, 2005 EST | General
"Which cell phone should I buy" is a question a lot of people ask, but it is one that doesn't have an easy or simple answer. That's because there are so many cell phone choices and plans available today, and...
Will your cell phone reach 911 in an emergency?
November 12, 2005 EST | General
If you're one of the millions of cell phone users who count on their wireless phone for emergency 911 calling........ You might want to think again. Unfortunately, there's no guarantee that your 911 call will be routed to an emergency...
Cell phone applications
November 10, 2005 EST | General
Using cell phones for entertainment or learning is quick, efficient and enjoyable - no wonder cell phone applications are some of the hottest purchases in the industry. Find out more by reading the following article: Mobile entertainment Cell phone applications...
Get more from your cell phone with mobile search
November 09, 2005 EST | General
Mobile Search is here The percentage of domestic users that have tried mobile search is small, but growing rapidly. Why? Because the services make sense, they have an easily understandable value and they can be used immediately. Mobile search provides...
When cell phones become evil
November 07, 2005 EST | General
Look in your pocket or in your bag or on the table next to you. In one of those three places it is probable that you saw a device that could cause your injury or death at some point in...
Choosing the best cell phone
November 07, 2005 EST | General
Choosing the best cell phone takes planning and the knack for really knowing yourself. Your cell phone has to fit your lifestyle, and that includes your budget. Almost all cell phones require you committing to a long term contract with...
Making smart choices when buying a cell phone
October 27, 2005 EST | General
Whether you’re buying your first cell phone, upgrading to a newer one or contemplating a new cell phone plan, it’s a good idea to thoroughly research your purchase. There are a multitude of companies, cell phone plans and rates available....
Cell phones -The increasingly indispensable "luxury" gadgets
October 27, 2005 EST | General
Millions of people in the U.S. and around the globe use cell phones. They are such great gadgets--with a cell phone you can talk to anyone on the planet from just about anywhere! Once thought of as an expensive, distracting...
How cell phones work
October 27, 2005 EST | General
Each day thousands of people in the United States purchase cellular phones. At that rate it is likely that someone you know owns a cell phone and uses it on a regular basis. They are such great gadgets - and...
Mobile phone evolution
August 16, 2005 EST | General
The pace at which the Mobile Phone has evolved over the last couple of years is truly remarkable. Triband, WAP, personalised Polyphonic Ringtones, Themes, Games, Radios are now merely standard features on a lot of todays compact mobile phones. But...
Cell phones safety
August 04, 2005 EST | General
Cell phones are everywhere and I believe they are here to stay. With the advent of cellular phones for public use came a whole host of issues that I don't think anyone expected, at least not in the magnitude we...
Prepaid cellular phones
August 04, 2005 EST | General
Reasons why someone would purchase a prepaid cellular phone. Prepaid cellular phone is an alternative to a monthly cellular phone plan. Prepaid cellular phone services are currently being offered by AT&T, Cricket, Verizon, and many other companies. There are many...
Mobile content: An expression of individuality
August 01, 2005 EST | General
Cell phones were created with the purpose of facilitating communication on the go. With the advancement of technology, cell phones matured into devices that are able to send text messages, surf the internet and even play games. Today, cell phones...
SMS warehouse launch Positive V2 free pc to mobile software
August 01, 2005 EST | General
SMS warehouse, a South African based text messaging solutions provider announced the launch of more functional desktop messaging software. Positive SMS V2 is an advanced pc to mobile desktop application used by business and individuals to send SMS from their...
Enterprise mobility - It’s more than connecting on the go
July 29, 2005 EST | General
The new Nortel vision of mobility redefines the possibilities for communication and collaboration in dynamic, distributed enterprises. It’s a surprising but very real statistic: 50 to 70 percent of office space is unoccupied during normal business hours (International Telework Association...
Why buy a cell phone when you can get one free?
July 26, 2005 EST | General
If you’re in the market for a new cell phone, now days you don’t have to plop down your hard earned money for the latest new cell phone styles unless you are looking for a phone with all the bells...
Tips for safe use of cell phones and batteries
July 26, 2005 EST | General
1. Increase the life span of your cell phone and battery by following the manufacturer’s directions for using the phone and charging the battery. 2. Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. Some Web sites and second-hand dealers,...
GPS cell phones
July 24, 2005 EST | General
Motivated by the events of 9/11 2001 and problems with 911 calls from cellular phones, the FCC requires that by the end of 2005 all cell phone carriers must be able to trace the location of cell phone calls to...
Save money on cell phone offers: Beware of family plans
July 24, 2005 EST | General
There are many offers for family cell phone plans on the web. To get the best deals, here are some guidelines: Get enough anytime minutes Keep track of your usage Be aware of the costs for extras like text messaging...
Cell phone etiquette
July 21, 2005 EST | General
Watch your volume and get reacquainted with your voice mail if you don’t want to be a cell phone pest. Volume The number one complaint against rude cell phone users is that ‘they are so loud.’ There was a time...
Mobile phone buyers guide
July 21, 2005 EST | General
If you already have a mobile phone, you can switch to a different network and take your phone number with you, although you may need a different handset. You could get a connection with a new number, using your existing...
Cell phone as your primary line
July 19, 2005 EST | General
If you find a good service and affordable features, or spend a lot of time away from home, then consider going totally wireless. Many cell phone customers are now using their cell phone as their primary phone line. As the...
How to choose a great camera phone
July 18, 2005 EST | Camera Phone , General
List of Features Camera phones are handy, and they offer the most features of any type of cell phone on the market. The list of features available on a camera phone is truly astounding for such a small product. Here...
Cell phone accessories
July 16, 2005 EST | General
Accessories can complete an outfit, dress up something like a purse, a coat or shoes. Accessories can also add to the performance of something like a cell phone. Cell phones have almost as many accessories as Barbie does. Some accessories...
Mobile phone forensics
July 16, 2005 EST | General
Mobile Phone Forensics or Cell Phone Forensics techniques are improving daily. These services are now commercially available through certain specialist companies, (Mobile Phone Forensics, ( http://www.mobilephoneforensics.com ), Disklabs, ( http://www.disklabs.com ), and ICG Inc, ( http://www.icginc.com )), and is no...
Growing trends of the mobile phone industry
July 05, 2005 EST | General
The ever-changing mobile communications industry is again transforming consumer perception of telephony on-the-move. We’ve come a long way since the 80’s "brick like" model that gave us the freedom to move away from dingy payphones. In fact, mobile phones today...
Wireless phone coverage areas: Antennas & Networks
June 18, 2005 EST | Consumer Info , General
Mobile or "cell" phones work through a system of radio waves and towers or antennas to transmit calls. Since cell phones rely on radio waves, and radio waves travel though the air, completing calls can, at times, be unreliable. Like...
Cell phone fraud
June 03, 2005 EST | Consumer Info , General
Cellular fraud (cell fraud) is defined as the unauthorized use, tampering, or manipulation of a cellular phone or service. At one time, cloning of cellular phones accounted for a large portion of cell fraud. As a result, the Wireless Telephone...
National Do Not Call Registry program
June 03, 2005 EST | Consumer Info , General
If you’ve received an e-mail telling you that your cell phone is about to be assaulted by telemarketing calls as a result of a new cell phone number database, rest assured that this is not the case. Telemarketing to cell...
Radiation shields
June 02, 2005 EST | General
These days, it seems like everyone has a cell phone. It’s no wonder that promoters have begun to pitch shields as protection against the radiation the phones emit. But the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, says...
How reliable are cell phones?
May 25, 2005 EST | General
Cellular phones and pagers are part of the "now" generation, instant contact, anywhere at any time. People are looking for convenience, comfort and security. The question is how instantaneous and reliable is the contact? Talking with someone is the main...
Security of GSM system
May 17, 2005 EST | General
Introduction Every day millions of people use cellular phones over radio links. With the increasing features, the mobile phone is gradually becoming a handheld computer. In the early 1980’s, when most of the mobile telephone system was analog, the inefficiency...
Why do cell phone reviews
May 06, 2005 EST | General
By Declan Tobin Well let’s be honest some people just don’t bother doing cell phone reviews, and why should they? Well let’s keep things simple, would you just walk into a car showroom and drive away within 5 minutes, not...
Cell phone future features
April 13, 2005 EST | General , Miscellaneous , WiFi
Cell phone users have mixed feelings about predicted new handset features, reports In-Stat. According to a proprietary survey of cell phone users by the high tech research firm, Wi-Fi- and Skype-enabled handsets, voice activation for text input, and mapping and...
