In these modern times of communication people are becoming more and more dependant on the use of cell phones. There are literally hundreds of different plans that all offer completely unique incentives. Unfortunately it is starting to become a little too complicated for most people, therefore if you are one of these people, your best option would be to go with prepaid cell phone plan instead of a monthly contracted plan. This article will discuss the major differences between prepaid cellular phone plans and monthly plans.
Prepaid Cell Phones
So what exactly are prepaid cell phones and how are they beneficial. Well they are essentially this, a phone plan that you pay for when you need more credit. Basically once you run out of credit, all you have to do is go down to the local 7 eleven or anywhere that offers prepaid credit and top up your account. The benefits of such a plan are that you aren't locked into any fixed contract so if you decide that you want to change providers you can do so without having to pay any sort of fee.
When people think of prepaid, they think that it will work out to be more expensive then if you were on a plan of some sort, especially if you are someone who uses their cell phone a lot. This of course is not true as there is the option of purchasing a cap plan where you are given a certain amount of credit for the price you pay, however you will only have one month to use the credit. Basically you get about 5 times as much credit as what you paid for. So if you paid $50, you should get around $250 worth of calls, depending on the service provider.
Monthly Plans
The next choice you have to make is whether or not you are best going with a plan or not. Basically the advantage of going with a plan is that you will normally get a free phone when you sign the contract. Prepaid phones require you to purchase your own phone and we all know how expensive they can be! Therefore if you want to get a good phone that is worth a few hundred dollars, you are more than likely going to get it for free on a plan, if not free then for a lot cheaper.
So in summary you need to make the choice of whether having a good phone is important to you and if it is you are better off going with monthly plan, if not then you can buy yourself a cheap phone and get yourself a prepaid sim card and in the end you are going to save a little more money and have the added bonus of not being locked into a contract.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Soul Mate Or Cell Mate - Cellmate Soulmate Connection
Friends: Lunch on weekends, sometimes stretches till the cocktail hour.
Family: A Few hour on weekends.
Colleagues: About eight to 10 hours a day.
Cellphone: 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Must be next to the pillow to ensure a sound sleep too.
At first read, this may sound like the schedule of socially inept people, but do a quick calculation and your life can also be divided into roughly the same time schedule. You can manage your typical helter-skelter home-office-party-home day without family, friends and colleagues, but try leaving the cell behind and hey... it's the end of the world.
Especially if you are a single woman in the city, says a recent research by the London School of Economics. The researchers feel the cell has today turned into a replacement for the significant other, a bodyguard and friend for women. We find out how...
Your personal bodyguard
Uhh, it's him again... the guy who doesn't seem to get it when you say 'no'. So rather than make another excuse about why you don't want go out with him or talk to him... just pick up your cell and... talk away to glory. So what if there's no one at the other end? After all, your cell is a physical barrier as well and the best way to tell someone to lay off. "Sometimes, when I want to avoid someone, I just pretend to call, or may be scroll the messages. Laugh if you will, but no one dares to disturb me while I am doing that," says actress Lisa Carey. But maybe you want to heed this advice: Don't try this on your boss even if his diatribes on your falling standards are sending you into a coma!
For the fix of gossip
The women respondents to the survey have termed the cell as "the new village green". The idea is to pass notes about the 'Ms-know-it-all' colleague, the siren who is giving your guy a once over or that hunk who's just joined your office today. No woman can resist the temptation of telling her buddy about this ASAP - so the SMS! "Aren't there times when someone or something is so irritating you that you need to tell your friends about it? Waiting till the weekend or evening would be too long. While I haven't done it often, it is a lot of fun," says VJ Kirstin.
Your personal companion
You are again stuck in a party where you know just one person, who coincidentally knows everybody else. Rather than merge with the wallpaper and be tagged as a loser with a capital L, women would prefer to have a tete-a-tete with their ol' friend - the cell. "There have been times I have checked out even the toll options in my cell to seem busy at a party. Believe me, it seems like manna from heaven then," feels design student Carolyn Barger.
Oh, that feeling of safety
Respondents to the LSE study say they feel safe with a cell around because according to them, "there are real people in there". "Whether I am out of the city for work or at my apartment or travelling late at night, my cell keeps me safe. It is some semblance of sanity in my life," says entrepreneur Tania Dally. And have they used this 'safety valve'? "Numerous times. When you're caught in a downpour with the car tyre punctured, just listening to a friend telling you to relax, it is going to be fine, is such a relief," adds Lamba.
A Cellular Phone For The Whole Family!
There are many different types of cell phone plans that all sport different features and services for different people. Each of these plans offer different cellular phones to go along with the package and most of the time, they allow people to pay off that phone while they're paying for their plan. One of the most popular plans that people are choosing above the rest are family plans, which enable every member of your family to have their own phone. Generally this type of plan helps to save a great deal of money. So in this article we are going to go through all the advantages to signing up for a family plan, as well as discussing all the different features that are available with this service.
Why?
Well as communication starts to become more and more important day after day, many parents are finding it hard to keep up with what their children are doing, mainly parents who have teenagers of course! Basically every teenager wants to have their own cellular phone and really can you blame them? Everyone has a one these days and there are of course so many benefits to owning one. The first being that if an emergency happens and you need to contact someone, having a cell phone will allow you to do this faster compared to having to search for a phone box, which may of course be the difference between life and death! The second is that it's now becoming increasingly important to communicate with people as fast as possible.
We live in an age where communication runs our lives, where information can be passed within the blink of an eye and if we are not keeping up with technology, then we're just watching the world pass us by. Anyway enough blabbering on, let's discuss the reasons why you should get on a family plan, presuming you have a family to share with of course!
Basically the best possible reason why you should sign up for a family plan is because you are going to save a whole lot of money. If you have already decided that you want your kids to have their own phones, then you need to start shopping around. Don't just sign up for the first plan you hear about. Spend a whole day shopping around.
Firstly try the internet because it's probably going to be the fastest way to find the plan for you and secondly it means you won't have to put up with annoying sales people looking to see you anything they can just so they can get a commission. If you do decide to go shopping down at the local mall, make sure you don't allow anyone to sway your opinion. Ask the questions by all means but don't let them sell you something you are not sure about. Find out the call rates on every plan possible and make an educated decision. You could save hundreds of dollars just by making the right decision!
Why?
Well as communication starts to become more and more important day after day, many parents are finding it hard to keep up with what their children are doing, mainly parents who have teenagers of course! Basically every teenager wants to have their own cellular phone and really can you blame them? Everyone has a one these days and there are of course so many benefits to owning one. The first being that if an emergency happens and you need to contact someone, having a cell phone will allow you to do this faster compared to having to search for a phone box, which may of course be the difference between life and death! The second is that it's now becoming increasingly important to communicate with people as fast as possible.
We live in an age where communication runs our lives, where information can be passed within the blink of an eye and if we are not keeping up with technology, then we're just watching the world pass us by. Anyway enough blabbering on, let's discuss the reasons why you should get on a family plan, presuming you have a family to share with of course!
Basically the best possible reason why you should sign up for a family plan is because you are going to save a whole lot of money. If you have already decided that you want your kids to have their own phones, then you need to start shopping around. Don't just sign up for the first plan you hear about. Spend a whole day shopping around.
Firstly try the internet because it's probably going to be the fastest way to find the plan for you and secondly it means you won't have to put up with annoying sales people looking to see you anything they can just so they can get a commission. If you do decide to go shopping down at the local mall, make sure you don't allow anyone to sway your opinion. Ask the questions by all means but don't let them sell you something you are not sure about. Find out the call rates on every plan possible and make an educated decision. You could save hundreds of dollars just by making the right decision!
Tips On How To Buy A Cell Phone
Mobile phones or cell phones are electronic gadgets which are portable and can be seen in every second person`s hand or pocket these days. Teenagers swear by it and their lives revolve around it. Take away a teenagers cell phone and he will be half dead!
The cell phones are portable and have a long range. You can use it for various purposes like talking, sending and receiving short messages, storing your various contact details, sending and receiving e mails, and whole lot of other things which vary from model to model, and the special features that your handset may be having. Cell phone can be called a miniscule computer in your pocket, such great and varying are the features. Listen to music, watch TV, play games, click pictures. The list is exhaustible.
Cell phones have now become an extension of one`s personality but there is a big hue and cry over the environment and health issues involved. It is being researched that does using the cell phone really increase the chances of cancer or tumor? There was a report the other day that those who have pace makers shouldn`t keep cell phones in their breast pocket as the cell battery may affect the heart beat rates. Again there are other researchers who insist that cell phones may lead to permanent brain damage. It is a topic for countless debates all over the globe with the risks outweighing the benefits by a large margin!
Leaving aside the debatable health issues there is one issue over which there is no conflict. That is, accidents are caused while driving because of talking and driving simultaneously. By the data collected it has been well established that talking on the phone while driving increases the chances of making mistakes manifold. This has led to an increase in the number of accidents quite a lot.
There is a great variety of cell phones available in the market and you may get thoroughly confused with the wide array of features available. You may not know which one is suitable for you. Here are few tips to help you choose the cell phone meant for you.
If you know that your phone is going to be rough handled then you shouldn`t go for flip phones. They tend to break with rough handling. You should select something from candy bar styles, clamp bell styles or non flip phones. Sliders and twist phones are also a good option for you. Hence keep your usage and lifestyle in mind before deciding upon the type of phone you intend to buy.
Depending on your choice and budget you can go for the thickest or the slimmest handset. There are various choices and you may select any.
Take care that you can talk at least for four hours on battery and you must be able to use the phone for at least 2 days without charging the battery. Much depends on your usage also. The battery will drain faster if you talk more.
Select a PDA phone if you go online quite frequently or if you send lists of long sms.
Last but not the least before you start using the cell phone you must know cell phone etiquettes. The cell phone ringing at most somber of occasions like a funeral or formal event like a speech, concerts and serious music are insulting to the performer. Quite a few people talk over the phone in high pitch in public. All this should be scrupulously avoided otherwise your own standard of manners and etiquettes go down apart from the fact that everyone can hear what you are discussing.
Keep the tips given above in mind and be a smart cell phone user!
This article can also be accessed in portuguese language from the Article section of page Cell_Phone
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for PoloMercantil.
The cell phones are portable and have a long range. You can use it for various purposes like talking, sending and receiving short messages, storing your various contact details, sending and receiving e mails, and whole lot of other things which vary from model to model, and the special features that your handset may be having. Cell phone can be called a miniscule computer in your pocket, such great and varying are the features. Listen to music, watch TV, play games, click pictures. The list is exhaustible.
Cell phones have now become an extension of one`s personality but there is a big hue and cry over the environment and health issues involved. It is being researched that does using the cell phone really increase the chances of cancer or tumor? There was a report the other day that those who have pace makers shouldn`t keep cell phones in their breast pocket as the cell battery may affect the heart beat rates. Again there are other researchers who insist that cell phones may lead to permanent brain damage. It is a topic for countless debates all over the globe with the risks outweighing the benefits by a large margin!
Leaving aside the debatable health issues there is one issue over which there is no conflict. That is, accidents are caused while driving because of talking and driving simultaneously. By the data collected it has been well established that talking on the phone while driving increases the chances of making mistakes manifold. This has led to an increase in the number of accidents quite a lot.
There is a great variety of cell phones available in the market and you may get thoroughly confused with the wide array of features available. You may not know which one is suitable for you. Here are few tips to help you choose the cell phone meant for you.
If you know that your phone is going to be rough handled then you shouldn`t go for flip phones. They tend to break with rough handling. You should select something from candy bar styles, clamp bell styles or non flip phones. Sliders and twist phones are also a good option for you. Hence keep your usage and lifestyle in mind before deciding upon the type of phone you intend to buy.
Depending on your choice and budget you can go for the thickest or the slimmest handset. There are various choices and you may select any.
Take care that you can talk at least for four hours on battery and you must be able to use the phone for at least 2 days without charging the battery. Much depends on your usage also. The battery will drain faster if you talk more.
Select a PDA phone if you go online quite frequently or if you send lists of long sms.
Last but not the least before you start using the cell phone you must know cell phone etiquettes. The cell phone ringing at most somber of occasions like a funeral or formal event like a speech, concerts and serious music are insulting to the performer. Quite a few people talk over the phone in high pitch in public. All this should be scrupulously avoided otherwise your own standard of manners and etiquettes go down apart from the fact that everyone can hear what you are discussing.
Keep the tips given above in mind and be a smart cell phone user!
This article can also be accessed in portuguese language from the Article section of page Cell_Phone
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for PoloMercantil.
LG KU990 Viewty : a mobile with beauty
Among lots of mobile manufacturing companies, LG is one of the most adorable brand names. Nowadays, if a mobile phone is holding the brand tag of LG, then it is considered a brilliant piece of innovation. One of the most effective models from LG is the LG KU990 or the LG Viewty.The LG KU990 Viewty is a tri-band GSM mobile phone that comes with the power of 3G. The measurement of this handset is 103.5 x 54.4 x 14.8 mm and this phone merely weighs 112 grams. The major USP of this phone is its design and the positioning of keys. The call making and call ending keys and menu keys are set on the bottom of this mobile, whereas, the numerical keys are positioned between the screen and menu keys.
The Viewty is equipped with 3 inches large TFT touchscreen that supports the resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. In addition, the vibrant Flash UI and downloadable wallpapers add more beauty to the screen.The Phone book can easily hold 500 phone entries and photo calls. This mobile device has the internal memory of 100 MB and the users can upgrade it up to 2GB by adding a micro SD external memory card.This handset supports various connectivity options such as GPRS, EDGE, 3G, Bluetooth and USB. The WAP 2.0 with HTML capabilities would enable the users to browse high speed Internet. The users can also enjoy sending and receiving the emails through this phone.
The most effective feature of this mobile phone is the integrated 5 mega pixel camera. The camera comes with various supportive features such as strobe flash, auto focus and video recording options. The camera is capable of taking great pictures and videos with a resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels. On the other hand, the secondary QCIF camera enables the users to make effective video calls as well. The LG Viewty is loaded with other features too. Some of these features are: Java MIDP 2.0, music player, and FM radio with RDS, organizer, document viewer and many more. This phone is powered by standard Li-Ion 1000 mAH battery that is capable of delivering a talk time of up to 4 hours and the standby time of up to 430 hours. Read More About LG Mobile Phones
The Viewty is equipped with 3 inches large TFT touchscreen that supports the resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. In addition, the vibrant Flash UI and downloadable wallpapers add more beauty to the screen.The Phone book can easily hold 500 phone entries and photo calls. This mobile device has the internal memory of 100 MB and the users can upgrade it up to 2GB by adding a micro SD external memory card.This handset supports various connectivity options such as GPRS, EDGE, 3G, Bluetooth and USB. The WAP 2.0 with HTML capabilities would enable the users to browse high speed Internet. The users can also enjoy sending and receiving the emails through this phone.
The most effective feature of this mobile phone is the integrated 5 mega pixel camera. The camera comes with various supportive features such as strobe flash, auto focus and video recording options. The camera is capable of taking great pictures and videos with a resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels. On the other hand, the secondary QCIF camera enables the users to make effective video calls as well. The LG Viewty is loaded with other features too. Some of these features are: Java MIDP 2.0, music player, and FM radio with RDS, organizer, document viewer and many more. This phone is powered by standard Li-Ion 1000 mAH battery that is capable of delivering a talk time of up to 4 hours and the standby time of up to 430 hours. Read More About LG Mobile Phones
Lg Viewty vs Samsung G400 : Service is What Life is all About
The latest phone, LG Viewty is a fashionable handset that displays a 5 mega pixel digital camera, a multimedia player, a web browser, document viewer, etc. The camera offers a manual focus and an image stabilizer that bring a brilliant photography experience with DVD like quality pictures. This 3G smart phone presents various features like a wide TFT-LCD 3-inch touch screen, in-built editing software, handwriting recognition software and TV output function. The 100 MB internal memory and MicroSD card is suitable for storing your videos, files and songs. The phone also supports EDGE and GPRS and an inbuilt internet browser for fast internet connectivity. Messaging is fun with LG Viewty and the video recording feature gives you an option to record a video shoot. Make video calls through the secondary VGA camera and enjoy seeing the person you are talking to.
Browse the internet with the WAP browser and stay updated on the move. Get an exciting mobile experience with the powerful user friendly features. The multimedia features like movie studio, music and video play list, FM radio and games make it an amazing phone. The top of the line features of the LG Viewty make it a really high end entry to the lineage of LG phones.
The Samsung mobile phones are appreciated for their fashionable designs. These mobile phones are endowed with attractive and easy to use features and outstanding entertainment options. The Samsung G and U series phones offer numerous enhanced features. These gizmo's come with all the latest features such as various connectivity tools, music players, camera and web access feature. The G series mobile phones fulfill all the mobile related needs of all classes of people. Samsung announced the latest dual screen clamshell designed phone, the Samsung G400, which comes with a luxurious metallic finish. The remarkable list of features include an internal 2.22 TFT LCD display, external full touch screen display, FM radio, music, camera, and photo album. The 5 megapixel camera is endowed with the latest imaging features like image stabilizer and automatic face detection. Its 100MB of memory can be expanded via microSD card. Access the phone’s multimedia capabilities and enjoy using its advanced features.
The Samsung G400 offers three graphic user interfaces from which you can choose one option according to your taste and you can take advantage of 7.2 Mbps High Speed Down link Packet Access (HSDPA) browsers. This triband device is sure to appeal the consumers around the globe. These handsets are available as a part of attractive contract deals which can make your purchase cost effective and economical.
If you want to know more about the latest LG & Samsung phones like Samsung G800 or LG KS20 or LG KF510 with best offers visit our online mobile shop
Palm Treo 680 Smartphone
The Palm Treo 680 is a very nice model from Palm, it has a very cool features that would definitely help you to enjoy your time. This model features with lighter weight than its brother version Palm Treo 650, it also more thinner than it.
It features a high technology built-in Blutooth headset for all wireless communication functions, you can send and receive files easily using this model. It can receive any type of file from any other Bluetooth access devices such as notebooks, PCs, Macs and other Bluetooth access mobile phones.
It features a smart keyboard that is very similar to the ordinary keyboard of your personal computer, this keyboard will provide you all internet functions. You can also enjoy the highest technology VGA camera for the best of video and image recording.
You will be also provided with a full function mp3 player for unlimited music playing, you can listen to all of your favorite music in any file formats such as mp3, WAV and WMA. It can work in most parts of the world because it compatible with all GSM services in all over the world.
It can work with T-mobile and At&T Cingular mobile cellular services, it can be in a very discount price if it comes with one of the cellular service plans. It would be a very good choice if you want a mobile phone that can provide all your communication needs. You would be provided with all internet functions like web browsing and chatting. It also has a very cool compact design, light weight, slim design, no antenna and very cool silver color.
By Elhusseiny Shahin, You can purchase a Palm Treo smartphone at a discount price from Purchase Mobile Phone website.
It features a high technology built-in Blutooth headset for all wireless communication functions, you can send and receive files easily using this model. It can receive any type of file from any other Bluetooth access devices such as notebooks, PCs, Macs and other Bluetooth access mobile phones.
It features a smart keyboard that is very similar to the ordinary keyboard of your personal computer, this keyboard will provide you all internet functions. You can also enjoy the highest technology VGA camera for the best of video and image recording.
You will be also provided with a full function mp3 player for unlimited music playing, you can listen to all of your favorite music in any file formats such as mp3, WAV and WMA. It can work in most parts of the world because it compatible with all GSM services in all over the world.
It can work with T-mobile and At&T Cingular mobile cellular services, it can be in a very discount price if it comes with one of the cellular service plans. It would be a very good choice if you want a mobile phone that can provide all your communication needs. You would be provided with all internet functions like web browsing and chatting. It also has a very cool compact design, light weight, slim design, no antenna and very cool silver color.
By Elhusseiny Shahin, You can purchase a Palm Treo smartphone at a discount price from Purchase Mobile Phone website.
How Can I Find Someone's Cell Phone Number
Have you ever had this happen to you? You meet someone, know their name, but for whatever reason you didn't get their mobile phone number. You know they have a cell phone because they showed it to you but when you try to look them up using a phone book or online "Yellow Pages" their name is no where to be found. And there you are asking "how can I find someone's cell phone number?"
As you have found out, if you did what was said above, there is no phone book of cellular numbers. Because of various federal regulations concerning privacy all cell phone numbers are unlisted to prevent data mining by telemarketers and their ilk. While this keeps cell phone spam to a minimum it makes it increasingly hard to lookup someone's cell phone number.
So what do you do when you are faced with this problem? Fortunately there are several options available to you when it comes to looking up mobile phone numbers.
Your first two options won't cost you anything other then some time, patience, and a less ideal return on those two things. In other words free doesn't necessarily translate into a high success rate. On the other hand it doesn't hurt to try because you just never know when you'll get lucky.
The quickest of the free cell phone number search methods is to "Google" the person. It really can be that simple if they have happened to leave some personal information about themselves on a website somewhere. Social networking sites such as MySpace, online classified ad sites, and message boards are the most likely spots to return someone's name, address, and phone number.
Your second choice when it comes to free cell phone number searches is using one of the no cost cellular directories that can be found on the internet. There is a catch to using one of these free sites. In order to join you will have to help them populate their name and number database by entering your own cell phone information into it before they will allow you access. This method is slowly gaining the acceptance of cell phone users but these databases are far from complete.
In most cases the best way to find that unknown cell phone number is through a national registry of cellular numbers. These websites do charge a small membership fee but it can be well worth the cost in time savings alone. You will also get you unlimited searches for the lifetime of your membership and if you have a web enabled phone you can access the site from your phone. It's like having a portable phone book where ever you go.
So the next time you are wondering "how can I find someone's cell phone number", here are three ways which should be able to help you. Just remember there are over a billion cell numbers out there and the method you choose will have a direct bearing on how successful you are.
To learn more about national cell phone registries and how to lookup someone's cell phone number please click here.
As you have found out, if you did what was said above, there is no phone book of cellular numbers. Because of various federal regulations concerning privacy all cell phone numbers are unlisted to prevent data mining by telemarketers and their ilk. While this keeps cell phone spam to a minimum it makes it increasingly hard to lookup someone's cell phone number.
So what do you do when you are faced with this problem? Fortunately there are several options available to you when it comes to looking up mobile phone numbers.
Your first two options won't cost you anything other then some time, patience, and a less ideal return on those two things. In other words free doesn't necessarily translate into a high success rate. On the other hand it doesn't hurt to try because you just never know when you'll get lucky.
The quickest of the free cell phone number search methods is to "Google" the person. It really can be that simple if they have happened to leave some personal information about themselves on a website somewhere. Social networking sites such as MySpace, online classified ad sites, and message boards are the most likely spots to return someone's name, address, and phone number.
Your second choice when it comes to free cell phone number searches is using one of the no cost cellular directories that can be found on the internet. There is a catch to using one of these free sites. In order to join you will have to help them populate their name and number database by entering your own cell phone information into it before they will allow you access. This method is slowly gaining the acceptance of cell phone users but these databases are far from complete.
In most cases the best way to find that unknown cell phone number is through a national registry of cellular numbers. These websites do charge a small membership fee but it can be well worth the cost in time savings alone. You will also get you unlimited searches for the lifetime of your membership and if you have a web enabled phone you can access the site from your phone. It's like having a portable phone book where ever you go.
So the next time you are wondering "how can I find someone's cell phone number", here are three ways which should be able to help you. Just remember there are over a billion cell numbers out there and the method you choose will have a direct bearing on how successful you are.
To learn more about national cell phone registries and how to lookup someone's cell phone number please click here.
LG KS20 Vs LG KF600 Venus: Excellent Style and Performance
LG is one of the established mobile phone brands. It has gained huge success by understanding and fulfilling the ever-changing requirements of people. The latest LG phones offer advanced technologies, appealing colors and stunning looks. LG brings durable handsets with astonishing designs and unlimited entertainment features. These classic and trendy phones fulfill all your entertainment needs and offer an exciting experience with their stunning looks and superior features. If you are looking for LG phones, go online and find the list of various handsets available with amazing deals. The two handsets which are appreciated by the consumers these days include LG KS20 and LG KF600 Venus.
The LG KS20 is a feature-rich handset that operates on Windows Mobile 6 Professional. Its impressive range of features include a 2.8-inch touchscreen, media player, integrated FM radio, built-in hands-free, WAP browser, Bluetooth, GPRS, 28 MB internal memory, etc. It comes with an integrated 2 megapixel camera with autofocus. The secondary camera can be used for the purpose of video calling. The phone offers a wonderful connectivity through features like GSM and WCDMA. The phone is truly amazing with its exclusive applications. Open the documents in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other file formats through the Document Viewer. The incredible touchscreen lets the users access the phone menu and applications. Get access to fast internet connection through WAP and Wi-fi. Have a convenient conversation through Bluetooth headsets. This iPhone-like LG KS20 is useful for professionals who want to do their official work on the move. Some of the amazing multimedia features make this phone a favorite among the businessmen. They can take advantage of the fast internet connectivity and data transmission facility available on the LG KS20.
The LG KF600 Venus is popular for its multimedia-rich capabilities and user-friendly applications. Some of the outstanding features of the handset include a touch sensitive navigation screen, colorful TFT screen, slide opening mechanism and a user-friendly keypad. Capture and record images with the help of built-in advanced camera features of the 2 megapixel camera. Get a lively experience by recording video clips through the video capabilities of the phone. The handset is loaded with all the features you expect from a classic phone. The advanced messaging options include SMS, MMS, email and instant messaging. On the entertainment side, the handset supports an MP3 player and a FM radio. The built-in music player comes with easy to use music controls allowing you to enjoy your favorite tracks. The FM radio guarantees full entertainment by offering the latest music, news and weather updates. The 40 MB memory can be expanded adding a MicroSD type memory card. Get a fast data transfer access with EDGE technology. This excellent looking LG KF600 Venus phone offers a brilliant touchscreen control. The stylish slider design, an outstanding screen and a keypad make it convenient to work on this mobile.
Just visit the online mobile phones shops to purchase the amazing deals available on LG KS20 and LG KF600 Venus. Take advantage of great discounts, cash back offers and free gifts available with the contract phones. With the advent of online shops, it has become easier to shop for a mobile phone from the comfort of your home. The top mobile phone network providers in the UK are offering various incentives, free ipod, free Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii to the customers. So do not miss out on these mind boggling offers and get great benefits from these online shops.
The LG KS20 is a feature-rich handset that operates on Windows Mobile 6 Professional. Its impressive range of features include a 2.8-inch touchscreen, media player, integrated FM radio, built-in hands-free, WAP browser, Bluetooth, GPRS, 28 MB internal memory, etc. It comes with an integrated 2 megapixel camera with autofocus. The secondary camera can be used for the purpose of video calling. The phone offers a wonderful connectivity through features like GSM and WCDMA. The phone is truly amazing with its exclusive applications. Open the documents in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other file formats through the Document Viewer. The incredible touchscreen lets the users access the phone menu and applications. Get access to fast internet connection through WAP and Wi-fi. Have a convenient conversation through Bluetooth headsets. This iPhone-like LG KS20 is useful for professionals who want to do their official work on the move. Some of the amazing multimedia features make this phone a favorite among the businessmen. They can take advantage of the fast internet connectivity and data transmission facility available on the LG KS20.
The LG KF600 Venus is popular for its multimedia-rich capabilities and user-friendly applications. Some of the outstanding features of the handset include a touch sensitive navigation screen, colorful TFT screen, slide opening mechanism and a user-friendly keypad. Capture and record images with the help of built-in advanced camera features of the 2 megapixel camera. Get a lively experience by recording video clips through the video capabilities of the phone. The handset is loaded with all the features you expect from a classic phone. The advanced messaging options include SMS, MMS, email and instant messaging. On the entertainment side, the handset supports an MP3 player and a FM radio. The built-in music player comes with easy to use music controls allowing you to enjoy your favorite tracks. The FM radio guarantees full entertainment by offering the latest music, news and weather updates. The 40 MB memory can be expanded adding a MicroSD type memory card. Get a fast data transfer access with EDGE technology. This excellent looking LG KF600 Venus phone offers a brilliant touchscreen control. The stylish slider design, an outstanding screen and a keypad make it convenient to work on this mobile.
Just visit the online mobile phones shops to purchase the amazing deals available on LG KS20 and LG KF600 Venus. Take advantage of great discounts, cash back offers and free gifts available with the contract phones. With the advent of online shops, it has become easier to shop for a mobile phone from the comfort of your home. The top mobile phone network providers in the UK are offering various incentives, free ipod, free Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii to the customers. So do not miss out on these mind boggling offers and get great benefits from these online shops.
It’s raining mobiles at Jagdish Market – Cell Phones in Hyderabad
There isn’t a better place in Hyderabad than Jagdish Market at Chirag Ali Lane in Abids to pick up a mobile phone. The market is choc-a-block with stores selling cell phones and everything related to it. What began as a hub for watches and electronics is now the single largest mobile phone market in Asia.
Phones Galore…
Where else in the world will you find stores for spectacle frames and lens having a separate counter for mobile phones? All the stores here sell some type of mobile product or offer some mobile-related service regardless of their actual business. That is Jagdish Market for you. Also known as Abids Shopping Centre, you will find both original and fake products here. The place is filled with second-hand cell phones, "box pieces" (new ones) and Chinese phones too.
Accessories and Repairs…
You can pick up accessories like scratch proof screens, tags and fancy pouches at nominal prices here. The place also has many "unlocking" centres for phones bought outside India and are therefore "locked" to a certain service provider or SIM card. There are a few mobile phone servicing centres where one can get their phones repaired. There is no fixed rate for servicing mobile phones as it depends on the phone’s model and the type of problem. It could be anything ranging from a simple component problem to software hassles.
Sale of Seconds…
You can also sell your old mobile phones here. Most store keepers buy them depending on the phone’s condition. There is a market here for used phones and it is pretty big. Used phones are checked for glitches and undergo servicing before being sold again. Prices depend on brand and condition of the phone.
Our Tips…
• Visit the market anytime between 10 AM and 9 PM from Monday to Saturday. The market is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
• Parking is a big hassle especially for cars. So better to go by autorickshaw. Otherwise you will have to park near Little Flower School and walk down. Beware of signs for one ways as they get changed often.
• Look for "box pieces" (new phones) and get the seal broken in front of you just to be sure of the quality. Ask for a warranty stamp and repair details.
• For repairs, look for authorised service centres (Sony and Nokia have authorised service centres there). Other places are cheaper but are best avoided unless they are known. Phone cloning, defective parts and overcharging are rampant here so discretion is advised.
• Ask around at different stores for the best price (it helps) and bargaining is encouraged. Vakil’s offers some good deals and so does Shubham.
• Do stick to known brands like Sony, Samsung, Nokia, Sagem, Siemens and Motorola. Chinese phones are feature loaded and cheap but have very limited warranty and might not last for more than a year.
• This is one of the best places to get your mobile loaded with the latest songs, video clips and handy software. Try and get this included in your purchase price.
• Be careful with your current phone as this is also one of the biggest markets for second hand and stolen phones. Do not be disappointed with low prices you get for your phone in exchange. Trends change too quickly to get more than half the value.
It’s raining mobiles at Jagdish Market has been written by Pranay who writes for MetroMela
Phones Galore…
Where else in the world will you find stores for spectacle frames and lens having a separate counter for mobile phones? All the stores here sell some type of mobile product or offer some mobile-related service regardless of their actual business. That is Jagdish Market for you. Also known as Abids Shopping Centre, you will find both original and fake products here. The place is filled with second-hand cell phones, "box pieces" (new ones) and Chinese phones too.
Accessories and Repairs…
You can pick up accessories like scratch proof screens, tags and fancy pouches at nominal prices here. The place also has many "unlocking" centres for phones bought outside India and are therefore "locked" to a certain service provider or SIM card. There are a few mobile phone servicing centres where one can get their phones repaired. There is no fixed rate for servicing mobile phones as it depends on the phone’s model and the type of problem. It could be anything ranging from a simple component problem to software hassles.
Sale of Seconds…
You can also sell your old mobile phones here. Most store keepers buy them depending on the phone’s condition. There is a market here for used phones and it is pretty big. Used phones are checked for glitches and undergo servicing before being sold again. Prices depend on brand and condition of the phone.
Our Tips…
• Visit the market anytime between 10 AM and 9 PM from Monday to Saturday. The market is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
• Parking is a big hassle especially for cars. So better to go by autorickshaw. Otherwise you will have to park near Little Flower School and walk down. Beware of signs for one ways as they get changed often.
• Look for "box pieces" (new phones) and get the seal broken in front of you just to be sure of the quality. Ask for a warranty stamp and repair details.
• For repairs, look for authorised service centres (Sony and Nokia have authorised service centres there). Other places are cheaper but are best avoided unless they are known. Phone cloning, defective parts and overcharging are rampant here so discretion is advised.
• Ask around at different stores for the best price (it helps) and bargaining is encouraged. Vakil’s offers some good deals and so does Shubham.
• Do stick to known brands like Sony, Samsung, Nokia, Sagem, Siemens and Motorola. Chinese phones are feature loaded and cheap but have very limited warranty and might not last for more than a year.
• This is one of the best places to get your mobile loaded with the latest songs, video clips and handy software. Try and get this included in your purchase price.
• Be careful with your current phone as this is also one of the biggest markets for second hand and stolen phones. Do not be disappointed with low prices you get for your phone in exchange. Trends change too quickly to get more than half the value.
It’s raining mobiles at Jagdish Market has been written by Pranay who writes for MetroMela
3 Skypephone - An Ultimate Phone
In this globalized world, the telecommunication over internet has made long distance and international calls at comparatively lower rates. To give the manifestation for the above, the new Skype phone from the lineage of 3-network allows its users to enjoy call at discounted rates, across the globe. Considering this fact, 3 Skype phone has gained its popularity among various segments of society such as professionals, businessmen as well as residential users.
With its inherent feature of cost effectiveness and excellent sound quality, the handset has given a stiff competition to other contemporaries in the domain of internet telephony. As a matter of fact, the 3 Skype phone is a software based device. It enables the users to transmit the 'unified' communication over the IP network. With the help of this phone the users can route their voice chat, videos and text to other person, even across the national boundaries.
The 3 Skypephone does not allows the users to spend more on the monthly phone bills, as it exempts other surcharges. Unlike other mobile phones, the phone calls on the 3 Skype phone are charged on the per-minute basis. The color choice of white and pink color give a feel of elegance in its stupendous looks.
It is easy to carry and hold in a hand as it measures 100 mm in height, 44 mm in width and 13.6 mm in thickness. The good sized handset weighs only 68 grams in total. This slim and compact handset offers superior features such as an advanced camera, a MP3 player, a sound recorder, a high-end connectivity and access to internet. The integrated 2.0 mega pixels camera offers multiple imaging applications for perfect image. Moreover, on the 3 Skype phone, one can have wonderful sound experience, as it comes loaded with excellent music player. Not only this, the owner of this device can listen to the music in varied file formats.
The spacious 2 inches TFT display provides a flamboyant viewing experience to the users. The screen of the phone offers a brilliant and sharp display on a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. While communicating with others, the users can experience seamless connectivity. As a matter of fact, the handset is enriched with a GSM voice network for handling international or long distance calls.
With its inherent feature of cost effectiveness and excellent sound quality, the handset has given a stiff competition to other contemporaries in the domain of internet telephony. As a matter of fact, the 3 Skype phone is a software based device. It enables the users to transmit the 'unified' communication over the IP network. With the help of this phone the users can route their voice chat, videos and text to other person, even across the national boundaries.
The 3 Skypephone does not allows the users to spend more on the monthly phone bills, as it exempts other surcharges. Unlike other mobile phones, the phone calls on the 3 Skype phone are charged on the per-minute basis. The color choice of white and pink color give a feel of elegance in its stupendous looks.
It is easy to carry and hold in a hand as it measures 100 mm in height, 44 mm in width and 13.6 mm in thickness. The good sized handset weighs only 68 grams in total. This slim and compact handset offers superior features such as an advanced camera, a MP3 player, a sound recorder, a high-end connectivity and access to internet. The integrated 2.0 mega pixels camera offers multiple imaging applications for perfect image. Moreover, on the 3 Skype phone, one can have wonderful sound experience, as it comes loaded with excellent music player. Not only this, the owner of this device can listen to the music in varied file formats.
The spacious 2 inches TFT display provides a flamboyant viewing experience to the users. The screen of the phone offers a brilliant and sharp display on a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. While communicating with others, the users can experience seamless connectivity. As a matter of fact, the handset is enriched with a GSM voice network for handling international or long distance calls.
Variants of Blackberry Pearl: Defining Business Through Technology
Blackberry Pearl 8100 belonging to the smartphone category is one of the world's smallest and lightest smartphones. It comes with a complete digital camera, multimedia capabilities and expandable memory. Like other Blackberry phones, it offers the users everything that one can expect from a Blackberry model- phone, email, web browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer application etc. The phone also has SureType keyboard technology in a QWERTY- style layout for fast text and email composition. This variant of Blackberry Pearl is the ultimate combination of style and technology.
Talking about Blackberry 8110, this phone is loaded with advanced phone features like multimedia, digital camera, video recording, built-in GPS and expandable memory. This phone has many other features like wireless email, instant messaging, media player, camera, video recording etc. Further, the set has various options like Corporate Data access which helps in accessing corporate databases and applications from anywhere.
Switching over to Blackberry 8120, this smartphone is loaded with features like multimedia, digital camera, video recording, Wi-Fi capabilities and expandable memory. Like every other Blackberry, this phone too offers the full Blackberry experience featuring email, browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer application etc. This one is smart, stylish and small.
Moving on to Blackberry 8130, this BlackBerry phone is designed to help one out in anything he wants to do. This phone also comes with advanced phone features, multimedia, video recording, built-in GPS and expandable memory. It has 64 MB in-built memory which is expandable via micro SD card. This phone also has bluetooth facility to enable the user to call through hands free dialog. Besides, it also has rating for hearing aids.
In other words, the BlackBerry Pearl series is loaded with various splendid features and it is the only range under the brand which is loaded with a camera. The class and the style associated with these variants of the Blackberry speak for itself.
Talking about Blackberry 8110, this phone is loaded with advanced phone features like multimedia, digital camera, video recording, built-in GPS and expandable memory. This phone has many other features like wireless email, instant messaging, media player, camera, video recording etc. Further, the set has various options like Corporate Data access which helps in accessing corporate databases and applications from anywhere.
Switching over to Blackberry 8120, this smartphone is loaded with features like multimedia, digital camera, video recording, Wi-Fi capabilities and expandable memory. Like every other Blackberry, this phone too offers the full Blackberry experience featuring email, browser, text messaging (SMS and MMS), instant messaging, organizer application etc. This one is smart, stylish and small.
Moving on to Blackberry 8130, this BlackBerry phone is designed to help one out in anything he wants to do. This phone also comes with advanced phone features, multimedia, video recording, built-in GPS and expandable memory. It has 64 MB in-built memory which is expandable via micro SD card. This phone also has bluetooth facility to enable the user to call through hands free dialog. Besides, it also has rating for hearing aids.
In other words, the BlackBerry Pearl series is loaded with various splendid features and it is the only range under the brand which is loaded with a camera. The class and the style associated with these variants of the Blackberry speak for itself.
Cell Phones That Promote Weight Loss
By Pamela Mortimer
As with most of the world, cell phones are, like it or not, a permanent fixture in Japan. Unfortunately, expanding waistlines are also a trend – one that public officials don’t want to become a permanent fixture. In marrying the two, health officials have devised a plan to help those who need help with their health and weight by using their cell phones. The gist of the program is that people will use the cameras in their cell phones to take pictures of their food and send them off to nutritionists for an analysis and recommendations.
Asahi Kasei Corp., a Tokyo-based chemical and medical equipment manufacturer, has developed the system which is currently operating with about 150 health care providers and local governments around the country. The program was launched on a trial basis throughout public health insurance offices in the Osaka prefecture in western Japan. Approximately 100 cardiac patients signed up in the first year, closely followed by diabetics and those with obesity issues.
"Japanese have been getting fatter, especially men in their 20s and 30s, and there is concern over what they learned about nutrition when they were younger," said Satomi Onishi, an Osaka official. "We're hoping that this program can help us to get a handle on the problem."
Dr. Yutaka Kimura has developed a similar program at Kansai Medical University's Hirakata Hospital, also in Osaka. Program participants pay 4,500 yen ($37) to join and a monthly fee of 2,500 yen ($21) thereafter. Currently there are five participants who photograph their meals for three to seven days, then submit the photos to a nutritionist for review. In return, they receive an e-mail from the nutritionist containing analysis and advice.
"Patients used to fill out meal logs, but people tend to forget things or underestimate their portions," Kimura said. "Photographing meals and e-mailing them in is easier and gets more accurate results."
Japan’s Health Ministry released a report last year that estimated that nearly 20 million of its citizens - approximately one in five women and more than half of men between 40 and 70 years of age - were at risk for many health conditions associated with obesity, such as heart disease, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. Through the program, the Health Ministry hopes to see a 25% decrease in obesity. There are also hopes that other countries will follow suit.
As with most of the world, cell phones are, like it or not, a permanent fixture in Japan. Unfortunately, expanding waistlines are also a trend – one that public officials don’t want to become a permanent fixture. In marrying the two, health officials have devised a plan to help those who need help with their health and weight by using their cell phones. The gist of the program is that people will use the cameras in their cell phones to take pictures of their food and send them off to nutritionists for an analysis and recommendations.
Asahi Kasei Corp., a Tokyo-based chemical and medical equipment manufacturer, has developed the system which is currently operating with about 150 health care providers and local governments around the country. The program was launched on a trial basis throughout public health insurance offices in the Osaka prefecture in western Japan. Approximately 100 cardiac patients signed up in the first year, closely followed by diabetics and those with obesity issues.
"Japanese have been getting fatter, especially men in their 20s and 30s, and there is concern over what they learned about nutrition when they were younger," said Satomi Onishi, an Osaka official. "We're hoping that this program can help us to get a handle on the problem."
Dr. Yutaka Kimura has developed a similar program at Kansai Medical University's Hirakata Hospital, also in Osaka. Program participants pay 4,500 yen ($37) to join and a monthly fee of 2,500 yen ($21) thereafter. Currently there are five participants who photograph their meals for three to seven days, then submit the photos to a nutritionist for review. In return, they receive an e-mail from the nutritionist containing analysis and advice.
"Patients used to fill out meal logs, but people tend to forget things or underestimate their portions," Kimura said. "Photographing meals and e-mailing them in is easier and gets more accurate results."
Japan’s Health Ministry released a report last year that estimated that nearly 20 million of its citizens - approximately one in five women and more than half of men between 40 and 70 years of age - were at risk for many health conditions associated with obesity, such as heart disease, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. Through the program, the Health Ministry hopes to see a 25% decrease in obesity. There are also hopes that other countries will follow suit.
The Mobile Mania
Trends with Necessity
Most often, after much after thought when we do purchase a cell phone, after the initial jubilation, it’s quite likely that you might feel, that even here, it’s the same fundamentals that are at play as it is in life, in general. That the grass is greener at the other side! Much like marriage, where the longer you wait, its likely that you might get an even better deal (what with an even more understanding partner), so it is the case with mobile phones. After having purchased one, in all likely hood, you’ll find yourself admiring the cell phone that your colleague might possess!
In today’s corporate world, your sense of professionalism, is; believe it or not; measured (amongst other things), by the cell phone that you carry! Actually this makes sense to me! Imagine if you and your secretary had the same cell phone, possibly in a different color than your’s, you’d probably think even though it is for a second that there’s hardly a difference in both your statuses! I am not saying that you will, but the thought will cross your mind.
There are very few who understand, or let me place it this way, that there are very few geeks who understand that you cannot have both; either you have functionality, or you have the outer appearance of the cell phone that you may choose to purchase. You cannot say the case to be the same today of course, but then like I said earlier you only have to be a geek to identify that! Of course like it is with clothes and shoes, the color of your mobile phone (read as the most boring hues!) equally reflect the person you are.
Some Tips that may be useful for Cell Phone Users
These are a few pointers that you need to bear in mind while dealing with cell phones!
Firstly its not only the choice of phone, but how you use it that is important when you want to control the amount of radiation you are exposed to. Its important to note that along with style if you’d adhere to simple pointers that help you deal with technology in the best possible manner. The tips that follow help you to considerably reduce radiation and therefore health risks.
A simple fact is that the further away from your body the phone is, the less radiation you are exposed to. Therefore using a hands-free set is the easiest way to radically reduce the amount of radiation you are exposed to if you use a mobile phone.
Also by covering large areas of the phone with your hand, you can reduce its ability to send and receive signals. The phone thereby can increase its power and transmits stronger radiation to compensate this. You’d also find that at times, your ear suddenly throbs and you feel as if your heart is beating rapidly in your ear. That’s when your phone, thanks to the manner of your handling it, works harder to receive signals from its nearest station.
There are many people who make use of a particular beaded cap to the antenna of the phone under the pretext to preventing the radiation from reaching your brain. Its been proven that although it might cut the amount of radiation, there’s still no getting away from it!So the next time you pick up a call, please hold the phone as far down as possible, so it can operate at a low power.
The signal reception strength is always on display, irrespective of the model of your cell phone. When reception is good, the phone reduces power and radiation and uses maximum power and radiation if reception is poor, so please beware. Try making calls from your regular phone as far as possible, as the amount of radiation is directly connected to the length of time you talk on the mobile phone.
The radiation you are exposed to is directly related to the time you spend talking on your phone. For longer calls it is safer (and cheaper) to call from a regular phone. And please do not use a mobile phone when driving a car. Stop at a safe place and talk. It doesn’t matter how great you are at multi-tasking, you’re providing a great risk to your life!
Its best if you don’t use your mobile phone in places where there is a lot of electrical equipment, such as hospitals and aircraft. Do not bathe with your mobile phone. If large droplets of water come in contact with the machinery inside, it would take a while before it dries up, thereby increasing the radiation. Another intelligent tip would be not to let small children talk on your mobile phone for long periods. They are more susceptible than adults.
Show consideration to those around you when you have your phone with you. It’s not so much of the status as it may be the trying patience that you may experiment with your colleagues, as they may not be as keen on your phone as you are. And lastly, don’t forget to turn off your phone when you are in public places such as movie theatres and cafe. Making a habit of turning the cell phone off will be the best boon you would do for yourself!
Most often, after much after thought when we do purchase a cell phone, after the initial jubilation, it’s quite likely that you might feel, that even here, it’s the same fundamentals that are at play as it is in life, in general. That the grass is greener at the other side! Much like marriage, where the longer you wait, its likely that you might get an even better deal (what with an even more understanding partner), so it is the case with mobile phones. After having purchased one, in all likely hood, you’ll find yourself admiring the cell phone that your colleague might possess!
In today’s corporate world, your sense of professionalism, is; believe it or not; measured (amongst other things), by the cell phone that you carry! Actually this makes sense to me! Imagine if you and your secretary had the same cell phone, possibly in a different color than your’s, you’d probably think even though it is for a second that there’s hardly a difference in both your statuses! I am not saying that you will, but the thought will cross your mind.
There are very few who understand, or let me place it this way, that there are very few geeks who understand that you cannot have both; either you have functionality, or you have the outer appearance of the cell phone that you may choose to purchase. You cannot say the case to be the same today of course, but then like I said earlier you only have to be a geek to identify that! Of course like it is with clothes and shoes, the color of your mobile phone (read as the most boring hues!) equally reflect the person you are.
Some Tips that may be useful for Cell Phone Users
These are a few pointers that you need to bear in mind while dealing with cell phones!
Firstly its not only the choice of phone, but how you use it that is important when you want to control the amount of radiation you are exposed to. Its important to note that along with style if you’d adhere to simple pointers that help you deal with technology in the best possible manner. The tips that follow help you to considerably reduce radiation and therefore health risks.
A simple fact is that the further away from your body the phone is, the less radiation you are exposed to. Therefore using a hands-free set is the easiest way to radically reduce the amount of radiation you are exposed to if you use a mobile phone.
Also by covering large areas of the phone with your hand, you can reduce its ability to send and receive signals. The phone thereby can increase its power and transmits stronger radiation to compensate this. You’d also find that at times, your ear suddenly throbs and you feel as if your heart is beating rapidly in your ear. That’s when your phone, thanks to the manner of your handling it, works harder to receive signals from its nearest station.
There are many people who make use of a particular beaded cap to the antenna of the phone under the pretext to preventing the radiation from reaching your brain. Its been proven that although it might cut the amount of radiation, there’s still no getting away from it!So the next time you pick up a call, please hold the phone as far down as possible, so it can operate at a low power.
The signal reception strength is always on display, irrespective of the model of your cell phone. When reception is good, the phone reduces power and radiation and uses maximum power and radiation if reception is poor, so please beware. Try making calls from your regular phone as far as possible, as the amount of radiation is directly connected to the length of time you talk on the mobile phone.
The radiation you are exposed to is directly related to the time you spend talking on your phone. For longer calls it is safer (and cheaper) to call from a regular phone. And please do not use a mobile phone when driving a car. Stop at a safe place and talk. It doesn’t matter how great you are at multi-tasking, you’re providing a great risk to your life!
Its best if you don’t use your mobile phone in places where there is a lot of electrical equipment, such as hospitals and aircraft. Do not bathe with your mobile phone. If large droplets of water come in contact with the machinery inside, it would take a while before it dries up, thereby increasing the radiation. Another intelligent tip would be not to let small children talk on your mobile phone for long periods. They are more susceptible than adults.
Show consideration to those around you when you have your phone with you. It’s not so much of the status as it may be the trying patience that you may experiment with your colleagues, as they may not be as keen on your phone as you are. And lastly, don’t forget to turn off your phone when you are in public places such as movie theatres and cafe. Making a habit of turning the cell phone off will be the best boon you would do for yourself!
Cell Phone Takes a Bullet, Saves Amputee’s Life
It seems like cell phones can be programmed to do just about anything these days. Add taking a bullet for the team to the list. Roger Baxter, a Colorado Vietnam veteran who lost his lower right leg in a traffic accident last year, had just programmed his cell phone when it saved his life.
Last October Baxter was working for the Colorado Department of Transportation when a semi truck traveling at 70 mph hit him. He spent nearly a month in a coma, had 13 surgeries, and had his lower right leg amputated. Not one to be deterred by adversity, Baxter told reporters that when he saw his leg was gone, "I looked down and saw I had a leg missing and thought ‘Oh well, I’ll deal with it.’"
He has spent the last seven months learning to live with a wheelchair while undergoing intensive physical therapy to learn to walk with crutches.
Baxter and his wife arrived at their home at about 11:00 in the morning on Tuesday, after getting a haircut to get ready for a physical therapy session. They found an armed man inside their house attempting to break into their safe.
Instead of panicking, Baxter told the press, "I got mad." When the robber threatened him, "I told him to get the gun out of my face. I thought it was pretty low of him trying to rob somebody that’s disabled."
When the intruder got close enough, Baxter told reporters, "He kept coming toward me and he got within 5 foot of me and that’s when I hauled off and hit him with one of my crutches." The man responded by shooting Baxter in the chest. His cell phone was in his shirt pocket over his chest, and it deflected the bullet.
Baxter told local television reporters, "…he shot me. Hit me in my cell phone and ricocheted off of that, gave me a big gouge along the side here."
His wife, Deb, told TV station KUSA, "I thought he was dead after I heard the shot. [But] there he is trying to call 911, he says, ‘Get me a towel, I’m bleeding.’ It’s like, Oh, my God." She joked that they were planning to buy Baxter a titanium suit, "so nothing happens to him."
Baxter sees it this way: "It’s not my time. It wasn’t my time when I got hit by that semi in October. I’m destined to do something I haven’t done yet. Hopefully I can take and do something that’s gonna save someone else’s life," he told reporters. "I’m just a tough old bird."
Before two suspects (the intruder had an accomplice) were found and taken into custody, local schools were locked down while police looked for them. Two young men were later arrested in connection with the shooting and the break-in.
Baxter was treated and released by a local hospital.
Despite the fact that he’ll have to program a new cell phone, Baxter is taking it all in stride. Adds his wife, "He’s just a very lucky person. And he’s not done on this earth yet. That’s the way we see it."
History of Cell Phones – Would you like to know?
There has been a rapid growth in demand for cell phones. Today, cell phones have become an important part of communicating with your friends and relatives. Cell Phones have become a must, not just for business men and working people but also for young college going youths. We all no about the importance of this handheld handset but have you ever thought as to from where this cell phone came into existence.
The history of cell phones goes back in the year 1843, a man by the name Michael Faraday studied to see if space could conduct electricity. This man in the process developed the cell phone, in the year 1865. The first person to come up with the idea of transmitting and receiving messages was Doctor Mahlon Loomis. He was the first person to communicate through the wireless atmosphere.
The first cell phone project was for Motorola in 1973 by Martin Copper. He was the one responsible to let the people of New York see it. The first cell phone was made in Chicago in 1977. Initially people were given the cell phone on a free trial to understand and study the product. Slowly and steadily many big companies joined hands and cell phone were found in over 54 places all over the world.
Future of Cell phones
From the year 1843 to now, cell phones have changes a lot. So also the future of cell phones will expect some changes. There will be change of numbers. They will be your social security number. This will change because the states numbers are getting mixed up. This will also change because different people have the same numbers. Future of cell phone is more advanced, by the year 2010 one can find every minute details of what ever phone you own on the internet.
Isabella Rodrigues writes for 4freecellphone.info, offering the latest information on cell phones, visit them today and get the latest information on different types of free cell phones.
The history of cell phones goes back in the year 1843, a man by the name Michael Faraday studied to see if space could conduct electricity. This man in the process developed the cell phone, in the year 1865. The first person to come up with the idea of transmitting and receiving messages was Doctor Mahlon Loomis. He was the first person to communicate through the wireless atmosphere.
The first cell phone project was for Motorola in 1973 by Martin Copper. He was the one responsible to let the people of New York see it. The first cell phone was made in Chicago in 1977. Initially people were given the cell phone on a free trial to understand and study the product. Slowly and steadily many big companies joined hands and cell phone were found in over 54 places all over the world.
Future of Cell phones
From the year 1843 to now, cell phones have changes a lot. So also the future of cell phones will expect some changes. There will be change of numbers. They will be your social security number. This will change because the states numbers are getting mixed up. This will also change because different people have the same numbers. Future of cell phone is more advanced, by the year 2010 one can find every minute details of what ever phone you own on the internet.
Isabella Rodrigues writes for 4freecellphone.info, offering the latest information on cell phones, visit them today and get the latest information on different types of free cell phones.
Purchasing a Cell Phone - Before You buy a New Cell Phone
Cameras, MP3 players, MMS, Games, FM Radios, GPRS and so much more…what am I talking about? Cell Phones, yes these are just some of the features that cell phones come with these days. So how do you know which cell phone to buy? Which is better suited to your needs? There is so much information about cell phones these days that buying cell phones can be quite a task.
If you were to take a minute to think about cell phones about twenty years back, you would realize that not many people had cell phones and for those who did, the phones were bulky and with antennas. The cell phones today have come a long way…you can find cell phones that weigh less than 500 grams and are slimmer than your finger. Says a lot about technology doesn’t it.
So lets get to purchasing or buying a cell phone. You need to decide what is important for you when you are buying a cell phone. Are you looking for a cell phone that offers the best plan or is the cell phone device more important for you???
Lets take a peek at some important things people should look into before buying cell phones.
If you were to take a minute to think about cell phones about twenty years back, you would realize that not many people had cell phones and for those who did, the phones were bulky and with antennas. The cell phones today have come a long way…you can find cell phones that weigh less than 500 grams and are slimmer than your finger. Says a lot about technology doesn’t it.
So lets get to purchasing or buying a cell phone. You need to decide what is important for you when you are buying a cell phone. Are you looking for a cell phone that offers the best plan or is the cell phone device more important for you???
Lets take a peek at some important things people should look into before buying cell phones.
- Plans: As much as you convince yourself that the calling plan doesn’t matter, it does. How long are you going to be happy with just a fancy cell phone device? If the calling plan doesn’t suit your need, the device itself is quite pointless isn’t it? So while buying a cell phone always check with service providers for calling plans and always compare cell phones and their plans. Also do not forget to check for regional and international calling plans. If you need a cell phone with an international calling plan, but the one you like only has regional calling plans, is it worth it?
- Camera Phones: Most people choose camera cell phones because that’s what everyone else has. But unless you are someone who enjoys taking pictures all the time or your job demands, a camera cell phone isn’t worth the extra cash. In fact if you save the money of buying a cell phone with a camera, you can put in that cash into buying a digital camera.
- Battery life: check up regarding the life of the batteries for the cell phone you are pondering about buying. If you are the sort who needs to use the cell phone twenty-four hours of the day, then you need a cell phone that offers extended battery life. You do not want a cell phone that requires more recharging than you do (8 hours of sleep)
- Looks and features: so your phone weighs only 99 grams and is 1cm thick and has a camera, MP3 player along with Radio and Bluetooth. Quite a fancy piece isn’t it? But how much does it cost and how long before all the software problems really start? This is the problem with most ‘fancy’ phones. They cost a bomb and the problems start showing up within a month of using it.
- Warranty and Guarantee: Always check for the warranty and Guarantee period in a cell phone and if you have the option to extend the warranty and guarantee period then it is suggested that you do so.
- Check online for deals: as with all things these days, the Internet has a whole lot to offer. Check the Internet for deals and also check it for cell phone comparison so as to get an idea of what is available in the market.
How to choose your cell phone
Cell phones are one of the most important sources of communication today. There has been an exclusive growth in the number of cell phone users over the years. There are hundreds of mobile phone companies in the market today. Every company has something different to offer and follow different terms and services.
Selecting a cell phone completely depends upon your choice of carrier, personal taste and budget. It’s very important that you consider the services and promotions offered by the company. Size and the battery life are the most important features of a mobile phone. This makes it very much important that you have some knowledge about cell phone battery at the time of buying a cell phone.
Cell Phone Batteries
Cell Phone batteries are basically of three different types mainly
• NiCad: This is an older technology which has more or less disappeared from the market today. This battery has number of technical problems and suffers from memory effects.
• NiMH: NiMH is a newer form of technology. It has longer charge duration as compared to the NiCad battery. It does not have any memory effects.
• Li-lon: This is probably the best battery out of the three. It has a long lasting and light battery that does not suffer from any memory effects. The only disadvantage is that it is more expensive as compared to the other two batteries.
Points to consider at the time of choosing your cell phone
• Price: Price of the cell phone is very important. Analog phones are less expensive than the digital phones.
• Transmission Technology: There are three different technologies that a mobile phone can use namely digital, cellular, analog cellular and PCS.
• Function: Functions are very important. Check out the different functions the mobile phone has to offer.
• Battery: Battery is very important as explained earlier. You need to be very precise about this decision.
Some other factors that one needs to consider are
• Weight
• Internet capability
• Talk time
• Stand by time
Isabella Rodrigues writes for 4freecellphone.info, offering the latest information on cell phones, visit them today and get the latest information on different types of free cell phones.
Selecting a cell phone completely depends upon your choice of carrier, personal taste and budget. It’s very important that you consider the services and promotions offered by the company. Size and the battery life are the most important features of a mobile phone. This makes it very much important that you have some knowledge about cell phone battery at the time of buying a cell phone.
Cell Phone Batteries
Cell Phone batteries are basically of three different types mainly
• NiCad: This is an older technology which has more or less disappeared from the market today. This battery has number of technical problems and suffers from memory effects.
• NiMH: NiMH is a newer form of technology. It has longer charge duration as compared to the NiCad battery. It does not have any memory effects.
• Li-lon: This is probably the best battery out of the three. It has a long lasting and light battery that does not suffer from any memory effects. The only disadvantage is that it is more expensive as compared to the other two batteries.
Points to consider at the time of choosing your cell phone
• Price: Price of the cell phone is very important. Analog phones are less expensive than the digital phones.
• Transmission Technology: There are three different technologies that a mobile phone can use namely digital, cellular, analog cellular and PCS.
• Function: Functions are very important. Check out the different functions the mobile phone has to offer.
• Battery: Battery is very important as explained earlier. You need to be very precise about this decision.
Some other factors that one needs to consider are
• Weight
• Internet capability
• Talk time
• Stand by time
Isabella Rodrigues writes for 4freecellphone.info, offering the latest information on cell phones, visit them today and get the latest information on different types of free cell phones.
Do You Want A Satellite-Phone?
Many people find that the best way for you to communicate is through the use of a satellite-phone. This is especially true in remote locations where there is very little mobile phone coverage. The good news is that you can find many options to help keep you safe even when you are in some of the most far away locations out there. A satellite-phone is a great way to stay connected no matter where you may be.
The satellite-phone looks quite a bit like an old style mobile phone that is form the late 1980’s. They are larger phones and they normally have a large antenna on them. They need this antenna and design because of how they work. These phones work by communicating with satellites that orbit the Earth. Yes, far into space they can make connections to Earth. The great thing about the satellite-phone is that it is often able to be used throughout the world. And, that is something that most mobile phones can not yet do.
The satellite-phone was mainly used for people who would get into these remote locations. But, now, they are becoming more and more popular. As technology advances, you can find more and more of them available to you. You will even find them offered in that slimmed down version of a mobile phone soon.
While not all of them offer world wide coverage, many of them now do. This is a great service as it allows people to stay connected throughout the word. If you feel that you will benefit from the use of a satellite-phone, take a minute to find the locations on the web that offer them. The best technology is that which is located on the web. You will find great opportunities in pricing plans as well. The satellite-phone offers many benefits including great service!
The satellite-phone looks quite a bit like an old style mobile phone that is form the late 1980’s. They are larger phones and they normally have a large antenna on them. They need this antenna and design because of how they work. These phones work by communicating with satellites that orbit the Earth. Yes, far into space they can make connections to Earth. The great thing about the satellite-phone is that it is often able to be used throughout the world. And, that is something that most mobile phones can not yet do.
The satellite-phone was mainly used for people who would get into these remote locations. But, now, they are becoming more and more popular. As technology advances, you can find more and more of them available to you. You will even find them offered in that slimmed down version of a mobile phone soon.
While not all of them offer world wide coverage, many of them now do. This is a great service as it allows people to stay connected throughout the word. If you feel that you will benefit from the use of a satellite-phone, take a minute to find the locations on the web that offer them. The best technology is that which is located on the web. You will find great opportunities in pricing plans as well. The satellite-phone offers many benefits including great service!
Cell Phone Applications
Mobile entertainment
Cell phone applications are not all management oriented – some are created for the amusement of the users. Mobile games are present on all cell phone models, ranging from the cheapest ones and going all the way to the high tech gadgets that few can afford. Entertainment oriented cell phone applications are a big success mostly because they offer enjoyment in remote places, such as bus stops or during long trips, but also because of their user friendliness. Games and other fun cell phone applications can be downloaded from the Internet and transferred on the mobile phone or they can even be transferred between two phones that have similar connection methods (such as infrared or Bluetooth).
Cell Phone SAT preparation
The SAT is one of the toughest exams we had or have to go through and getting ready for it requires a considerable amount of time and dedication. Saving some precious time might mean preparing for the test in places that you wouldn’t normally be able to – all this is accomplished by using the help of cell phone SAT preparation tests. Never waste another half an hour waiting for a bus, train or plane – simply take out your mobile phone and go through some SAT questions. Different tests, such as the ones offered by Go Test Go keep you in a constant state of readiness that will develop into excellent results during your SAT exam. Applications developed for cell phone SAT tests are easy to use and very accessible to anyone interested in maximizing their chances during the exam.
Cell phone applications for learning
Mobile learning is a relatively new side of cell phone application development. This innovative way of assimilating useful information is becoming very popular with users of all ages. Learning for an exam such as the SAT, for example, is now possible anywhere, at anytime. Simply access your cell phone menu and select the test preparation cell phone application and go through the test. It is very similar to taking a computer test, with the advantage that you can do this absolutely anywhere. This means that instead of "wasting" time waiting for a train to arrive in station you can "invest" that time into a better exam preparation, thanks to these useful cell phone applications. Go Test Go offers a wide range of mobile learning applications, whether you are preparing for an SAT exam, a driver’s license exam or getting ready to explore the business cultures of a different country.
For updated information please visit: http://www.gotestgo.com
Cell phone applications are not all management oriented – some are created for the amusement of the users. Mobile games are present on all cell phone models, ranging from the cheapest ones and going all the way to the high tech gadgets that few can afford. Entertainment oriented cell phone applications are a big success mostly because they offer enjoyment in remote places, such as bus stops or during long trips, but also because of their user friendliness. Games and other fun cell phone applications can be downloaded from the Internet and transferred on the mobile phone or they can even be transferred between two phones that have similar connection methods (such as infrared or Bluetooth).
Cell Phone SAT preparation
The SAT is one of the toughest exams we had or have to go through and getting ready for it requires a considerable amount of time and dedication. Saving some precious time might mean preparing for the test in places that you wouldn’t normally be able to – all this is accomplished by using the help of cell phone SAT preparation tests. Never waste another half an hour waiting for a bus, train or plane – simply take out your mobile phone and go through some SAT questions. Different tests, such as the ones offered by Go Test Go keep you in a constant state of readiness that will develop into excellent results during your SAT exam. Applications developed for cell phone SAT tests are easy to use and very accessible to anyone interested in maximizing their chances during the exam.
Cell phone applications for learning
Mobile learning is a relatively new side of cell phone application development. This innovative way of assimilating useful information is becoming very popular with users of all ages. Learning for an exam such as the SAT, for example, is now possible anywhere, at anytime. Simply access your cell phone menu and select the test preparation cell phone application and go through the test. It is very similar to taking a computer test, with the advantage that you can do this absolutely anywhere. This means that instead of "wasting" time waiting for a train to arrive in station you can "invest" that time into a better exam preparation, thanks to these useful cell phone applications. Go Test Go offers a wide range of mobile learning applications, whether you are preparing for an SAT exam, a driver’s license exam or getting ready to explore the business cultures of a different country.
For updated information please visit: http://www.gotestgo.com
Dual, Tri, or Quad Band GSM Cell Phone for International Traveling
Everyone is asking what kind of GSM phone to get: Dual, Tri, or Quad band? Since there are two frequency bands that are used by GSM services in the United States, and also two different frequency bands are used in the rest of the world, ideally, one would want a quad- band phone – one that works on all four bands. This should be your first choice when seeking a phone. However, since some of the best phones can still be expensive and hard to find, many gravitate toward the second best choice, the tri band phone. When doing this, be mindful which three bands your phone has, as some bands are more useful than others.
The United States originally only used 1900 MHz for its GSM service, but more recently, there has been a growing amount of GSM service on the 850 MHz band. When choosing a phone, it’s important to know how you will be using it. For example, if you are in the United States and operate with in the major metropolitan areas, you won’t really miss the 850 MHz bank. On the other hand, if you regularly travel to secondary areas, you will benefit from the extra coverage that the 850 MHz band provides. Basically, if you travel outside of the big cities, you’ll want a phone that supports 850 MHZ and 1900 MHz.
Internationally, things are a little different. In the beginning, all countries with GSM service used the 900 MHz band, but due to congestion, service providers have been adding 1800 MHz coverage. When GSM became available in the United States, a few other countries chose to used the same frequencies the U.S. used – 1900 MHz, and in some cases, 850 MHz. Most international countries that use the non U.S. international frequency banks have 900 MHZ service. Many also have 1800 MHz service. All international countries that have the U.S. frequency bands have 1900 MHz service. A few may also have 850 MHz service. So, which frequencies do you need when traveling internationally? That depends on where you’re going. Generally, 900 MHz is the most common band used internationally. 1800 MHz will give you expanded coverage in countries that also use 900MHz.
Ideally, your phone should support all four bands. In the real world, not everyone is going to have a quad band phone, so here are some guidelines:
If you’re only using your phone in the United States, and you get a dual band phone, make sure it has both 850 MHz and 1900 MHz. If you must get a single band phone, one with 1900 MHz only will give about the same amount of coverage.
If you’re going international, and your countries have international frequencies, get a dual band phone with 900 and 1800 MHz. If you must go single band, one with 900MHz will be almost as good. If your countries have U.S, frequencies, get a tri band phone with 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz. This type of phone is excellent internationally, and very good in the United States. Another type of tri band is 850-1800-1900. This one is great for the United States, but not very good internationally.
For more detailed information, or to view coverage maps, visit the official GSM association website.
P. Birmingham: Mechanical Engineer, MBA, Six-Sigma Green Belt, Web Master (Insurance for Everything, mZeus.com and Cell Phone Digest)
The United States originally only used 1900 MHz for its GSM service, but more recently, there has been a growing amount of GSM service on the 850 MHz band. When choosing a phone, it’s important to know how you will be using it. For example, if you are in the United States and operate with in the major metropolitan areas, you won’t really miss the 850 MHz bank. On the other hand, if you regularly travel to secondary areas, you will benefit from the extra coverage that the 850 MHz band provides. Basically, if you travel outside of the big cities, you’ll want a phone that supports 850 MHZ and 1900 MHz.
Internationally, things are a little different. In the beginning, all countries with GSM service used the 900 MHz band, but due to congestion, service providers have been adding 1800 MHz coverage. When GSM became available in the United States, a few other countries chose to used the same frequencies the U.S. used – 1900 MHz, and in some cases, 850 MHz. Most international countries that use the non U.S. international frequency banks have 900 MHZ service. Many also have 1800 MHz service. All international countries that have the U.S. frequency bands have 1900 MHz service. A few may also have 850 MHz service. So, which frequencies do you need when traveling internationally? That depends on where you’re going. Generally, 900 MHz is the most common band used internationally. 1800 MHz will give you expanded coverage in countries that also use 900MHz.
Ideally, your phone should support all four bands. In the real world, not everyone is going to have a quad band phone, so here are some guidelines:
If you’re only using your phone in the United States, and you get a dual band phone, make sure it has both 850 MHz and 1900 MHz. If you must get a single band phone, one with 1900 MHz only will give about the same amount of coverage.
If you’re going international, and your countries have international frequencies, get a dual band phone with 900 and 1800 MHz. If you must go single band, one with 900MHz will be almost as good. If your countries have U.S, frequencies, get a tri band phone with 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz. This type of phone is excellent internationally, and very good in the United States. Another type of tri band is 850-1800-1900. This one is great for the United States, but not very good internationally.
For more detailed information, or to view coverage maps, visit the official GSM association website.
P. Birmingham: Mechanical Engineer, MBA, Six-Sigma Green Belt, Web Master (Insurance for Everything, mZeus.com and Cell Phone Digest)
How To Find Cell Phone Numbers
There are many options when you want to find cell phone numbers on the Internet. Although none of them are guaranteed, with a little bit of work, and a lot of luck, you might find the cell number that you're looking for.
These Internet-based services for finding cell phone numbers are broken into three major categories.
The first category is Reverse Cell Phone Number Lookup. This service attempts to give you the name of the cell phone subscriber when you provide the cell phone number.
The second category is the Cell Phone Directory service which works a lot like the white page telephone number lookup services. These sites will look for a cell phone number when you provide them with a name.
Although many of these services look like they are free, you often have to pay a fee once the site determines that they might have a match. "Might" is the key word here because, due to the fact that many people have the same name, the service might find a cell phone number but it could be for a different person that you were looking for.
The third category use investigators to attempt to find the cell phone number. These investigators will usually call the person's regular phone number, or the phone numbers of the person's friends, neighbors, or employees, and make up a pretense for trying to find the cell phone number. While this method does have some successes, make sure that you know what the fee is if they fail to find the cell phone number. You might end up paying the same price either way.
Some companies will tell you that they have access to a special "cell phone number" database that they use to find cell phone numbers but, as far as anyone in the cell phone industry knows, there is no such database that's available to the public.
Prices for paid services that find cell phone numbers range from $25 to $100 and up. $75 seems to be the average. Some of the "Instant Investigator Software" web sites look like they are a bargain because they offer do-it-yourself software for around $30, but there's a catch. This software acts like a search portal into paid information sites. So, although you pay $29 for the software, all it lets you do is access web sites that charge even more money to find a cell phone number. So you're not getting much for your money in this case.
Start your search to find cell phone numbers on Google. Use the search term" "find cell phone numbers" and you'll be off to a good start.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Max Penn is one of four people behind Spy Equipment Buying Guide. To learn more, visit his website spy gear
These Internet-based services for finding cell phone numbers are broken into three major categories.
The first category is Reverse Cell Phone Number Lookup. This service attempts to give you the name of the cell phone subscriber when you provide the cell phone number.
The second category is the Cell Phone Directory service which works a lot like the white page telephone number lookup services. These sites will look for a cell phone number when you provide them with a name.
Although many of these services look like they are free, you often have to pay a fee once the site determines that they might have a match. "Might" is the key word here because, due to the fact that many people have the same name, the service might find a cell phone number but it could be for a different person that you were looking for.
The third category use investigators to attempt to find the cell phone number. These investigators will usually call the person's regular phone number, or the phone numbers of the person's friends, neighbors, or employees, and make up a pretense for trying to find the cell phone number. While this method does have some successes, make sure that you know what the fee is if they fail to find the cell phone number. You might end up paying the same price either way.
Some companies will tell you that they have access to a special "cell phone number" database that they use to find cell phone numbers but, as far as anyone in the cell phone industry knows, there is no such database that's available to the public.
Prices for paid services that find cell phone numbers range from $25 to $100 and up. $75 seems to be the average. Some of the "Instant Investigator Software" web sites look like they are a bargain because they offer do-it-yourself software for around $30, but there's a catch. This software acts like a search portal into paid information sites. So, although you pay $29 for the software, all it lets you do is access web sites that charge even more money to find a cell phone number. So you're not getting much for your money in this case.
Start your search to find cell phone numbers on Google. Use the search term" "find cell phone numbers" and you'll be off to a good start.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Max Penn is one of four people behind Spy Equipment Buying Guide. To learn more, visit his website spy gear
The Cell Phone Batteries
By Roy D'Silva
The cell phone may well be the most important invention in recent times. This little communications device has played a major part in making communications simpler and making people believe that if wireless communication over a certain distance is possible, so is data transfer across continents.
While the cell phone was a mere device to take and receive calls a few years ago, today the cell phone is on the verge of becoming a complete portable entertainment device, with just one of its features being making calls.
However, the cell phone is not a standalone device. It has many complicated and important parts within itself, without which, the basic need of a cell phone is defeated. One such important component of the cell phone is the cell phone battery. Earlier, cell phones used to contain NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries. These batteries had low power and were also heavy.
It is suspect whether these batteries could sustain power enough for a cell phone to double up as a digital player, let alone be digital camera and MP3 player. Surprisingly, the most battery using feature of a cell phone is connecting to the Internet. Back in the days of WAP, the NiCad batteries would lose their power after about half an hour of internet browsing using the cellphone.
Success Stories and Failure
The cellular battery is an integral part of the cellphone. Though it may seem completely dispensable, there have been times when people have kicked themselves for not having a spare battery. In fact, may cellular models of many handset companies could never take off because their batteries didn't have the capacity to power all their features.
The battery life and the range are two reasons why the number one cellular handset company in the world is the number one cellular handset company in the world today.
Innovating Success
Batteries today are made of NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride), which plays an important role in making the cell phone light and breezy to use. The NiMH batteries also are less prone to have the 'memory effect' as compared to NiCad batteries. The NiMH batteries are also known to give a better performance as compared to their counterparts, NiCad batteries.
The recent entrants in the market are Lithium-ion batteries and Lithium Polymer batteries.Batteries made of either material weigh less than both NiCad and NiMH batteries and give a superior performance. In fact, the Lithium-ion and Lithium Polymer batteries can power the latest cellular phones in the market today for a full week.
Precautions
One should be careful while using batteries. Batteries normally have a 500 recycles lifetime. After this, the batteries may decrease in standby as well as talk time power. Simply put, any battery will work well for not more than two years. One should also be careful enough not to overcharge the batteries.
Overcharging the batteries may result in the battery to overhead and finally damage the mobile phone battery. A cellular battery typically attains full charge in three to four hours.
Also, avoid exposing your cellphone to extreme heat or cold. Also, do not let the cellular battery be dormant for a long time. Another good idea is to keep the battery terminals in the cellphone clean. If the battery is to be kept dormant for an extended period, it is suggested to take the battery out of the handset and store in a cool, dry place until use.
Deciding Factor
The battery life of a cell phone has always been a deciding factor in the buying decisions. One should decide as to which cellphone is to be bought, and which features would be used at present or in future. It is extremely necessary that a feature-rich cellphone should have a strong and robust cellular battery. One other option is to always keep a spare battery, for those days of long chats.
The cell phone may well be the most important invention in recent times. This little communications device has played a major part in making communications simpler and making people believe that if wireless communication over a certain distance is possible, so is data transfer across continents.
While the cell phone was a mere device to take and receive calls a few years ago, today the cell phone is on the verge of becoming a complete portable entertainment device, with just one of its features being making calls.
However, the cell phone is not a standalone device. It has many complicated and important parts within itself, without which, the basic need of a cell phone is defeated. One such important component of the cell phone is the cell phone battery. Earlier, cell phones used to contain NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries. These batteries had low power and were also heavy.
It is suspect whether these batteries could sustain power enough for a cell phone to double up as a digital player, let alone be digital camera and MP3 player. Surprisingly, the most battery using feature of a cell phone is connecting to the Internet. Back in the days of WAP, the NiCad batteries would lose their power after about half an hour of internet browsing using the cellphone.
Success Stories and Failure
The cellular battery is an integral part of the cellphone. Though it may seem completely dispensable, there have been times when people have kicked themselves for not having a spare battery. In fact, may cellular models of many handset companies could never take off because their batteries didn't have the capacity to power all their features.
The battery life and the range are two reasons why the number one cellular handset company in the world is the number one cellular handset company in the world today.
Innovating Success
Batteries today are made of NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride), which plays an important role in making the cell phone light and breezy to use. The NiMH batteries also are less prone to have the 'memory effect' as compared to NiCad batteries. The NiMH batteries are also known to give a better performance as compared to their counterparts, NiCad batteries.
The recent entrants in the market are Lithium-ion batteries and Lithium Polymer batteries.Batteries made of either material weigh less than both NiCad and NiMH batteries and give a superior performance. In fact, the Lithium-ion and Lithium Polymer batteries can power the latest cellular phones in the market today for a full week.
Precautions
One should be careful while using batteries. Batteries normally have a 500 recycles lifetime. After this, the batteries may decrease in standby as well as talk time power. Simply put, any battery will work well for not more than two years. One should also be careful enough not to overcharge the batteries.
Overcharging the batteries may result in the battery to overhead and finally damage the mobile phone battery. A cellular battery typically attains full charge in three to four hours.
Also, avoid exposing your cellphone to extreme heat or cold. Also, do not let the cellular battery be dormant for a long time. Another good idea is to keep the battery terminals in the cellphone clean. If the battery is to be kept dormant for an extended period, it is suggested to take the battery out of the handset and store in a cool, dry place until use.
Deciding Factor
The battery life of a cell phone has always been a deciding factor in the buying decisions. One should decide as to which cellphone is to be bought, and which features would be used at present or in future. It is extremely necessary that a feature-rich cellphone should have a strong and robust cellular battery. One other option is to always keep a spare battery, for those days of long chats.
M-Commerce SelfBank Mobile Financial Blog by Todd Schuyler
By Free SelfBank Mobile Banking Home Business Opportunity
About the Author:
How can I access M-Commerce by SelfBank Mobile Financial Blogger Todd Schuyler. I hope you enjoy this blog article review. M-commerce (mobile commerce) is the buying and selling of goods and services through wireless handheld devices such as cellular telephone and personal digital assistants (PDAs). Known as next-generation e-commerce, m-commerce enables users to access the Internet without needing to find a place to plug in. The emerging technology behind m-commerce, which is based on the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), has made far greater strides in Europe, where mobile devices equipped with Web-ready micro-browsers are much more common than in the United States. But now, with Free SelfBank Mobile Banking and Payments, M-commerce is going to a whole new level, not requiring special software or hardware and can work on any phone or carrier and POS system.
In order to fully exploit the m-commerce market potential, handset manufacturers such as Nokia, Ericsson, Motorola, and Qualcomm are working with carriers such as AT&T Wireless and Sprint to develop WAP-enabled smart phones, the industry's answer to the Swiss Army Knife, and ways to reach them. Using Bluetooth technology, smart phones offer fax, e-mail, and phone capabilities all in one, paving the way for m-commerce to be accepted by an increasingly mobile workforce.
As content delivery over wireless devices becomes faster, more secure, and scalable, there is wide speculation that m-commerce will surpass wireline e-commerce as the method of choice for digital commerce transactions. Were talking about alot of people!
Financial services, which includes mobile cell phone banking (when customers use their handheld devices to access their accounts and pay their bills) as well as brokerage services, in which stock quotes can be displayed and trading conducted from the same handheld device.
Telecommunications, in which service changes, bill payment and account reviews can all be conducted from the same handheld device Service/retail, as consumers are given the ability to place and pay for orders on the spot.
Information services, which include the delivery of financial news, sports figures and traffic updates to a single mobile phone device IBM and other companies are experimenting with speech recognition software as a way to ensure greater security for m-commerce transactions. For more information about M-Commerce visit Free SelfBank Mobile Information Website.
In order to fully exploit the m-commerce market potential, handset manufacturers such as Nokia, Ericsson, Motorola, and Qualcomm are working with carriers such as AT&T Wireless and Sprint to develop WAP-enabled smart phones, the industry's answer to the Swiss Army Knife, and ways to reach them. Using Bluetooth technology, smart phones offer fax, e-mail, and phone capabilities all in one, paving the way for m-commerce to be accepted by an increasingly mobile workforce.
As content delivery over wireless devices becomes faster, more secure, and scalable, there is wide speculation that m-commerce will surpass wireline e-commerce as the method of choice for digital commerce transactions. Were talking about alot of people!
Financial services, which includes mobile cell phone banking (when customers use their handheld devices to access their accounts and pay their bills) as well as brokerage services, in which stock quotes can be displayed and trading conducted from the same handheld device.
Telecommunications, in which service changes, bill payment and account reviews can all be conducted from the same handheld device Service/retail, as consumers are given the ability to place and pay for orders on the spot.
Information services, which include the delivery of financial news, sports figures and traffic updates to a single mobile phone device IBM and other companies are experimenting with speech recognition software as a way to ensure greater security for m-commerce transactions. For more information about M-Commerce visit Free SelfBank Mobile Information Website.
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Mobile Phone Number LookUp
By Pauline Stradlen
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A cellphone number lookup service provides an easy way to find information on a cellphone number that called your work, home, or mobile phone. You might like to check on your partner in case they are cheating, or you may have missed an important business call. Cellphone number lookups can get you the information you need, without leaving your computer.
Mobile Phone Number Lookups - Your Options
To do a cell phone number lookup, you'll need to go to a site which provides such a service. Of course, you are probably already familiar with the countless sites on the Internet that offer free reverse lookup services.
These free sites will do a good job of getting information for a landline number that is not unlisted. However, there are an increasing number of phone numbers which aren't from landlines. These free services will not be able to help you if you're looking for information on a mobile number, or an unlisted one.
In those cases, you'll need to turn to a paid service. That's not such a bad thing, usually because you'll end up with more accurate, up-to-date information and, you'll learn more about the individual who owns the number than you probably imagined possible, like family members, relatives, and background information.
For any paid service you should only need to register once and this process is relatively simple. With most of these paid services your membership will entitle you to an unlimited number of phone number searches, so from then on you only need to log in to get the information you need.
After you've registered, you'll be able to do your cell phone number lookup. Simply enter the area code and seven digits of the phone number in question. After you hit "Search," the system will make a match using the number and its extensive database of records. While most reverse lookup services contain hardly any records, some have wide coverage across the U.S., so you'll get your results within seconds.
If the information is available, you will find out the name of the owner of the number, their address, as well as a large amount of other background details that you would not find with a free service.
If you want information on a certain cell phone number, then you're better off going straight to the site below. You will quickly find out what you need to know, and the service is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Mobile Phone Number Lookups - Your Options
To do a cell phone number lookup, you'll need to go to a site which provides such a service. Of course, you are probably already familiar with the countless sites on the Internet that offer free reverse lookup services.
These free sites will do a good job of getting information for a landline number that is not unlisted. However, there are an increasing number of phone numbers which aren't from landlines. These free services will not be able to help you if you're looking for information on a mobile number, or an unlisted one.
In those cases, you'll need to turn to a paid service. That's not such a bad thing, usually because you'll end up with more accurate, up-to-date information and, you'll learn more about the individual who owns the number than you probably imagined possible, like family members, relatives, and background information.
For any paid service you should only need to register once and this process is relatively simple. With most of these paid services your membership will entitle you to an unlimited number of phone number searches, so from then on you only need to log in to get the information you need.
After you've registered, you'll be able to do your cell phone number lookup. Simply enter the area code and seven digits of the phone number in question. After you hit "Search," the system will make a match using the number and its extensive database of records. While most reverse lookup services contain hardly any records, some have wide coverage across the U.S., so you'll get your results within seconds.
If the information is available, you will find out the name of the owner of the number, their address, as well as a large amount of other background details that you would not find with a free service.
If you want information on a certain cell phone number, then you're better off going straight to the site below. You will quickly find out what you need to know, and the service is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
About the Author:
Pauline Stradlen works as a Private Investigator and runs a service for people who think they might be in a cheating relationship. To track your partners phone calls visit http://www.answersabc.com
Look up Cellphone Number Information
By Pauline Stradlen
About the Author:
A cellphone number lookup service provides an easy way to find information on a cellphone number that called your work, home, or mobile phone. You might like to check on your partner in case they are cheating, or you may have missed an important business call. Cellphone number lookups can get you the information you need, without leaving your computer.
Lookup Cellphone Number Information, here are your options
To do a cell phone number lookup, you'll need to go to a site which provides such a service. Of course, you are probably already familiar with the countless sites on the Internet that offer free reverse lookup services.
Most of these do a great job of providing information if you're looking for a landline number that isn't unlisted. The bad news is that a growing number of the phone numbers we're seeing aren't from landlines. Free services won't be able to help you if you're researching a cell phone or unlisted number.
In those cases, you'll need to turn to a paid service. That's not such a bad thing, usually because you'll end up with more accurate, up-to-date information and, you'll learn more about the individual who owns the number than you probably imagined possible, like family members, relatives, and background information.
The registration process is simple and you only need to do it once. With most services, your membership entitles you to an unlimited number of searches, so in the future you only need to log in to find what you need.
As soon as you have registered, you will be able to carry out a cellphone number look up. All you need to do is enter the area code and all the digits of the phone number your looking for information on. Then hit search and the system will match the number you put in to its extensive database. While there are a lot of services out there that contain limited records, some have extensive coverage across the US, and you should get your results instantaneously.
If the information is available, you will find out the name of the owner of the number, their address, as well as a large amount of other background details that you would not find with a free service.
If you need information on a certain mobile phone number, then take my advice and go straight to the site below. The you will find all the information you need straight away, and they also offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Lookup Cellphone Number Information, here are your options
To do a cell phone number lookup, you'll need to go to a site which provides such a service. Of course, you are probably already familiar with the countless sites on the Internet that offer free reverse lookup services.
Most of these do a great job of providing information if you're looking for a landline number that isn't unlisted. The bad news is that a growing number of the phone numbers we're seeing aren't from landlines. Free services won't be able to help you if you're researching a cell phone or unlisted number.
In those cases, you'll need to turn to a paid service. That's not such a bad thing, usually because you'll end up with more accurate, up-to-date information and, you'll learn more about the individual who owns the number than you probably imagined possible, like family members, relatives, and background information.
The registration process is simple and you only need to do it once. With most services, your membership entitles you to an unlimited number of searches, so in the future you only need to log in to find what you need.
As soon as you have registered, you will be able to carry out a cellphone number look up. All you need to do is enter the area code and all the digits of the phone number your looking for information on. Then hit search and the system will match the number you put in to its extensive database. While there are a lot of services out there that contain limited records, some have extensive coverage across the US, and you should get your results instantaneously.
If the information is available, you will find out the name of the owner of the number, their address, as well as a large amount of other background details that you would not find with a free service.
If you need information on a certain mobile phone number, then take my advice and go straight to the site below. The you will find all the information you need straight away, and they also offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
About the Author:
Pauline Stradlen works as a Private Investigator and runs a website for people who think they might be in a cheating relationship. To track your partners phone calls visit http://www.answersabc.com
Find Out How To Trace A Cell Phone Number
By Paul Turner Marketing.com
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The need to trace a cell phone number usually comes from some degree of pain caused by receiving anonymous phone calls or text messages from people you don't know or don't want contacting you. This is a growing problem all over the world in these challenging times.
You can trace or find landline numbers easily because these phone numbers are already in the public domain - ever heard of the phone book? But cell phone numbers don't have the same books. Phone networks such as Verizon and sprint don't make it easy for us. There are now some good, websites that make it easy to find cell phone numbers by compiling their on cell phone directories.
A cell phone number directory is the answer. These will allow you to do what is known as a reverse cell phone number look up. This sounds rather grand but basically you enter a cell phone number and the directory uses this as its search field and follows the line of information back to the owner of the phone.
First of all try and find the number for free by simply typing it into Google. Perhaps the owner of the number has entered it somewhere where you may find it. It is a long shot but worth a try.
How a reverse cell phone number works is simple. Some sites let you enter the cell phone, or landline number into the directory before you part with money, so you know if there is information before you before you hve to part with the modest fee. Some sites expect you to pay before you know if they have any information and you should avoid these. You will then be given the information concerning that number, which will include a name and sometimes an address.
People are using cell phones to make more prank calls,sales calls and threatening intimidating calls and text messages because cell phone numbers aren't that easy to trace back. They think they are protected but this now not the case with the growing number of reverse cell phone directory websites.
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You can trace or find landline numbers easily because these phone numbers are already in the public domain - ever heard of the phone book? But cell phone numbers don't have the same books. Phone networks such as Verizon and sprint don't make it easy for us. There are now some good, websites that make it easy to find cell phone numbers by compiling their on cell phone directories.
A cell phone number directory is the answer. These will allow you to do what is known as a reverse cell phone number look up. This sounds rather grand but basically you enter a cell phone number and the directory uses this as its search field and follows the line of information back to the owner of the phone.
First of all try and find the number for free by simply typing it into Google. Perhaps the owner of the number has entered it somewhere where you may find it. It is a long shot but worth a try.
How a reverse cell phone number works is simple. Some sites let you enter the cell phone, or landline number into the directory before you part with money, so you know if there is information before you before you hve to part with the modest fee. Some sites expect you to pay before you know if they have any information and you should avoid these. You will then be given the information concerning that number, which will include a name and sometimes an address.
People are using cell phones to make more prank calls,sales calls and threatening intimidating calls and text messages because cell phone numbers aren't that easy to trace back. They think they are protected but this now not the case with the growing number of reverse cell phone directory websites.
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Avoid being ripped off or pay more than you should when you trace a cell phone number. Visit reverse cell phone number lookup info to get the latest and best cell phone number lookup sites
Thursday, June 26, 2008
LG Decoy (Verizon Wireless)
Reviewed by: Nicole Lee
As hands-free calling laws go into effect around the country, Bluetooth headsets are slowly becoming a must-have accessory for those who wish to continue chatting on the phone while on the road. Even now, Bluetooth headsets have reached a critical mass, with many people opting to wear headsets even when walking around the office. But if you're not the kind to wear your headset all the time, you might encounter a few problems. Headsets can be a hassle to find in a hurry, especially if you have to fish around in your bag to get at such a tiny device (which isn't such a good idea when driving). They're also easy to misplace, and most people don't remember to charge them until it's too late.
Well, LG has come up with an incredibly ingenious solution by building a Bluetooth headset directly into the phone. That's right; the LG Decoy is the first ever cell phone to have a built-in stowaway Bluetooth headset. It's conveniently docked in the back, and you can pop out the headset when you need it, and just snap it back in when you don't. As gimmicky as it may seem, we absolutely love this idea of having two devices in one. We did find the headset quality to be rather lacking, and the Decoy's surface is a little too reflective for my liking. In the end, however, if you want to get a cell phone and Bluetooth headset in one convenient package, the Decoy is definitely the device to get. It's currently available for $179.99 with a two-year service agreement and a $50 discount.
Design
At first glance, the Decoy looks like one of the glossiest phones we've ever seen. Indeed, its entire front surface positively gleams with a reflective mirror finish, right down to the navigation keys and the steel-tinged joystick toggle. Measuring 4.01 inches high by 1.97 inches wide by 0.67 inch thick, the Decoy is not a very compact phone, but it has a nice enough size to accommodate its large 2.2-inch display. It does weigh about 4.05 ounces, which makes it feel very solid in the hand. Though we can appreciate the glittery appeal of such a shiny surface, we found that it is very fingerprint prone, and that it's difficult to see the display especially on a bright and sunny day.
The LG Decoy has a very shiny reflective surface.
As we mentioned, the Decoy has a generous 2.2-inch 262,000 color display front and center on the phone. It's bright, vivid, and shows off the colorful menu interface very well. You can adjust the font size as well as the backlight time, but not the brightness or contrast. Thankfully, you're not subject to Verizon's clunky old menu interface--the Decoy offers tab, list, and grid menu interface options so you can arrange it how you like.
Underneath the display is the navigation array, which consists of two soft keys, a center joystick, a dedicated speakerphone key, and a Clear key. On standby mode, the center joystick also leads to three user-defined shortcuts (to the bottom, left, and top). If you toggle it to the right, it will lead you to a My Shortcuts folder, which can also be customized to your liking. Though we found the keys to be quite slippery, they had enough definition that they were still easy to find and press. We also found the joystick toggle to be very responsive. We could be quite gentle in pushing it around, as it is sensitive to even the slightest of gestures.
You slide open the phone by pushing the bottom lip of the front surface up. That will reveal the full alphanumeric keypad, as well as the Send, voice command, and End/Power keys at the very top. These topmost keys were the hardest to get to, since they're positioned right up against the bottom of the slider. Otherwise, we found the keypad to be very pleasant to use. Unlike most slider keypads which are flat, the Decoy has keys with curved textured bumps that we could easily find by feel. The volume rocker and charger jack is on the left spine, while the microSD card slot and dedicated camera key are on the right.
The LG Decoy has a built-in Bluetooth headset on its back, as well as a camera lens and a self-portrait mirror.
But the most important aspect of the Decoy lies on its back. When you turn the Decoy around, you will see a rectangular bump jutting out from the top part of the phone. This is actually a built-in Bluetooth headset, stowed away in a custom built dock. Press down on a tiny latch at the top, and the headset will pop out. The headset itself is incredibly slim and flat, measuring 1.6 inches long by 0.8 inch wide by 0.2 inch deep, and weighs less than an ounce. It has a multifunction button on the front, which also houses an LED indicator light, and the volume rocker sits on the right spine. On the back is a simple springy ear piece that actually fits quite comfortably in the ear, resting just outside the ear canal.
Pairing the Decoy with the headset couldn't be easier. When the headset is first removed, you will be automatically prompted to pair the headset by pressing down on the multifunction button for a few seconds. After that, you're connected and ready to go. From then on, whenever you remove the headset from the dock, you will automatically be in headset mode. And whenever you snap it back in the dock, headset mode will be turned off as well. If you like, the Decoy also comes with a plastic "cavity cover" to cover up the dock when you're using the headset. Even though you can charge both the headset and the phone simultaneously, there's also a separate headset charging dock if you want it.
We have to say we loved this idea. The built-in Bluetooth headset is certainly not the best Bluetooth headset we've seen--the volume rocker is really skinny, it feels a little chintzy and lightweight, and you don't get fancy noise-canceling technology. But the convenience factor simply can't be beaten. You no longer have to worry about losing your headset, and you don't have to worry about it having a low battery, since it simply charges with the phone.
Next to the Bluetooth headset dock is a camera lens as well as a self-portrait mirror.
Features
Aside from the built-in Bluetooth headset, the Decoy has plenty of features going for it as well. It has a generous 1,000-entry contacts list, with room in each entry for five numbers, two e-mail addresses, and notes. You can also save callers to groups, pair them with a photo for caller ID, or one of 23 polyphonic ringtones and alert sounds. Other essentials include a vibrate mode, a speakerphone (which can be activated prior to a call), text and multimedia messaging, a calculator, a tip calculator, a calendar, an alarm clock, a stopwatch, a world clock, and a notepad. More advanced users will appreciate voice commands, instant messaging (AIM, Windows, and Yahoo are supported), Web e-mail (only MSN, AOL, Yahoo, and Verizon), a mobile Web browser, and the capability to use the Decoy as a USB mass storage device. Another great add-on is VZ Navigator support, which provides turn-by-turn directions.
We also really like that the Decoy has plenty of Bluetooth profiles opened up. Not only does it have stereo Bluetooth support, but you can also use the Decoy as a Bluetooth modem. Other supported Bluetooth profiles include phone book access, object push for vCard and vCalendars, file transfer, the capability to send contacts and calendar events, and support for printing and sending pictures.
The Decoy also has EV-DO support, thus allowing it access to Verizon's full array of V Cast broadband services like V Cast streaming video and the V Cast Music store. The user interface and player controls are similar to that of other V Cast phones; the music player for instance displays album art and songs can be sorted by genre, artist, and album. Also, if you wish to buy a track from the online music store, each song costs about $1.99, and can be downloaded over the air to the phone as well as to your home PC. If you wish to upload your own songs, make sure they're in WMA, MP3, or unprotected AAC and AAC+ formats. Do note that the Decoy only has about 50 MB of internal storage, so you should consider investing in a microSD card for additional media storage. The Decoy supports up to 8GB microSD cards.
The LG Decoy took mediocre photos.
Also in the Decoy is a 2-megapixel camera and camcorder. You can take photos in four resolutions (1,600x1,200, 1,280x960, 640x480, and 320x240), five white balance settings, and five color effects. Other camera settings include a night mode, a self-timer, three shutter sounds plus a silent option, photometry, and brightness. After taking a picture, you can edit it a little with the built-in image editor that lets you zoom, rotate, and crop the image. Photo quality was pretty mediocre. You need to hold the phone perfectly still to avoid blurry shots, and colors looked rather overcast and unnatural. As for the camcorder, you can record video with sound in 320x240 or 176x144-pixel resolutions. Multimedia message clips are capped at 30 seconds, but you can otherwise shoot for as much as your memory card can hold. Video quality was predictably choppy, grainy, and pixelated, especially when there was a lot of movement.
You can personalize the Decoy with wallpaper, banners, sounds, and more. There's a variety of graphics and alert tones for you to choose from, plus you can always download more from Verizon via the Web browser. The Decoy does not come with any games, but you can download some via the Web browser as well.
The Bluetooth headset on the Decoy has its own set of functions as well. They include answering, ending, and rejecting calls, last number redial, voice command support, call waiting support, a low battery status indicator, plus the ability to transfer calls to and from the handset (as mentioned earlier). Another very nice bonus is the fact that this mono Bluetooth headset has A2DP support, meaning it can also be used to listen to streaming music. Though it's not the best music listening experience, it's handy when you don't have a stereo headset around.
Performance
We tested the Decoy in San Francisco using the Verizon Wireless service. We were impressed overall by the call quality. Callers heard us loud and clear, with very little static and echo in the distance. Similarly, we heard them just fine as well, though there was a slight hiss in the background at times. When the speakerphone was on, callers reported a slightly more muddled sound, and had trouble hearing us at times. This was dependent on how far we were from the phone--the closer we were to the microphone, the less distortion there was.
We also really liked the sound quality of the Bluetooth headset. No, there's no fancy noise-canceling technology here, so we don't recommend using it in a particularly noisy or crowded environment. But for quieter environments like the car or the office, the headset works just fine. In fact, aside from slightly more echo and static, callers couldn't hear much of a difference between handset and headset use.
We were also pleased with the EV-DO speeds. We managed to download a song in under a minute, and V Cast videos loaded without a lot of rebuffering. Streaming video quality is comparable to other V Cast phones, with blurry and pixelated videos, especially when there was a lot of movement. That said, it's good enough for a quick video clip when in a bus or train. As for sound quality, the speaker on the Decoy output decent sound, but as with most phone speakers, the music had a very tinny and hollow quality to it. We recommend headset use for the best sound quality.
The LG Decoy has a rated battery life of 3.83 hours talk time and 13.75 days standby time. The Bluetooth headset on the Decoy has a rated battery life of 2 hours talk time and 3.33 days standby time. According to FCC radiation tests, the LG Decoy has a digital SAR rating of 1.22 watts per kilogram.
As hands-free calling laws go into effect around the country, Bluetooth headsets are slowly becoming a must-have accessory for those who wish to continue chatting on the phone while on the road. Even now, Bluetooth headsets have reached a critical mass, with many people opting to wear headsets even when walking around the office. But if you're not the kind to wear your headset all the time, you might encounter a few problems. Headsets can be a hassle to find in a hurry, especially if you have to fish around in your bag to get at such a tiny device (which isn't such a good idea when driving). They're also easy to misplace, and most people don't remember to charge them until it's too late.
Well, LG has come up with an incredibly ingenious solution by building a Bluetooth headset directly into the phone. That's right; the LG Decoy is the first ever cell phone to have a built-in stowaway Bluetooth headset. It's conveniently docked in the back, and you can pop out the headset when you need it, and just snap it back in when you don't. As gimmicky as it may seem, we absolutely love this idea of having two devices in one. We did find the headset quality to be rather lacking, and the Decoy's surface is a little too reflective for my liking. In the end, however, if you want to get a cell phone and Bluetooth headset in one convenient package, the Decoy is definitely the device to get. It's currently available for $179.99 with a two-year service agreement and a $50 discount.
Design
At first glance, the Decoy looks like one of the glossiest phones we've ever seen. Indeed, its entire front surface positively gleams with a reflective mirror finish, right down to the navigation keys and the steel-tinged joystick toggle. Measuring 4.01 inches high by 1.97 inches wide by 0.67 inch thick, the Decoy is not a very compact phone, but it has a nice enough size to accommodate its large 2.2-inch display. It does weigh about 4.05 ounces, which makes it feel very solid in the hand. Though we can appreciate the glittery appeal of such a shiny surface, we found that it is very fingerprint prone, and that it's difficult to see the display especially on a bright and sunny day.
The LG Decoy has a very shiny reflective surface.
As we mentioned, the Decoy has a generous 2.2-inch 262,000 color display front and center on the phone. It's bright, vivid, and shows off the colorful menu interface very well. You can adjust the font size as well as the backlight time, but not the brightness or contrast. Thankfully, you're not subject to Verizon's clunky old menu interface--the Decoy offers tab, list, and grid menu interface options so you can arrange it how you like.
Underneath the display is the navigation array, which consists of two soft keys, a center joystick, a dedicated speakerphone key, and a Clear key. On standby mode, the center joystick also leads to three user-defined shortcuts (to the bottom, left, and top). If you toggle it to the right, it will lead you to a My Shortcuts folder, which can also be customized to your liking. Though we found the keys to be quite slippery, they had enough definition that they were still easy to find and press. We also found the joystick toggle to be very responsive. We could be quite gentle in pushing it around, as it is sensitive to even the slightest of gestures.
You slide open the phone by pushing the bottom lip of the front surface up. That will reveal the full alphanumeric keypad, as well as the Send, voice command, and End/Power keys at the very top. These topmost keys were the hardest to get to, since they're positioned right up against the bottom of the slider. Otherwise, we found the keypad to be very pleasant to use. Unlike most slider keypads which are flat, the Decoy has keys with curved textured bumps that we could easily find by feel. The volume rocker and charger jack is on the left spine, while the microSD card slot and dedicated camera key are on the right.
The LG Decoy has a built-in Bluetooth headset on its back, as well as a camera lens and a self-portrait mirror.
But the most important aspect of the Decoy lies on its back. When you turn the Decoy around, you will see a rectangular bump jutting out from the top part of the phone. This is actually a built-in Bluetooth headset, stowed away in a custom built dock. Press down on a tiny latch at the top, and the headset will pop out. The headset itself is incredibly slim and flat, measuring 1.6 inches long by 0.8 inch wide by 0.2 inch deep, and weighs less than an ounce. It has a multifunction button on the front, which also houses an LED indicator light, and the volume rocker sits on the right spine. On the back is a simple springy ear piece that actually fits quite comfortably in the ear, resting just outside the ear canal.
Pairing the Decoy with the headset couldn't be easier. When the headset is first removed, you will be automatically prompted to pair the headset by pressing down on the multifunction button for a few seconds. After that, you're connected and ready to go. From then on, whenever you remove the headset from the dock, you will automatically be in headset mode. And whenever you snap it back in the dock, headset mode will be turned off as well. If you like, the Decoy also comes with a plastic "cavity cover" to cover up the dock when you're using the headset. Even though you can charge both the headset and the phone simultaneously, there's also a separate headset charging dock if you want it.
We have to say we loved this idea. The built-in Bluetooth headset is certainly not the best Bluetooth headset we've seen--the volume rocker is really skinny, it feels a little chintzy and lightweight, and you don't get fancy noise-canceling technology. But the convenience factor simply can't be beaten. You no longer have to worry about losing your headset, and you don't have to worry about it having a low battery, since it simply charges with the phone.
Next to the Bluetooth headset dock is a camera lens as well as a self-portrait mirror.
Features
Aside from the built-in Bluetooth headset, the Decoy has plenty of features going for it as well. It has a generous 1,000-entry contacts list, with room in each entry for five numbers, two e-mail addresses, and notes. You can also save callers to groups, pair them with a photo for caller ID, or one of 23 polyphonic ringtones and alert sounds. Other essentials include a vibrate mode, a speakerphone (which can be activated prior to a call), text and multimedia messaging, a calculator, a tip calculator, a calendar, an alarm clock, a stopwatch, a world clock, and a notepad. More advanced users will appreciate voice commands, instant messaging (AIM, Windows, and Yahoo are supported), Web e-mail (only MSN, AOL, Yahoo, and Verizon), a mobile Web browser, and the capability to use the Decoy as a USB mass storage device. Another great add-on is VZ Navigator support, which provides turn-by-turn directions.
We also really like that the Decoy has plenty of Bluetooth profiles opened up. Not only does it have stereo Bluetooth support, but you can also use the Decoy as a Bluetooth modem. Other supported Bluetooth profiles include phone book access, object push for vCard and vCalendars, file transfer, the capability to send contacts and calendar events, and support for printing and sending pictures.
The Decoy also has EV-DO support, thus allowing it access to Verizon's full array of V Cast broadband services like V Cast streaming video and the V Cast Music store. The user interface and player controls are similar to that of other V Cast phones; the music player for instance displays album art and songs can be sorted by genre, artist, and album. Also, if you wish to buy a track from the online music store, each song costs about $1.99, and can be downloaded over the air to the phone as well as to your home PC. If you wish to upload your own songs, make sure they're in WMA, MP3, or unprotected AAC and AAC+ formats. Do note that the Decoy only has about 50 MB of internal storage, so you should consider investing in a microSD card for additional media storage. The Decoy supports up to 8GB microSD cards.
The LG Decoy took mediocre photos.
Also in the Decoy is a 2-megapixel camera and camcorder. You can take photos in four resolutions (1,600x1,200, 1,280x960, 640x480, and 320x240), five white balance settings, and five color effects. Other camera settings include a night mode, a self-timer, three shutter sounds plus a silent option, photometry, and brightness. After taking a picture, you can edit it a little with the built-in image editor that lets you zoom, rotate, and crop the image. Photo quality was pretty mediocre. You need to hold the phone perfectly still to avoid blurry shots, and colors looked rather overcast and unnatural. As for the camcorder, you can record video with sound in 320x240 or 176x144-pixel resolutions. Multimedia message clips are capped at 30 seconds, but you can otherwise shoot for as much as your memory card can hold. Video quality was predictably choppy, grainy, and pixelated, especially when there was a lot of movement.
You can personalize the Decoy with wallpaper, banners, sounds, and more. There's a variety of graphics and alert tones for you to choose from, plus you can always download more from Verizon via the Web browser. The Decoy does not come with any games, but you can download some via the Web browser as well.
The Bluetooth headset on the Decoy has its own set of functions as well. They include answering, ending, and rejecting calls, last number redial, voice command support, call waiting support, a low battery status indicator, plus the ability to transfer calls to and from the handset (as mentioned earlier). Another very nice bonus is the fact that this mono Bluetooth headset has A2DP support, meaning it can also be used to listen to streaming music. Though it's not the best music listening experience, it's handy when you don't have a stereo headset around.
Performance
We tested the Decoy in San Francisco using the Verizon Wireless service. We were impressed overall by the call quality. Callers heard us loud and clear, with very little static and echo in the distance. Similarly, we heard them just fine as well, though there was a slight hiss in the background at times. When the speakerphone was on, callers reported a slightly more muddled sound, and had trouble hearing us at times. This was dependent on how far we were from the phone--the closer we were to the microphone, the less distortion there was.
We also really liked the sound quality of the Bluetooth headset. No, there's no fancy noise-canceling technology here, so we don't recommend using it in a particularly noisy or crowded environment. But for quieter environments like the car or the office, the headset works just fine. In fact, aside from slightly more echo and static, callers couldn't hear much of a difference between handset and headset use.
We were also pleased with the EV-DO speeds. We managed to download a song in under a minute, and V Cast videos loaded without a lot of rebuffering. Streaming video quality is comparable to other V Cast phones, with blurry and pixelated videos, especially when there was a lot of movement. That said, it's good enough for a quick video clip when in a bus or train. As for sound quality, the speaker on the Decoy output decent sound, but as with most phone speakers, the music had a very tinny and hollow quality to it. We recommend headset use for the best sound quality.
The LG Decoy has a rated battery life of 3.83 hours talk time and 13.75 days standby time. The Bluetooth headset on the Decoy has a rated battery life of 2 hours talk time and 3.33 days standby time. According to FCC radiation tests, the LG Decoy has a digital SAR rating of 1.22 watts per kilogram.
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