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Mobile phone loss 'could end romance'
It has been revealed that 4.92 million British mobile users feel that losing a phone has led to them losing contact with someone who could have been the love of their life, according to O2. The research showed that while one in five of those asked said they had lost "the perfect love," 68 per cent did not back up the contents on their mobile, such as addresses and photographs. Sally Cowdry, head of marketing at O2 UK, said: "Losi...
Friday, 28th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
3 announces mobile broadband offer
Mobile phone customers are now being offered a new Pay As You Go deal for broadband from operator 3. As part of the development, the mobile phone company is offering USB Modems for £69.99, as well as price plans such as 1GB download allowance for £10 per month. It was also revealed that the most popular package for 3 mobile phone customers offers 2,000 texts within the 3GB deal, as wel... Read the full story »
Thursday, 27th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
The future of mobile technology considered
The inventor of the mobile phone Martin Cooper has spoken to Reuters about a future he envisages of embedded wireless connections in humans. Mr Cooper spoke about his vision of the future - when thinking of calling a person will result in their number being automatically dialled and connections will be used to diagnose illnesses. "Here you've got this wonderful power supply called the huma... Read the full story »
Thursday, 27th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phones can be used on Emirates
It has been revealed that mobile phone customers will now be able to make calls on Emirates flights, according to the BBC. A system developed by AeroMobile has been installed on their aircraft which presents interference with electronic equipment, for more-flexible mobile phone use. Chief executive of AeroMobile Bjorn-Taale Sandberg explained: "We have gone to considerable lengths to ensur... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 26th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Free music downloads from Orange
Orange mobile phone customers now have the option of enjoying free or discounted mobile downloads, as part of the advertisment-supported content on Orange World. The music content will be supported by advertising revenue, which has been developed with ScreenTonic, and will offer customers over 500 tracks in a variety of genres. Head of third party services at Orange UK Steve Ricketts commented: ... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 25th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Ofcom takes action on mis-selling
Mobile phone users could be offered greater peace of mind as industry regulator Ofcom has announced a crackdown on mis-selling, reports the BBC. Ofcom has revealed that measures will be taken if companies offer customers false information about contracts, as it now receives 700 complaints a month about the issue. Guy Middleton, a spokesperson for 3, commented: "We believe our minimum busine... Read the full story »
Thursday, 20th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange announces new short films for mobiles
Mobile phone users on Orange will soon be able to download short films, thanks to a partnership between the operator and Icewhole.com. The website offers a networking service and an online catalogue of short films from up-and-coming directors and actors, the best of which will be made available for download by Orange customers. Entertainment brand marketing and partnerships manager at Orange Mag... Read the full story »
Thursday, 20th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
O2 cracks down on mis-selling
Customers looking for a new mobile phone and concerned about being mis-sold a contract by a third party could be relieved by news that O2 is taking legal action against the issue. The mobile phone provider is legally pursuing two companies - Eazyconnect Limited and Shieldmp3 - accusing them of posing as O2 to customers and infringing trademark in the sale of mobile phone insurance. It has been c... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 19th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Virgin to launch new Liberty scheme
Virgin Mobile has announced that it is launching a new scheme where mobile phone customers can purchase a SIM-only deal with greater flexibility. For mobile phone customers who would prefer to keep their handsets, tariffs of £15 per month can offer 300 minutes and 300 texts, or 150 minutes and 1,000 texts. Graeme Oxby, managing director of Virgin Mobile, explained: "Many people don't r... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 19th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
New Nokia N82 "made for storytelling"
Nokia has announced the launch of its new N82, available in black, which includes features to encourage mobile phone users to log and share their journeys and experiences. The phone allows geotagging, which means people can save their photographs by location and date – pictures that can be taken on the phone's five-megapixel camera. Juha Kokkonen, director for Nokia Nseries devices, explain... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 18th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Vodafone customers get Hard Candy
Mobile phone users on Vodafone will get access to the new album from Madonna ahead of its general release date of April 28th, reports the Daily Telegraph. It has been announced that the Queen of Pop will release a song a day on the Vodafone network for the week before the album Hard Candy is launched. Vice chairman of Warner Music John Reid is quoted as saying: "This is an innovative way to... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 18th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
More celebrities caught driving on mobile phone
The importance of acquiring a hands-free kit if mobile phone users are planning on driving has been highlighted, as two footballers have been caught talking on his mobile while behind the wheel. It has been reported in the Mirror that Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard have been found driving while talking on a handheld phone. However, as they were on the private land of the Chelsea ground, they were... Read the full story »
Monday, 17th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobiles 'make women feel safe'
Research has shown that mobile phones make a percentage of women feel safer, reports the Welsh Western Mail. The survey by three American researchers shows that 42 per cent of females asked said they would walk home alone if they were carrying a mobile phone. However, research undertaken by Professor Jack Nasar of Ohio State University, Peter Hecht of Temple University and Richard Wener of Broo... Read the full story »
Monday, 17th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Unlimited texts from 3
Mobile phone operator 3 is offering new service plans for customers, which will include unlimited texts on 12 month - rather than 18 month - contracts. The new deals also come with a choice of new free mobile phones, such as the Nokia 6120 on the £25 bundle, or the Sony Ericsson K660i on the £35 deal. When comparing the deals, 3 has said that its offer of £25 for 500 minutes and ... Read the full story »
Monday, 17th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
O2 and Napster team up
Mobile phone provider O2 has announced that it is teaming up with digital music provider Napster to offer customers a greater variety of tunes for their phone. Those who buy and download a song from Napster will get a copy automatically sent to their email address, so customers can save a back-up copy. President of Napster Brad Duea commented: "We look forward to delivering a superior mobil... Read the full story »
Friday, 14th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Phones follow fashion, says 3
Mobile phone operator 3 has announced the launch of the new Sony Ericsson K6601, available exclusively on its network, which follows the fashion trend of the season. The new model comes in lime green and white, following a trend for the colour in the fashion world during spring 2008. Marketing director for 3 John Penberthy-Smith commented: "For many years, mobile phones meant functions and ... Read the full story »
Thursday, 13th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange expands mobile business broadband
Those looking at finding an improved mobile broadband service for their business may be interested in news that Orange has extended its Business Everywhere service. Business Everywhere will now include unlimited and a daily unlimited options, removing usage limitations for mobile broadband users. However, the "unlimited" option does have to abide by the mobile phone provider's fair usa... Read the full story »
Thursday, 13th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile scams warning
Mobile phone users are being warned about scams, as well as being offered advice on how to avoid them, in a special report in the Independent. The importance of selecting a mobile phone contract from a legitimate company is highlighted by the story of those falling for a text message scam informing customers that they are entitled to a phone upgrade. Customer may not be aware that the text is no... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 12th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Motorola returns to 3
Those looking for a new mobile phone contract will now be offered a greater choice from 3, which has announced it is re-adding Motorola handsets to its range. After an 18-month gap, models such as the RAZR2 V9 will be launched within 3, alongside specialist agents training staff on the new phones. Director of products at 3 Fergal Walker explained: "Motorola's renewed focus on powerful 3G ha... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 12th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Woman sets fire to phones
A woman in China took revenge on her husband for walking out on her - by setting fire to 400 mobile phones. Xinhua news agency reported that neighbours alerted authorities to the blaze in the couple's marital home. The gentleman in question owned a mobile phone retail outlet in the Shandong province and, on leaving the marriage, also lost over £20,000 of stock to his wife's anger. Meanwhi... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 11th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
O2 wins employment accolade
Those looking for a new mobile phone contract may be interested by the news that O2 has been named the sixth best big company to work for by the Sunday Times. It was judged on categories such as Personal Growth and Well Being, leading to a three-star accreditation for being an "extraordinary" company. Chief executive of O2 UK Ronan Dunne said: "We are committed to making O2 a grea... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 11th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Release of iPlayer for iPhone
The popular BBC service iPlayer will now be available to mobile users with an iPhone or those with an iPod Touch, it has been announced. Head of BBC digital media Anthony Rose wrote about the development on the corporation's blog, explaining how the service could benefit mobile phone users wanting to watch their favourite programmes on the move. Mr Rose explained: "We started with iPhone be... Read the full story »
Monday, 10th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Sony Ericsson supports women's health
Mobile phone manufacturer Sony Ericsson has announced that it is supporting women's health as part of its commitment to this year's International Women's Day. Sony Ericsson's pledge will involve the use of mobile phones and mobile broadband to improve awareness about health issues and socioeconomic status of females around the world. Elaine Weidman-Grunewald, director of corporate responsibility... Read the full story »
Monday, 10th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile tickets 'preparing for major launches'
Mobile phones could be used increasingly for event tickets, according to a report from Juniper Research, increasing consumer convenience in the process. The research states that 2.6 billion mobile tickets will be sold by 2011 as more mobile phone users and event organisers realise the advantages, such as reduced costs and better security. It was shown that involvement from mobile phone operator... Read the full story »
Friday, 7th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile football from Orange
Consumers with a mobile phone from Orange can now watch live coverage of Barclays Premier League matches, which could save some relationships. Research from Orange has shown that 30 per cent of men would end a relationship if their partner made them go shopping when they wanted to watch football. Steve Wallage, head of sports partnerships at Orange, commented: "We felt we owed it to couples... Read the full story »
Friday, 7th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Microsoft Silverlight comes to Nokia
Nokia mobile phone users will soon be able to use Microsoft's smartphone software Silverlight, a plug-in designed to improve application use for consumers. Silverlight has already been used as a platform for applications, making it easier to use services such as the mobile internet through one system, which functions with a number of browsers and other platforms. Lee Williams, senior vice presi... Read the full story »
Thursday, 6th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone fitness
Samsung has announced it is to launch a new fitness focus phone, for health-conscience mobile phone customers, in conjunction with Adidas. The F110 has been designed to motivate those keeping fit with its built in MP3 player, as well as featuring a heartbeat monitor and the 'food pad' step monitor. Users can program in a fitness regime so the F110 can give updates throughout the workout, as well... Read the full story »
Thursday, 6th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Backup with O2 Bluebook
Mobile customers wanting to back up information held on their mobiles are being made aware of the Bluebook service by O2. The Bluebook service can automatically save every text and photo online, after the service is set-up via an online tutorial. A new marketing campaign, entitled Nothing is Lost, will demonstrate to customers how contacts, texts and pictures can be stored on a personal online p... Read the full story »
Thursday, 6th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile dealers defended
The mobile phone industry has been defended by the Mobile Broadband Group, after a Trading Standards warning that some mobile deals were too good to be true, reports DeHavilland. Advice was issued on BBC Radio 5 Live programme Wake Up To Money, when Trading Standards officer Steve Playle explained that some smaller dealers were offering good deals and then going bust. Mr Playle said: "I hav... Read the full story »
Thursday, 6th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Extra roaming for CW customers
Mobile phone operator Orange has announced that it is providing extra roaming potential for Cable&Wireless customers currently on the enterprise fixed-mobile convergence scheme. It will mean that those who currently rely on the in-building network at Cable&Wireless, will be able to continue to use their mobile phones when not in the office, through the Orange network. Orange already offe... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 5th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Nokia supports community for green awareness
Nokia has announced it is supporting a new environmental online community, which has been developed with a specific mobile version. The website, connect2earth.org, has been founded by environmental groups WWF and IUCN to encourage young people to post their views on the environment, including videos and pictures which will also be viewable by mobile phone browsers with internet capability. Kirs... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 4th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
T-Mobile announces Call Me Back developments
Mobile phone operator T-Mobile has announced it has re-developed its U-Fix package to include a Call Me Back function, which could be of particular interest to parents looking for phone deals for their teenagers. Call Me Back means that a text message can be sent asking for call-back, even when the customer has run out of credit, available to new and existing customers. The new features of U-Fix... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 4th March 2008 - by Editorial Team
New Nokia model available on Vodafone
Vodafone customers will now be able to enjoy the latest model from Nokia - the 6124 classic, a 3G phone which promises faster download speeds. The phone, which is exclusively available on the Vodafone network, also boasts a two-inch screen, as well as the option of flash or panorama camera modes. Global director of terminals at Vodafone Jens Schulte-Bockum commented: "The exclusive Nokia 61... Read the full story »
Monday, 3rd March 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile bill means expensive Friends
An £11,000 phone bill could lead to changes in policy surrounding mobile broadband downloads, as Ofcom investigate the case of an anonymous pair and some sitcom episodes. The wife of an executive used her husband's mobile phone to download four episodes of Friends, which finished downloading after his plane landed in Germany, leading to extra fees for use abroad amounting to £11,000. I... Read the full story »
Monday, 3rd March 2008 - by Editorial Team
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