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Glad iPhone tidings: lower prices, copy/paste and over the air iTunes?
It seems to be good news all round for iPhone lovers in Europe you should be able to get your hands on the device for a bargain price before Christmas, at least in the UK and France; plus a new release of the iPhone operating system is due next week, promising such delights as over the air iTunes downloads, Google Street View, and even a copy/paste function. Version 2.2 of ...
Thursday, 13th November 2008 - by Peter White
Orange to give phones eco rating
Mobile phone network Orange has announced that it will be giving a "green rating" to all of the handsets it sells in the future. The rankings for the first 30 products will appear on its French website in mid-October. Orange claims that it will then extend this to all of the products the company sells in the following year. The ratings will be compiled by BIO Intelligence Service an... Read the full story »
Monday, 6th October 2008 - by Editorial Team
New MVNO launched by Orange
Orange has announced that it will launch a new mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) on its system. Lycamobile is the sixth MVNO used by Orange and the company hopes that it will attract "UK-based ethnic markets". It is hoped that Orange's latest addition to its services will tap into other revenue streams that will compliment the company's brand. Lycamobile's addition to the Orange ... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 - by Editorial Team
Turn your mobile into Wi-Fi hotspot
Mobile phone users will be able to turn their smartphone into a Wi-Fi hotspot using a new solution. The software, called Walking Hotspot, can be used on any phone that has both 3G and Wi-Fi access, reports Mobile Choice. In addition, the phone must be able to support Symbian S60, UIC or Microsoft Windows Mobile. Using this, any computer can be connected to the internet without users needing to... Read the full story »
Thursday, 18th September 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange gets exclusive on new Sony Ericsson
Mobile phone buyers who wish to acquire the new Sony Ericsson G705 will have to sign up to Orange as it has an exclusive deal on the handset. The item will be available for purchase later this month and will offer users text messaging, email and web access, reports T3.com. It features a 2.4-inch screen, which supports automatic rotation, and a 3.2-megapixel camera. Those who are easily lost are... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 10th September 2008 - by Editorial Team
Samsung i850 Innov8 to be available on Orange
The latest handset available from Samsung, the i850 Innov8 will initially only be on Orange UK. Unveiled by the company approximately one month ago, the product is already set to appear on shelves in Britain in early September, reports MobileWhack.com. Orange UK has announced that those signing up for a contract with them will also receive a Nokia 1650 Pay As You Go phone free of charge. Samsun... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange launches Blackberry Bold
Orange has launched the new BlackBerry Bold smartphone for customers in the UK, it has been announced. The first BlackBerry smartphone to support high-speed 3G and 3G+ HSDPA networks, the handset has the ability to support voice and data applications simultaneously, and comes with a GPS-enabled sat-nav system and Wi-Fi. It also has a "rich set" of features, including an intuitive user ... Read the full story »
Monday, 18th August 2008 - by Editorial Team
BBC consults on mobile TV content
Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange, Vodafone and T-Mobile. In a statement, the BBC believes it is "uniquely placed" to drive mainstream use of mobile TV but critics have ex... Read the full story »
Monday, 28th July 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange unveils mobile email service
Broadband and mobile provider Orange has announced the expansion of its Orange Mail Internet Service (OMIS). OMIS is now available as a pay-as-you-connect service and costs £2.50 per month, excluding normal data costs. It is also available as an add-on bundle, starting at £5.11 per month for a 250 MB data allowance. The service works on a range of handsets and provides customers with a... Read the full story »
Friday, 18th July 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange unveils social networking offering
Mobile operator Orange has announced a new partnership with Europe's leading social networking sites. Orange World now allows customers to stay connected to all their online communities through a single interface on their mobile phones. MySpace, Facebook, Bebo and Flirtomatic have all signed up with the telecoms company for the service. The interface will display the most popular functions of m... Read the full story »
Friday, 11th July 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange unveils video service
Mobile phone users will now be able to enjoy a magazine service on their Orange handset, after the operator announced the launch of Zap! The new video magazine will be supported by advertising and will offer free video clips on celebrity, news and lifestyle from sources such as BBC Worldwide. Head of partnerships services at Orange UK Steve Wallage explained: "Orange has already seen succes... Read the full story »
Thursday, 3rd July 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange cuts text charges
It has been revealed that mobile phone customers planning to head overseas this summer could save money on texting with Orange, which has announced changes to its Travel portfolio charges. According to the mobile phone operator, Travel Text will offer users savings of up to 50 per cent if they invest in the package for £6 per month. Other advantages of the new deals include the Favourite Co... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange reveals dance-powered mobile charger
Network provider Orange has unveiled an innovative phone charging system which it claims is perfect for the start of the UK festival season. Developed in conjunction with renewable energy specialist GotWind, the Orange Dance Charge is able to power up a mobile handset using energy from a user's physical movements. The device is housed in an elasticated strap worn on the bicep, storing power from... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 24th June 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange reveals new ad campaign
Mobile operator Orange is planning to give the brand a major overhaul with a new UK advertising strategy. The firm intends to "personify" its services by attaching the tagline "I Am" to all marketing for its new products and tariffs, with approximately £10 million to be spent on the campaign next month, Mobiletoday.co.uk reports. Due to launch on July 5th, the promotion... Read the full story »
Friday, 20th June 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange goes green with Glastonbury phone tent
Network provider Orange is set to offer mobile users an environmentally-friendly method of charging their handsets at this year's Glastonbury Festival. The firm has revealed details of its new recharge "pod", a free-standing tent which will use energy generated by wind turbines and solar panels to charge phone batteries. According to Orange, the seven-metre structure can charge up to 1... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 17th June 2008 - by Editorial Team
'Research' cost of texting from abroad
Those looking for a new mobile deal may need to research the cost of texting while abroad, according to a report published in the Sunday Mirror. It was revealed in the paper that concerns have been raised by industry watchdog Ofcom over the cost of sending text messages back to Britain while on holiday. According to the report, some texts from Europe can cost up to 40 pence - an issue which can ... Read the full story »
Monday, 9th June 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange announces new plans for mobile users
UK Orange customers could benefit from changes within the company, as it announces a new strategy to deal with the "21st century customer". The plan includes pledges such as new investment in 2G and 3G networks to improve coverage and the quality of calls, as well as new steps towards improving its customer service. CEO Tom Alexander explained: "These changes are designed to stop ... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 4th June 2008 - by Editorial Team
New Orange base station to serve customers
Orange mobile phone customers in the Formby area could soon benefit from a new base station, set to replace an old mast, reports the Formby Times. There have been concerns that Orange users may continue to experience a poorer signal, as the mast on Altcar Road was put out of service, but the company has bought the site of the new base. National government and community relations manager Martin G... Read the full story »
Friday, 30th May 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange and Nokia announce partnership
Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with operator Orange, which will include the introduction of ten new handsets. A suite of "multimedia services" will be made available, after extending an agreement first revealed in February, which will allow customers to access N-Gage mobile games, the Orange Music Store and other digital services. Speaking on beh... Read the full story »
Thursday, 22nd May 2008 - by Editorial Team
Accolade for Orange
Mobile phone operator Orange UK has been named Best Entertainment Operator in Europe at the Cannes Mobile Entertainment Awards. The award is based on services offered to mobile phone customers, such as deals with social networking site Bebo and a number of record labels. Director of products and innovation at Orange UK Paul Jevons explained: "Services that some once saw as gimmicks and fads... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - by Editorial Team
Social networking on mobile phones 'is the future'
Using the mobile internet to access social networking sites will become a more integral part of our everyday lives, according to an article on their importance in the Times. It is explained that having immediate access to people's profiles could help networking at parties, businesses overview CVs at conferences or ease an introduction with a handsome stranger at a bar. Mobile phone users in Ber... Read the full story »
Friday, 9th May 2008 - by Editorial Team
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