Some Problems You Might Encounter When Selling Your Phone

July 8th, 2010 | Mobile Phone Recycling, Mobile Phones

Before you decide to sell your old mobile phone units, you should first consider which phone recycling company can offer you the best price. You can also try to look into other options as well like selling it on eBay or trading it in where you are planning to buy your new phone. However, there could still be some problems that you might encounter during the process. You should anticipate them in order to know what to do in case they happen.

First of all, if you decide to sell a damaged phone, it might fetch a much lower price and depending upon the results of the test the company will perform on your unit, you might even be offered a drastically reduced price. A badly damaged casing, a failure to switch on, and a locked pin are all possible reasons for an offer of a much lower price. Also, phones damaged by water or those with cracked or unresponsive screens will probably get you zero cash and you might just be wasting your time and money sending it to the company.

Another problem is if your phone is not listed on any site, which means nobody wants to buy it. Although this is very rare, there are two reasons why this happens; your phone is either a very new model or a very old one. In either case, your unit is very rare.

If your phone is too modern, it may also have less value than you would assume. The reason may be that handsets are sold to developing countries with infrastructure which is not suitable for such high-tech phones.

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All about Broadband

July 6th, 2010 | Mobile Broadband, mobile technology

From a technical perspective, broadband references a “broad” bandwidth, which is a range of frequencies used to transfer data.  The more “broad” this band is, the more capable it is of carrying large amounts of data.  With early use in radio, the narrowest bandwidths could simply carry Morse code, while broader bands could carry speech, with the broadest of bandwidths being necessary to carry music at an acceptable quality.  While original uses of the term were focused around radio transmission, the term has come to represent other means of high rate data transfers.

Broadband refers to modern, high speed internet connections suitable for delivering rich content, and in-depth media far beyond the capabilities of traditional dial up services.  Content such as images, video, and audio can not only be downloaded quickly on a modern broadband connection, they can be streamed, or downloaded on the fly, being played and downloaded simultaneously.  Varying levels of broadband services exist, at varying levels of potency and pricing, all with their unique niche that make them suitable for individual customers with individual internet access, and data transfer capability needs. 

As a whole, “broadband” is relative to the timeframe that it is mentioned in.  Much like how early radio broadband was simply the transfer of voice as opposed to Morse code, modern mobile broadband has exceeded the capabilities of early broadband internet nearly 100 fold.  Today, it simply represents modern internet service, both in home and over mobile networks.

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The Sony Ericsson Yari has gesture controlled gaming!

July 3rd, 2010 | Mobile Phone Reviews, Mobile Phones, Sony Ericsson

Like many Sony Ericsson mobile phones, the Yari has a concept behind it. This time around, the concept is an interesting one which has made a lot of headlines in mobile phone news as the Yari looks to combine motion sensor technology with mobile gaming.

Although the Yari is a perfectly serviceable handset, with many of the functions that you would expect from one of the latest mobile phones, where it really stands out is in its gaming capabilities. There are several games preloaded onto the Yari, while others are available for download.

What makes gaming on the Yari different from other new mobile phones, though, is that most of the action is controlled by motion sensors, with the handset needing to be either physically moved or hand gestures made in order to control the action.

Although the Sony Ericsson Yari does offer a lot to those who enjoy gaming on their mobile phones and as a result has a lot of innovative features, the most obvious faults with the handset are what it is lacking.

There is no Wi-Fi connectivity on the Yari, meaning all web connections have to be made via 3G, while there is also confusingly no 3.5 mm headphone output despite the inclusion of a serviceable media player.

The key layout on the Yari also leaves much to be desired, as a loaded QWERTY keyboard along with several short cut buttons will leave the user repeatedly pressing the wrong keys.

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Nokia 5530 XpressMusic Overview

July 1st, 2010 | Mobile Phones, Nokia, Touchscreen

The Nokia 5530 XpressMusic is a reasonably priced phone that features a 2.9-inch resistive screen that plays music and takes decent pictures. 

The phone is slim it has a reliable strong feel about it, feeling weighty in the hand highlighting Nokia’s reputation as a maker of reliable and long-lasting handsets.  Even the thin stylus gives off a robust impression.

The 5530 XpressMusic is first and foremost a music phone and you can upload your favourite songs using the Nokia PC Suite software.  It comes complete with a 4 GB microSD card so there’s space to store about 1000 tracks.  As with all the phones in the XpressMusic range, you can fiddle about with equaliser settings and you can create playlists.  There’s also a 3.5 mm audio jack, so you can plug in any set of headphones.

The camera has 3.2 megapixels and takes above average photographs, with good sharpness and colour.  Although there is no macro mode it comes with LED flash and digital zoom meaning that you can get in close and still take fairly detailed shots.

There are some downsides to this phone.  It is almost impossible to type a text using your fingers; you need to use the stylus.  There is no lanyard to attach the stylus to the phone meaning that it can easily be misplaced.

The dedicated camera shutter key is pointless as it is too stiff and you’re much better off using the key on the touchscreen.  Similarly, the USB port cover is a nightmare to remove.

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Broadband Bundles and Packages

June 30th, 2010 | Broadband, Mobile Broadband, mobile technology

Many home broadband users these days are taking up offers from Virgin Media broadband and Sky broadband, who bundle in the same package your telephone and cable TV. This is a good option for reducing headaches in the crowded field of broadband providers. More choice equals more competition and lower prices, but the decision-making process can be a daunting one. With broadband providers from TalkTalk broadband to Orange home broadband and many more competing with one another to get you signed up, it’s wise to arm yourself with the best information. This is provided by broadband comparison websites, such as Thinkbroadband, which spread out the information before you, listing broadband providers like BT Total broadband, Tesco broadband and Plusnet broadband, and highlighting what they offer in terms of advantages and drawbacks.

At the other end of the scale from domestic internet users who want broadband in order to download music and play games, are the corporate enterprises that have very different requirements. For them, security and support are major concerns, and a broadband business package from BT Total broadband or O2 broadband for example will include engineer call-out and enhanced security options, which the likes of Tesco broadband will clearly not have. The extra cost of such packages is far outweighed by the enhanced service.

It is also worth considering mobile broadband from one of the broadband providers. This can make sense for students and travelling businessmen who need to keep in touch with the office. Again, check out the mobile broadband comparison websites for all the deals.

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Motorola Milestone with QWERTY keyboard

June 28th, 2010 | Google Android, Mobile Phone Reviews, Motorola Mobile Phones

The Motorola Milestone is the GSM variant of the Motorola DROID mobile phone. It is an Android mobile phone. Android mobile phone technology, developed by Android Inc. in conjunction with Google, is a relatively new mobile phone technology allowing for open source sharing and application development. The Motorola Milestone was marketed at its launch in 2009 as the company’s comeback phone following disappointing sales previously.

The Motorola Milestone is 4.56 by 2.36 by 0.54 inches in size, weighing 5.96 ounces. Its specifications include 6.5 hours of talk time battery life, 15 days standby battery life, a main display of 480 x 854 pixels resolution, with a screen size 3.70 inches, a photo camera with 5 megapixels resolution, flash, dual LED, auto focus, image stabiliser, digital zoom and geo tagging. The Motorola Milestone has a full QWERTY keyboard, HTML internet connectivity, microUSB, Wi-Fi and 2.1 stereo Bluetooth.

The Motorola Milestone reviews all consider the high quality of the screen. The picture quality is superb, with every detail crystal clear. The touch-screen is relatively straightforward to use, with the size allowing for easy choosing of websites and applications. Although not the fastest Android mobile phone in terms of operating speed, the speed is not cumbersome. The quality of the video is particularly strong.

A downside of the Motorola Milestone is the keyboard, which is relatively difficult to use, with the keys being small and flat.

Motorola Milestone deals are mostly contract deals, with nearly 2000 on offer from the major networks.

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Other Tips When Selling Your Mobile Phone Unit

June 25th, 2010 | Mobile Phone Recycling, Mobile Phones

Selling your old mobile phone unit is currently the trend not only in the UK but in many parts of the world. However, aside from selling the phone to a good company that can give you the highest price offer, there are many other things to consider.

You can choose to offer your old unit on eBay if you wish, giving you a chance of earning up to 30% more than what the best mobile recycling company can offer. You may also just want to use eBay as a guide so that you can get a rough idea of how much you should be able to sell your phone for. You may also want to look at tips on how to sell at eBay effectively.

You may also decide to sell your phone to a friend, although the difficulty with this choice is how to decide on a price that will not ruin the friendship. Mobilevaluer.com suggests that one should base the best price on what is currently offered by the phone recycling companies, and add 10%. In this way, you would get more for yourself and it would be cheaper for your friend than buying a new phone.

One last thing is to trade-in phones of low value. If the recycling companies refuse to give you much, try trading it in for a new one at the company where you are planning to buy your new phone.

If all else fails, try to keep it as an alternative phone, which you may use only for sending text messages.

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LG GD880 Mini Review

June 22nd, 2010 | LG, Mobile Phones

Despite its impressively small size, the GD880 Mini packs some serious processing power, and is more than capable of downloading, displaying, and processing web content on the fly.  Mobile phone news sources have been abuzz with new details and interesting facts and figures about the new Mini. The details are out, and it’s safe to say that the LG GD880 Mini is one of the top new mobile phones currently available.

Boasting and impressive 3.2 Inch display, the screen dominates the face of the unit, which measures at just 4 inches.  In addition, the screen supports an impressive 480 by 854 pixel resolution, with deep clarity and image quality all across the board.  In addition, the handset supports HSDPA and maximum download rates as high as 7.2 Megabits per second.  Despite all these high powered, high utility features, the Mini is capable of 7 hours of talk time on a single charge, an excellent return for such a small unit.

While it’s safe to say that there are few drawbacks to the LG GD880 Mini, it’s important to note that this model runs neither Windows Mobile nor the Android operating systems.  While there are a wide variety of widgets and applications built by LG for this operating system, you will not have total access to the many applications built on these platforms.  While some may consider this a deal breaker, the LG GD880 still delivers on all fronts, and should be near the top of anyone’s wish list of LG mobile phones.

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Is Broadband Expensive?

June 19th, 2010 | Broadband, Mobile Broadband

Perhaps you’ve put off looking into a broadband service because you’ve heard it’s so expensive.  While there are some high-speed packages that are a little higher, the fact is that many providers offer plans that are less expensive than the average dial-up cost of ten years ago.  The trick is to find the right plan at the right price.

One of the easiest ways to find cheap broadband is to consider bundling it with other services through a single service provider.  For example, your home telephone service may offer a discounted package that includes reliable broadband service, mobile services, and wired telephone service.  These packages require some sort of time commitment, usually ranging from one to two years.  Overall, consumers can sometimes secure all three of these services for no more than they currently pay for mobile and home telephone services that are not provided through the same carrier.

Another approach is to compare broadband packages with different providers.  If you are looking for home service, you can often find a low-cost package that offers plenty of speed to handle online activities like playing games, shopping, or managing email.  If you need more power to download or send electronic files, the packages will likely cost a little more, but offer the benefit of allowing you to complete tasks in much less time. 

For people who’ve had the same Internet Service Provider account for a decade or more, they may be surprised to find that the dial-up connection that was such a good deal way back when, is costing them more than basic broadband does today.  In this instance, broadband is definitely affordable, and may even save you a small amount each month. 

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Most Popular Samsung Mobile Phones

June 17th, 2010 | Mobile Phones, Samsung

It could be argued that amongst the mid- and budget-range class of mobile phone manufacturers, Samsung reigns supreme, with the latest range of Samsung phones proving quite popular because they are user-friendly and good looking – two must haves if you’re going to make mobile phone news. Here are some of the most recent and popular:

•    Samsung Freeform – designed for texting and messaging with full keyboard, 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth, and support for Note memory card expansion
•    Samsung Highlight – easy to use 3G with voice memo/sound recorder, a full keyboard, 3.0 megapixel camera, Bluetooth, and MicroSD memory card expansion slot
•    Samsung Tocco Lite – touch screen, voice memo/sound recorder 3.2 megapixel camera, video camera, music player, MicroSD memory card expansion, and Bluetooth
•    Samsung Genie Touch – touch screen, 2 megapixel camera, video camera, music player, memory card, and Bluetooth
•    Samsung Tocco Ultra S8300 – touch screen, slide-out, 8 megapixel camera with auto focus, video calling, music player, FM radio, GPS, memory card, and Bluetooth
•    Samsung Genio Slide – touch screen, QWERTY keyboard, 3.2 megapixel camera, video calling, music player, GPS, memory card expansion, and Bluetooth
•    Samsung Blad – 3G touch screen, 3.2 megapixel camera, video calling, music player, memory card expansion, and Bluetooth.

These are just a few of the latest mobile phones, contract mobile phones, and pay-as-you go offerings Samsung has out there. For the best mobile phone deals, and there are some really good deals out there; spend some time doing a bit of comparison shopping before you commit.

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