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O2 launch Prepay Broadband in Ireland

thehumanmanual — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:12:40 +0000

O2 Ireland has launched its prepay mobile broadband service available from only â‚¬3.99 for a 24 hour pass which includes 500MB of data or customers can opt for a 30 day pass which includes 5GB of data for only â‚¬19.99.

O2 will allow its customer’s to participate in a try before you buy scheme. Customers will be allowed to borrow a mobile broadband device for up to 72 hours before committing to purchasing.

Nokia N900 Linux Tablet

thehumanmanual — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 02:02:32 +0000

Nokia N900 tablet

The latest news from the world of Nokia is the new Linux Nokia N900 tablet which will feature next to Nokia’s other internet ready devices.

The new tablet will be available from October this year and boasts a 3.5 inch touch screen with a slide out keyboard which is perfect for messaging. It also has WiFi internet connectivity, normal mobile phone functionality (which is better than the N800!), 1GB to run applications, 32GB internal storage and an external Micro SD HC card slot for a further 16GB totalling a whopping 48GB worth of storage. The powerful mobile computing device will also feature GPS alongside Nokia’s Ovi Maps service, Divx/Xvid video playback, Bluetooth, FM transmittor and a 3.5mm jack with TV Out functionality.

The device will run under Nokia’s Maemo 5 software which aims to deliver a PC like experience on a handheld device. It will also feature Mozilla’s FireFox browser, a ARM Cortex-A8 processor, OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration for a PC like multi-tasking functionality and will have the ability to support up to 10 email accounts via Nokia’s messaging service.

The device will be made available to the public sometime in October and will cost approximately Â£400.

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Carphone get's MiFi'd

thehumanmanual — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:56:58 +0000

CPW offer MiFi

Mobile communications specialist The Carphone Warehouse will launch a new mobile broadband offering called MiFi which will be bundled in with a Dell laptop for around Â£400.

What is MiFi?

MiFi is a new product launched by Novatel which will enable up to 5 WiFi enabled devices including mobile phones, laptops, netbook, etc to connect to your very own mobile WiFi hotspot. The credit card sized gadget has an expandable slot for MircoSD HC memory cards up to 16GB which will allow you to share files more easily whilst on the move and according to Novatel the gadget also has built GPS.

The device known as the MiFi2352 plugs into your laptop via a USB connection and then connects to the internet with just one click through the Connection Manager. Just like the new style dongles, no CD is necessary, just simply plug and play. It requires to be charged and will give you 4 hours worth of internet surfing joy with connection speeds supported up to 7.2Mbps and uploading of up to 5.76Mbps.

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Vodafone Internet speeds up to 14.4Mpbs

thehumanmanual — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:54:50 +0000

Vodafone's 14.4Mbps Data speeds

Customers who are residents and visitors of London, Birmingham and Manchester will be pleased to hear that Vodafone have upgrade their network to support internet connection speeds of up to 14.4Mpbs.

The new broadband offering will benefit up to 80% of its 3G Dongle, Data card and 3G handset users. With mobile broadband being a focal point for the network you can expect to see more internet related services and products to be launched during the remainder of the year.

Vodafone have really pushed the envelope with this upgrade as at top speed the internet connection you’ll be experiencing will be faster than a lot of the home broadband at 8Mb. In fact the recent Government initiative to get all homes in the UK a internet connection of at least 2Mbps doesn’t even compare.

The network has stated that other highly populated areas will be next for the upgrade as the network continues to invest highly into its infrastructure.

Benefits and Usage of Mobile Phones

thehumanmanual — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 01:08:07 +0000

Mobile phones are integral to a huge pallet of people from different social backgrounds and with different daily needs. Recent studies have shown that in these times of economic crises we`re more likely to sacrifice spending in other areas before we cut back our mobile budgets, leaving food as the only commodity we consider more important for our pennies. This is perhaps why the UK has more active mobile phones than it has citizens and why the mobile phone market is always evolving to slake our thirst for the latest and greatest in pocket sized technology. Let`s look at the main essential functions that mobiles must exhibit to be competitive today and what people use their mobiles for.

Calls, Texts and MMS

Of course most people want their phone to perform the first two functions and perform them well. With ever increasing battery life and falling call costs it`s getting easier and cheaper to make as many calls and send as many text messages from your mobile as you can. Picture messaging (MMS) is also growing as more people want to share their snaps with friends and family and as a result the costs are also falling in this area. Most modern phones will allow all three of the above functions, but bear in mind that only the latest version of Apple`s hugely popular iPhone is capable of picture messaging, so it`s not universal.

Mobile Internet

Since the dawn of 3G networks, people have been given faster, cheaper access to the internet on their mobiles. Costs vary and for some people getting online whilst mobile can prove very expensive, but for frequent surfers there are plenty of tariffs designed to keep costs down. The speed of your mobile internet is dependent on the power of your phone, the capabilities of your provider`s 3G networks and whether you`ve got enough 3G reception where you`re trying to access the internet. As a result it`s essential that you check up on the details before you commit to a contract, especially since loads of mobile content, applications, music and movies are now available for you to download whilst you`re out and about.

Connectivity

Modern mobile phone handsets will need a few basic aspects of connectivity to make sure they conform to current standards. First off you`ll need to look out for Bluetooth connectivity, which is essential for connecting wireless peripherals to your phone, or for transferring data between your phone and anther Bluetooth device. This is mostly employed by people to connect hands free headsets or ear pieces for making and receiving calls whilst they`re driving or busy. Another modern extra that many will desire is Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to connect to the internet via a Wireless network rather than spending money and using 3G. Some mobile phones also have GPS sat nav built in and though this is far from essential it will enable you to access detailed information on your location and surrounding attractions and amenities when travelling.