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Mobile broadband help service launched by O2
Posted: 3 July 2009
O2 customers now have more options available to them should they run into trouble with their mobile broadband.
The network announced the launch of a new service today that will provide advice and support for the company's line of dongles as well as its various internet packages.
O2 Tech Support is a telephone-based provision that allows laptop users access to expert technical services that it hopes will give peace of mind for all aspects of issues relating to advanced web connection.
It explained this could cover dealing with viruses, software problems, home entertainment and CCTV systems.
Jonathan Earle, head of pay monthly at O2, said: "We have listened to what our custo ...
Nokia 'supporting mobile navigation growth'
Posted: 3 July 2009
Consumers across Europe and Russia are turning to Nokia as the trusted brand for GPS-enabled mobile phones, it has been suggested.
A new study conducted by Frost & Sullivan found that the manufacturer is the number one choice for mobile navigation services in both regions - which it adds is a rapidly expanding market.
Researchers found over 30 million handsets equipped with geographical software onboard were shipped during 2008 - a figure expected to rise to 80 million by the end of next year.
N Praveen Chandrasekar, program manager of telematics and infotainment at Frost & Sullivan, said the Finnish manufacturer was one company that had shone in the report.
He expl ...
Vodafone boosts retailer partnerships
Posted: 3 July 2009
Vodafone has extended some of its partnerships with its high street retailers, which it claimed will give more choice to consumers.
The network announced this week that it will continue to work with both the Carphonewarehouse and Phones4U in providing the best available tariffs and handset offers it can.
It noted that from July 7th, visitors to outlets in the latter chain of stores will be able to take advantage of new pay monthly contracts and mobile broadband packages.
This is in addition to the pay-as-you-go mobiles and upgrade facilities currently available from the retailer.
Ian Shepherd, consumer director at Vodafone UK, said the carrier was keen to take advantage of ...
European savings for Vodafone users
Posted: 2 July 2009
Vodafone users have been offered a new deal that could make using their mobile phones abroad cheaper.
The network said that as part of its Passport offering, up to 2.5 million of its customers could now travel to a host of European nations knowing they have access to better value calls, texts and picture messages.
For £4.99 per day, consumers can access the web with their handsets and utilise anything up to 25 MB of data. Lighter users will be charged on a per KB rate instead as long as within the 1 MB limit.
Vodafone noted this means sending or receiving a quick email while visiting an EU destination could cost people about 50p, adding its mobile broadband users can also expect a ...
New HTC business phone comes to Orange
Posted: 2 July 2009
Orange has announced that it is to make the HTC Touch Pro2 available to its customers.
The network said this week the device could provide an ideal communications solution for its business users, as it is equipped with a number of features that many professionals will benefit from.
Among these is the Straight Talk facility - which allows the user to tap on an icon within an email that connects directly to the person who sent it via a voice call - and the Windows Mobile Professional 6.1 operating system.
In addition, a full slide-out qwerty keyboard, 3.6-inch high-resolution touch screen, MicroSD card support for up to 8 GB and an integrated media player could make the model a solid purc ...
New sim-only deals from T Mobile
Posted: 2 July 2009
T Mobile has boosted its range of sim-only deals with details of two new additions to its price plans.
It is noted the tariffs offer users the same kind of flexibility as previously, but will also provide a more tailored service suitable to different types of consumer.
Solo 12 month allows the buyer 800 minutes of calls across a thirty-day period for £20 and as part of the launch offer will include unlimited texts and web access.
For £30 per month on the same package, users can expect 1,400 minutes as well as the free SMS and mobile internet deal.
However, Solo International is geared more towards those with friends and family in other countries, allowing 200 of t ...
LG wins award for Arena interface
Posted: 1 July 2009
The user software features on the LG Arena has been singled out for a new honour, it has emerged.
It was announced this week that the 3D S-Class system had been chosen in the Product Interfaces category at the 2009 iF Communication Design Awards.
The technology was given Gold status as part of the accolade and praised for its innovative design, functionality, convenience and aesthetics.
Commenting on the announcement, LG's president and chief executive officer for mobile communications Dr Skott Ahn said the company would continue to develop such software for its customers.
"Through recognition from this prestigious organisation, LG has once again proven its design expe ...
Mobile users 'turn to handsets for news'
Posted: 1 July 2009
A new study suggests more people are turning to their mobile phones for breaking news than ever before.
The study, published by 3 Mobile this week, said the announcement of the death of global pop legend Michael Jackson was one particular time in which handsets were being utilised as a key source of information.
It was noted that the network saw "a record number of hits" on its Planet 3 mobile web portal with clicks on a link dedicated to the story receiving more than any other before.
David Kerrigan, head of internet services at 3 Mobile UK, said it was this type of data that reflected the current level of reliance people have on their devices for instant news.
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Family savings with new T Mobile add on
Posted: 1 July 2009
T Mobile has announced the launch of a new option it claims will cut call charges for friends and loved ones.
It noted the Family Booster add-on provides up to five family members access to unlimited calls, texts and picture messages to each other at an extra cost of £5 to just one member of the group.
This needs to be applied to the existing contract or pay-as-you-go tariff and works on a one-month rolling basis so no long-term commitment is required.
In addition, individuals can be involved in more than one plan - meaning there is more opportunity to save.
Steve Mitchell, head of pay monthly at T Mobile, said: "Whether it's your daughter ringing for a lift after s ...
Carphonewarehouse moves closer to Tiscali purchase
Posted: 30 June 2009
The acquisition of Tiscali UK by the Carphonewarehouse has taken one step closer to completion as it emerged the European Commission has approved the move.
It was noted European Union merger regulations show that by purchasing the broadband services provider, the group - which already owns TalkTalk - would not threaten to monopolise the sector.
Currently, Tiscali provides consumers across the nation with fixed-line telephone, internet and digital TV services to both business and domestic users, whereas the Carphonewarehouse is primarily involved in the retail sector.
It was found the firm would become a much bigger player in the industry as a result of the acquisition but "would ...
