Cell Phone Etiquette , Mobile Phone Manners, Mobile phone Etiquette

Cell-phone etiquette is really just common courtesy.
Most people today have a Mobile phone.
In fact, many people can't imagine how they ever got along without a portable phone.
However, many people also complain about cell phone users.
People complain about other people loudly discussing personal matters in public places.
They complain when cell phones ring in movie theaters and concert halls.

They complain about people driving too slow,
and not paying attention to where they are going because they are talking on a cell phone.
And they complain about people walking around
talking to people who aren't there.

Whenever a new communications technology becomes popular,
it changes the way society is organized.
Society has to invent rules for the polite way to use the new devices.
Our social etiquette, our rules of politeness for cell phones, is still evolving.

Cell-phone etiquette apply to most public places.
Always try to keep your phone ringer as low as possible or put your mobile phone on vibrate,
so it does not distract the people around you.

A good time to leave your phone at home, or at least in the car,
would be at a funeral, wedding or some event along those lines.

Basic Cell phone etiquette rules include :

Switching it Off : Know when to turn it off or vibrate it.
eg meetings, movies, worship, seminars, etc .

Vibrate mode when in places where you can take a call,
but don't want to disturb others.

Be Brief : When you get a call and you're with friends, keep the call short.

Permission : Often, it is correct etiquette to inform others at the beginning
of the meeting that you are expecting an important call and get their permission.

Be Polite : Don't scream : speak in a lower-than-normal voice,
you will be heard by the caller, and not others in the room

Don't Distract : Avoid talking where you may be distracting to others.

Driving : It is not only very dangerous, but also unlawful in most countries ( even India )
to drive & talk on your cell Phone

Nokia 888 communicator concept phone..

In a few years, we may all be wearing our phones on our wrists, not around our ears. That’s the promise of the Nokia 888 communicator concept phone, which is gaining recognition in global design and communications industry journals. Created by Tamer Nakisci, a Turkish student, for the Nokia Benelux Open Design Awards, this phone offers a malleable interface that can be bent, twisted and wrapped into different shapes like a wristband.The bracelet-like 888 is envisioned to use a liquid battery, feature speech recognition, a flexible touch screen, and a touch sensitive body cover. A video showing off the device's potential features shows off close to a dozen functions, including an alarm clock, PDA, GPS, phone, push email receiver, digital wallet and, of course, jewelry.

Plus, its simple programmable body mechanism can change forms for different situations.

Nokia 6555 – an elegant 3G clamshell

Nokia 6555 – an elegant 3G clamshell

A unique "smoothback" design, which eliminates the sharp edge found at the hinge of most conventional folding phones, makes the Nokia 6555 phone both comfortable to hold.
Staying in contact with friends and family through voice calls, text and photo messages is made easy with included push-to-talk functionality, an integrated instant message client and a built-in 1.3-megapixel camera and video recorder to capture and share special moments. Bluetooth technology makes it convenient to connect to PCs, wireless headsets and speakers, as well as an increasing number of vehicles that come with built-in wireless hands-free capability. The analog clock standby mode adds an additional touch of elegance to the Nokia 6555 phone's design.

The handset is planned to hit the shelves within next month at an estimated retail price of Rs.10,000-12,000 in at least four different color combos.

Keep your symbian phone fast and efficient

How to keep your symbian phone fast and efficient

Here are some tips that will help you make Symbian mobile fast and more efficient than ever. These are very small steps that will help you in keeping your mobile safely also.

1. The first tip is always take backups of your Symbian phone on your memory card as well as on PC.

2. Always use the default theme of ur Symbian phone , this will make your phone as speedy as possible.

3. try not to use the red button to exit applications as it results is hanging and restarting, because the applications are open in backgrond you can check the applications that are open in background by pressing the menu key for 2 sec & to exit any application that is open in background press the c key.

4. try to switch off your phone for at least one hour in a day, in night you can do so, after all its a machine and i think machine also needs rest.

5. Use file explorer to delete unwanted files that still remains on your phone after uninstalling any application but make sure to delete only unnecessary file , else it could result in damage of ur OS.

6. Try to keep phone memory free use memory card for installing any application or for any other data storing & also keep ur memory card atleast 10 mb free , this will speed up ur phone.

7. Always charge your phone batteries when the phone shows battery low status to get maximum output from your phone battery.

8. Use Anti virus like Simworks which take very less space to keep ur device virus free .

9. Update your phone’s firmware regularly from nokia care centers so that in the newer versions of firmwares there is less chance for software bugs.

10. Always keep your Bluetooth off unless its needed , it can catch some virus from some other device. and also will slow up your phone.

sony ericsson W61Oi

sony ericsson W61Oi The W610i is another candy-bar-style mobile phone in the Walkman series from Sony Ericsson. The W610i is available in two colour schemes: fancy Plush Orange (black and orange) and the more traditional Satin Black (black and white). Our review sample was the plush orange model and we immediately fell in love with the stylish design. It has a black front with the small shaped silver buttons, an orange back and rounded edges -- a true eye catcher.

The W610i measures 102mm by 46mm by 14mm and weighs 85 grams, almost identical dimensions to its predecessor, the W660i. The display is a 176 x 220-pixel TFT screen with 262K colours, and can easily be read in sunlight.

Sony Ericsson has gotten rid of the joystick for navigating through the main functions. Instead, the W610i employs a stylish silver navigation key. To its left and right are two similarly designed semi-circles for shortcuts. Four buttons above the numerical keypad allow you to program your own shortcuts for common functions such as contacts, alarm clock, inbox and calendar. The left circle activates the Walkman music player and the right circle brings you to the Activity Menu, which gives you direct access to missed calls, new messages, appointments, running applications and the Web browser. Down the side of the phone are shortcuts for playlists and to activate the camera.

Unfortunately the biggest drawback of the W610i is its numerical keys, which are very tiny dash-like silver buttons. Granted, they look good, but that's about it. The buttons are too close to each other and make typing text messages quickly quite difficult -- at least if you have adult-sized thumbs. Somehow you get used to using the keypad with the side of your thumbs, but we still had to use the delete button often.

Performance The sound quality and the MegaBass feature lived up to the high standard we expected from Sony. The ear plugs on the headphones manage to block out ambient noise and contain the sound, meaning you won't force fellow passengers on the train to listen to your music.

The W610i's battery life is excellent.

nokia N 82 - Imaging King

Nokia N82
The Nokia N82 specs include HSDPA with video calls and quad-band GSM support. The 100MB of integrated memory is complemented by the microSD memory slot. The 2.4" 16M color QVGA TFT display is not as large as the one of Nokia N95 however we feel that the N82 will be a strong contender to the N95 flagship.The Nokia N82 is pretty much identical in hardware to the N95. It has 5 megapixel autofocus camera with Carl Zeiss optics, it can capture 30fps MPEG4 videos at VGA resolution, and has a TV-out port to watch those on your TV set. You also have A-GPS that works with Nokia Maps. Compatibility with third-party software is not confirmed yet. The N82 however flaunts a xenon flash which is a first for Nokia but a really popular feature among users and again, there's the screen auto-rotation.Nokia N82 subsidies with a 2GB memory card included, which seems like a rather reasonable price tag for all that massive functionality.Price-around Rs.25000-32000.

sony ericsson K66Oi - Online everywhere

K66Oi - Online everywhere

Get online and let the news and entertainment you want come to you. One-press Web shortcuts to favorite Web sites, fast access - the K660i has it all.

News updates on your screen

Access the latest news directly from the K660i screen. The RSS desktop widgets are always on display, bringing the news straight to your phone.

Horizontal Web browsing

Browse the Web in landscape mode, and enjoy the convenience of the keypad Web shortcuts. Zoom, home, favorites and text input are right under your thumb.

Find your way

Write where you are and where you’re going and the K660i will take you there. To complete the K660i Web experience, your phone has maps and navigation services.

3G

Quick and easy access to broadband Internet. Say hello to video calls, audio and video streaming, Internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go.

PictBridge - print straight from your phone

Skip the computer and photo editing software. Just connect your phone to a printer, choose an image and print.

HSDPA – serious download speed

Enjoy the mobile Internet at broadband-like speed in your phone. Download large files and email attachments in a snap. Get Web sites and news feeds to your screen in seconds. HSDPA takes 3G a step further.

Price-Around Rs.12000-15000

sony ericson W38Oi - Tuned in to your feelings

W38Oi - Tuned in to your feelings

Easy-touch music controls and current track information on the outside. Then flip this sleek clamshell Walkman® phone open and let the inside inspire you.

Made for music - Walkman® on top

The W380i reacts to the touch of your fingertips. Music buttons on the outside of your phone let you play, pause and skip track. And when you want to listen to radio, just tune in.

Gesture control

Let your hands call the shots. Simply move your hand above the W380i to mute an incoming call or put the alarm clock on snooze. Enjoy the magic of gesture control - control your W380i without touching it.

Memories shared

Make your memories accessible. Snap pictures with the W380i camera. Publish on your blog in an instant. Or simply share your images via a picture messsage.

MegaBass™

Enhanced bass frequencies for a superior listening experience.

Key lock on the outside

Music buttons on the outside - what if you touch them by accident, and the music starts when you don't want it? No worries. Even the key lock is designed to make using the W380i a smooth operation. Simply flick to open.

price-around Rs.7,000-10,000.

sony ericsson W 89Oi - Play it ur way

W 89Oi - Play it ur way

It's your music. So have it your way: SensMe™ lets you create playlists based on mood. When you want new songs for your phone, just click the PlayNow™ icon, pre-listen and buy.

Music intelligence

Tune in the W890i FM radio to your favourite station. Hear something you like, but don't recognise? Identify the artist in a snap with TrackID™.

Stylish and fast

Soft, curved edges, metal finish - the slim W890i oozes elegance. Use this stylish phone to get online. With turbo 3G, your Web connection is fast.

Thin elegance, full-fledged Walkman®

Thin as a CD case and dressed up for grand openings. And this beauty has brains too - on the W890i inside, you find a Walkman® player, turbo 3G and a 3.2 megapixel auto focus camera. W890i is coming soon.

Take better pictures with your camera phone

Although mobile-phone pictures can't match the quality of those taken by real digital cameras, often your phone's camera is the only one handy for important photo opportunities. Here are a few simple techniques for improving image quality.

Keep your subject close: Mobile-phone camera lenses can capture details in a wide area but not a deep one. If your subject is too far away, it will appear small and indistinct. It's best if you keep your subject within one metre of the camera.

Avoid backlighting: Before snapping a picture, think about where your light source is coming from. When the light source is behind your subject, the subject will often appear too dark, almost like a silhouette. Whenever possible, stand with the light behind you, not behind your subject.

Avoid low light: Camera phones have difficulty capturing details in low-light environments. Taking pictures in bright environments provides a faster shutter speed and more depth of field. If you must take photos in low light, hold the camera as still as possible; the camera will compensate for the low light by slowing the shutter speed, so if you move the phone while you shoot, the image may come out blurry.

Samsung F3OO Dual Sided Cell Phone

Imagine marvelling at the world's first dual-faced music phone

Dual FaceBoth a phone and an MP3 player integrated and separate at the same time. One side features a compact mobile phone with a 3.5cm 65K TFT Sub LCD display. Flip it over to reveal an MP3 player with a 5.6cm 262K TFT LCD display. Surprising eye-catching design appeals to trendsetters, one device for mobile users who are true music buffs

Camera

2 MP built-in camera with 4X Digital Zoom takes high quality photographs ; No need to carry a separate digital camera; you'll always be prepared for photo opportunities ; Various picture taking modes and effects available including Self Shot , Timer Shot , NightMode , and Framing , View your photos while listening to your tunes an instant music video for your music

Experience the best of both worlds with the sensational Samsung F300 mobile phone. From one side, the F300 exudes a sleek and sophisticated appeal as a new age communication device. Flip it around and you have a hip and cool Music Player for grooving on-the-go. Loaded with cutting-edge music technologies like Bang & Olufsen's ICEpower® Technology, and innovations like its 4 Way Sweeping UI touch keypad, the F300 ensures an soul stirring music experience with matchless convenience and functionality

price-Rs 17,069

Motorola P790 Portable Power

Motorola P790 Portable Power

Motorola's P790 portable charger looks like a mini version of the PEBL V6, sharing its rubberised body and oval design. Dubbed "Portable Power", the device is a mobile power source that lets you recharge your mobile phone or Bluetooth headset without having to find a place to plug in a standard wall charger.

Available in six colours (black, purple, blue, green, pink and orange), the stylish unit measures 51.4 by 23.7 by 51.4mm and weighs 79 grams -- svelte enough to fit easily into your bag. It works with most mini-USB compatible phones and PDAs including those from Nokia, BlackBerry, SDA and Q-tech, as well as Motorola, and Bluetooth v1.2 audio devices.

The GOOD - Wireless , compact design , Works with brands other than Motorola

The BAD - Compatible with mini - USB devices only , Needs wall charger to recharge

price Rs.1850 approx(excluding tax).

Get the most out of your mobile phone battery

Get the most out of your mobile phone battery

You can't run from the beep of impending doom. Anyone who's used a mobile phone for any length of time has experienced the low-battery warning. All too often, you hear that sound in the middle of a conversation. Prevention is the best medicine, so make sure you charge your phone every night and before you hit the road. But there's also an emergency cure or two.

Carry an extra battery: If you spend a lot of time out and about during business trips, you may not have a way to recharge your phone during the day. It's also a good idea to keep your extra battery in a protective case (even a plastic sandwich bag) so that there's no risk of the exposed connectors shorting out on coins or other metal objects.

Limit your camera and video use: Your handset's camera or videocam features may be fun and perhaps even useful, but they're also a heavy drain on your battery.

Buy a battery booster: Sometimes there's just no way around getting caught with a dying battery, but you do have one emergency option: a battery booster. Think of it as a spare tire for your phone. These products plug into the bottom of your phone and provide you with about an hour of talk time (or 60 hours of standby time). Motorola's Portable Power, for instance, works with most mini-USB-compatible phones.

RAZR2 V8 Luxury edition

Motorola debuts RAZR2 V8 Luxury edition
The Motorola RAZR2 sports a new outfit for this holiday season, with a limited series of handsets coming with a gold-plated body and soft snake-skin-like back. The new bling-bling style would most definitely magnetize the latest fashion.

The Motorola RAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition has the same functionality as the original Moto RAZR2 V8,but just as a spoiler, we would mention the slim 12.05 mm body and the main 2.2" QVGA TFT display, as well as the external 2" QVGA TFT display with touch sensitive keys. A 2 megapixel camera, stereo Bluetooth and up to 2GB of integrated memory complete the set of features. Unfortunately, there is no 3G or HSDPA support, nor memory card slot.

The device has some stunning accessories though, such as the Motorola H680 Bluetooth headset with 18 carat gold-plated accents and a matching patent leather carrying case.

The Motorola RAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition is expected to start shipping just before the holiday shopping, but there is no pricing information yet.

Motorola U9

Motorola U9-music-oriented

MOTO U9 will formally belong to neither the ROKR nor the PEBL series.

The stylish clamshell measures only 90mm x 48.6mm x 16.4mm with a volume of 57.8 cc, and weighs the mere 87.5 g. It has an internal 2" QVGA 262k display and an external 1.45" 65K-color OLED one with a resolution of 128 x 160. The latter does look borderless, as the manufacturer claims, and touch sensitive keys appear at its bottom when the music player is activated. It goes without saying that it supports Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP profile for listening to music on a stereo bluetooth headset, and a USB 2.0 port for fast data transfers. The camera of MOTO U9 is a 2 megapixel one, sporting video recording. The internal memory of the quad-band device is 25MB but that can be expanded through the microSD card slot, which supports cards with capacity of up to 4GB. Another added gain of the new MOTO is the CrystalTalk technology, which Motorola claims should ensure better talk clarity even in noisy environment. Judging by the official photos, the unique feature of the PEBL U6 - the dual-hinge mechanism used for opening and closing has been abandoned, and is now replaced by a more traditional solution.

Samsung announced its first SGH-i550 GPS smartphone based on Symbian

Samsung SGH-i550 GPS smartphone

Samsung announced its first GPS navigator equipped smartphone ‘SGH-i550’ during Symbian Smartphone Show in London.

Samsung given i550 a candy bar-type design and its comes out with the latest Symbian OS™ v9.2 and S60 3rd Edition, From the Feature Pack 1 we can download thousands of applications from the S60 applications library and have access to their favorites by using dedicated hot keys. The GPS navigator helps us while driving with a voice activated turn-by-turn guidance.

Samsung i550 features includes HSDPA 3.6 Mbps, 128 MB RAM, 2.6-inch LCD display, 3.2 M ega pixel camera,150MB of on inbuilt memory and an FM radio. It will be available from November 2007.

Spy with mobile

Spy with mobile

There is one simple trick by which you can spy on your opposition . yes if your mobile has facility of Automatic answer reply than you can do this with in few seconds . So if you want to hear what your boss or other are talking about you just follow simple trick .

First activate your automatic answer reply in your headset profile and mute the voice of incoming call and also remove vibration from it . Now after doing all this leave your phone near them beside and just walk away outside , now make call to our phone it will not make song because you have muted it and receive your call automatically with the help of automatic answer reply . No one will come to know that your are hearing them through that phone . Keep your back lights also off or other wise they will catch you .

Unlock or Hack memory card

Some times it happens that you forgot the password of your MMC card and you have lots of your important data in your phone.

So there are two types of methods for recovering the password of your memory card with the help of nokia phone.

For Nokia s60 and s40 1st and 2nd edition phones.
1. First Install FExplorer in your phone memory.
2. Got to drive C: , you will find a file called mmcstore
3. Send it to your pc directly and open it in notepad or rename the file.
4. At the end of the file you will find your password.

For Nokia S60 3rd Phones, Nokia N-Series and Nokia E-Series
There is almost no way yet known to hack the memory card password in case of these types of phone but there is a way to do it some of the s60 3rd edition phones and almost all the E-series phones.
The remote lock option in E-Series phone allws you to unlock your phone by sending a sms.
The only thing you have to do is to activate this feature by going to Tools Settings Security Phone and SIM Allow remote lock menu. The password of your memory card will be your remote lock message.
So you have to just send a sms containing your remote lock message that will automatically change your memory card passsword.