Blackberry User Tools For Mac

Blackberry PDA devices can be used with Mac.

Blackberry PDA devices are used by wireless customers from corporate users to teenagers around the world. They are not known for being able to communicate with Mac computers, but that is a misconception. With the right software you can easily manage your email, contacts and device programs via a Mac computer.

Entourage

Entourage is the equivalent to Microsoft's Outlook program. It allows users to receive email to their computers and also allows users to sync their Blackberry address information in the same manner as Outlook does. This program is included on all Mac operating systems such as Leopard.

Pocket Mac

Pocket Mac software is the equivalent to the Desktop Manager software that is included with the Blackberry when you purchase the device. The Desktop Manager software only works on Windows-equipped computers. Pocket Mac allows a user to back up email and contacts to Entourage. It also allows you to sync your calendar, appointments, pictures, third-party applications and music.

iCal

iCal will interface with your Blackberry and allow you to sync important calendar appointments as well as integration of appointment reminders. This is important because this is a feature that Entourage does not have. However, just as Entourage is included in the Mac operating system, so is the iCal software.

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Download Adobe Flash Player 10 1 To An Htc Evo

The HTC EVO 4G features Google's Android mobile operating system.

Adobe's Flash Player powers content ranging from games to video on the Internet. As of the date of publication, Flash 10.1 has been replaced by Flash 10.3 on Android, but you can still take advantage of the latest Flash functionality on your HTC EVO 4G smartphone by downloading Flash Player through the Android Market, then watch and play Flash content through your phone's Web browser.

Instructions

1. Open the "Market" application on your phone. The icon for the Market app features a shopping bag with the Android logo.

2. Press the magnifying glass on the upper right-hand corner of the screen and search for "Flash Player."

3. Click the entry labeled "Flash Player."

4. Press the "Install" button on the upper right-hand corner of the screen. This displays the program's permissions and turns the "Install" button to an "OK" button.

5. Press "OK" to begin downloading Flash Player. This opens up a download progress bar on your phone's notification bar. Flash is fully installed on your phone once the bar disappears.

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Open Iphone

The iPhone is an advanced piece of consumer technology available on today's market. The iPhone combines the technologies of cell phone, portable music player and Internet connection and browsing. The iPhone contains a multitude of tiny, electrical components allowing these applications to run simultaneously. For the technologically savvy consumer, opening the iPhone to reveal these inner components can unlock the secrets behind its engineering.

Instructions

1. Lay out your clean cloth on a table or other flat surface. This will be your workspace. A clean cloth will prevent smaller pieces from becoming soiled, which can hinder future operation of your iPhone.

2. Find the black plastic antenna cover on the back of your iPhone. Open a small blade on your pocket knife and begin to pry open the black plastic. Work from left to right along the bottom of your iPhone. The iPhone uses two snapping points along the bottom of this plastic to lock in the antenna cover. Loosen these snaps and remove the black plastic cover. Set the black plastic piece aside.

3. Loosen the screws that are revealed. These secure the larger gray metal backing on the iPhone. Set these screws aside after they have been removed.

4. Remove the gray metal backing from the iPhone. This will take some force, but be careful not to break smaller pieces in your iPhone. Use your Swiss Army knife to pry the gray metal backing away in the same manner as Step 2. Alternatively, you can use a small suction cup on the front of your iPhone to make it easier to separate the front components from the back cover.

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Change A Wheel Bearing On A Saturn Vue

The Saturn Vue employs both front and rear wheel hub bearing assemblies. These assemblies come from the factory complete with unserviceable bearings already pressed into the hub. They require no lubrication since they are sealed units. Inside the assembly is enough lubricant to provide service to the bearing for a certain amount of time. Some bearings can reach 100,000 miles or more. Changing the front or rear hub bearing assembly in the Saturn Vue requires the same procedure with a couple of subtle differences.

Instructions

1. Engage the parking brake after placing the Vue on a flat, paved surface.

2. Remove the hub cap or center cap from the tire in question if applicable.

3. Break the lug nuts loose 1/8 of a turn counterclockwise with the lug wrench. Break the spindle nut loose one full turn with the breaker bar and a 34-mm spindle nut socket for a front bearing or a 30-mm spindle nut socket for a rear bearing.

4. Lift the Vue with a car jack and place a jack stand beneath the SUV to support it. Finish removing the lug nuts and then remove the wheel.

5. Locate the caliper bracket mounting bolts on the back side of the backing plate. Use the breaker bar and appropriate size socket to break them free and then switch to a ratchet to speed up the process.

6. Gently pry the caliper assembly off of the rotor using a small pry bar. Use a length of mechanic's wire or rope to bind it to the coil spring of the suspension to avoid it from dangling from the rubber brake hose.

7. Remove the rotor from the hub flange. Finish removing the spindle nut from the spindle with a ratchet and the appropriate socket.

8. Spray the front and rear hub flanges with lubricating spray on the front and rear where the bearing retaining bolts are located. The front Vue bearings employ three retaining bolts and the rear bearings use four. Allow the penetrating lubricant time to soak in.

9. Disconnect any ABS sensor wires connected to the hub bearing assembly. If you follow the wire (if applicable), you will find where it is plugged into the harness. Be sure to disconnect it from every retaining device along its length to the plug. A new wire and plug will come with the replacement bearing assembly.

10. Remove the hub bearing retaining bolts, breaking them free with the breaker bar first and then switching to the ratchet.

11. Use the hub puller (if necessary) to pry the hub bearing assembly from the hub.

12. Clean the mating surfaces of the hub and bearing assembly with emery cloth or sandpaper. You will need to manipulate the spindle of the drive shaft to clean the top of the hub surface.

13. Install the new bearing by reversing the steps. Use the torque wrench to tighten all bolts to the recommended torque specifications. You can find these in the owners manual or in a repair manual specified for the Saturn Vue. The parts store that sold you the wheel bearing assembly can look up these specs for you at no charge.

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Find Out The Ip Address Of A Network Drive

Find Out the IP Address of a Network Drive

A network drive is a folder or drive on another device (on the same network as you) that you have assigned a drive letter to. While mapping a network drive can be done without knowing the IP address of the computer the drive is physically attached to, knowing the IP address of the computer can help you troubleshoot when you are unable to reach the network drive.

Instructions

1. Click "Start" and then "My Computer," or double-click "My Computer" if it is on your desktop.

2. Click the network drive. It will be labeled (drive's letter) on "computer name" where the drive's letter is the letter assigned and computer name is the network name of the computer that the drive is physically attached to.

3. Click "Start" and then "Run." Type "CMD" (without quotes) and then press "enter." A command window will appear.

4. Type "ping computer name" (without quotes), where computer name is the network name of the computer your drive is connected to. The screen will display "Pinging x.x.x.x..." The "x.x.x.x" will be the IP address where the network drive is located.

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Open An Iphone 2g

Open an iPhone 2G

The iPhone 2G has a metal backing that makes for a better fit than later all-plastic iPhone models', but the process of opening the 2G is different from that of later iPhones. Opening the iPhone 2G requires patience because there are a lot of interlinking parts that were discontinued in later models. Once opened, parts such as a cracked LCD screen or damaged logic board can be replaced by the owner. Opening up the iPhone 2G yourself, rather than having it done by an authorized service center, will completely void the Apple warranty.

Instructions

1. Place a soft cloth down on a table. Straighten out the paper clip. Insert the paper clip in the small hole at the top of the iPhone 2G. Push the end of the paper clip into the hole until the SIM tray begins to pop out. Pull out the SIM tray and place it aside.

2. Put the iPhone 2G face down on the soft cloth. Push in the two tabs at the edge of the black connector on the bottom using the utility knife. Push in the two tabs farther up on the black connector. Remove the black connector from the iPhone 2G's case.

3. Insert the utility knife into the bottom of the iPhone 2G between the dock connector and the antenna cover. Pry the antenna cover upward.

4. Carefully insert the utility knife into the gap between the antenna cover and the front bezel. Slide the utility knife toward one edge and go around the corner until you encounter the metal backing. Reinsert the utility knife between the antenna cover and front bezel. Slide the utility knife toward the other edge and go around the corner until you encounter the metal backing. Remove the utility knife.

5. Use the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver to remove the three screws at the bottom. Remove the rear bottom panel from the iPhone 2G.

6. Insert one end of the toothpick into the small square hole. Wiggle the toothpick to dislodge the inner rear panel. Pull the inner rear panel up. Insert the utility knife between the rear panel and the metal bottom and push up to dislodge a corner of the metal bottom. Repeat the process on the other side of the bottom.

7. Use the utility knife to pry the metal bottom up off the front of the iPhone 2G. Put the bottom case aside. Use the utility knife to pull the copper colored headphone cable off the logic board on the front of the iPhone.

8. Peel off the orange tape from around the white antenna cable on the side of the front of the iPhone. Use the utility knife to remove the two antenna cables attached to the logic board. Use the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver to remove the three screws that are now exposed near the camera module and on each side of the logic board.

9. Use the utility knife to pull the camera connection off the logic board. Remove the camera module from the front of the iPhone.

10. Insert the utility knife between the front of the iPhone and the battery. Wiggle the battery free. Lift the battery up slightly. Insert the utility knife between the front of the iPhone and the logic board at the position where the camera module was located. Wiggle the logic board free. Lift the logic board up slightly.

11. Use the utility knife to remove the two ribbon cables from the right side underneath the logic board. Use the utility knife to remove the ribbon cable from the left side underneath the logic board. Insert the utility knife beneath the black locking bar on the logic board and pry the logic board farther up from the front of the iPhone.

12. Hold onto the battery and the logic board and slide them both away from the orange antenna and out of the iPhone. Put them both down on the soft cloth.

13. Use the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver to remove the three screws holding the front bezel to the iPhone. Rotate the front of the iPhone 90 degrees and unscrew the two screws with the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver.

14. Rotate the front of the iPhone 90 degrees and unscrew the three screws with the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver.

15. Rotate the front of the iPhone 90 degrees and unscrew the two screws with the Phillips jeweler's screwdriver. Remove the front bezel from the front of the iPhone. The iPhone 2G has now been fully opened.

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Easily Install A Print Server On A Network

Connect all your computers to a printer with a print server.

Many households have multiple computers. Instead of having a separate printer connected to each computer, you can designate one printer to take care of your printing needs. This will help to save valuable space and eliminate unwanted clutter. Figuring out a way to connect multiple computers to one printer doesn't have to be a difficult task. In a few short steps, you can successfully set up a print server on your network.

Instructions

1. Purchase a printer server. Using a USB print server is easy to set up. Just connect your printer to the printer server and then connect the print server to a wireless router. You can subsequently print documents wireless from any computer connected to the network. Make sure your designated printer is turned off before you start the entire process.

2. Make your network recognize your print server. After successfully connecting the print server to your wireless router and designated printer, you will need to locate your print server's default address. Choose a static IP address that is not being currently used on your network. Determine the IP address of the networked computer you are currently using by navigating to the "Start" menu and selecting "Run." In the Run dialog, type "ipconfig/all" (without quotes) and click "OK." Your computer's IP address appears.

3. Enter the IP address of the print server in a Web browser. After using the configuration tool, you will need to change the IP address to the one that matches your network. After making the changes, save the new settings.

4. Access the "Add Printer" wizard to place your newly networked printer to your existing home network. To do so, navigate to the "Start" menu and click " Devices and Printers." Then click "Add a printer." In the "Add Printer" wizard, click "Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer." Select the desired printer and click "Next." If prompted, install the printer driver on your computer by clicking "Install driver." Follow the remaining steps to complete the process.

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Check The Original Manufacturing Date For A Nokia Bp6m Battery

The Nokia BP-6M is a lithium cellular battery compatible with various Nokia phones, such as Nokia N-series phones and 6000-series phones. The newer your Nokia BP-6M battery is the more use you can get out of it. If you have a Nokia BP-6M lithium battery you may think there is no way to tell how old it is, but all cellphone batteries contain a code on the manufacturing label that tells how old the battery is. You just need to know read it in order to find out the battery's age.

Instructions

1. Locate the 15-character alphanumeric code on the label on the bottom of the Nokia battery.

2. Locate the ninth position on the code. This letter represents the year that the battery was made. "A" represents 1990 and goes all the way to 2015, which is "Z." For example, if the letter at the ninth position is "D" then the battery was manufactured in 1993.

3. Locate the 10th and 11th positions on the code. These two letters represent the week of manufacture. "A" represents "0" and "J" represents "9." For example, if the tenth and 11th positions read, "AD," then that would represent the third week of the year. "EG," would represent the 46th week of the year.

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Unlock A Nokia 6630 Phone

The Nokia 6630 is a smartphone that came out around 2005. It was one of the first phones built for 3G networks and as such has a fast data connection with Internet capabilities. The phone comes with a bright color display, a speaker phone, MP3 player, a camera and camcorder. If you purchased the phone it probably came locked to a specific network. What this means is that if you wish to transfer to a different carrier, then you will need to get it unlocked.

Instructions

1. Type in *#06# on your phone when it is turned on. A 15-digit number should appear. This is your phone's IMEI. Write this down or leave it on the screen as you will need it later.

2. Look for a site that offers unlock codes for the Nokia 6630. A few that you can use are FoneZones, GSMLiberty and GSMUnlock (see Resources for links). As of 2010 these codes range in price from $12.99 to $29.99.

3. Choose Nokia for the make of the phone and select 6630 for the model. If necessary enter the phone service provider along with the country that it is registered in. Type in the IMEI number and click "Purchase Code."

4. Put in your credit card and PayPal details, along with a valid email address. Get your unlock code from your email. It should arrive in about 48 hours. Write down the code.

5. Turn your Nokia 6630 off and take out the battery. Replace the SIM card with one from a different mobile service provider. Put the battery back in and turn the phone back on. Your phone will ask you for the code.

6. Enter the unlock code exactly as you see them in your email. Press "OK" and wait for your phone to restart. Your phone is now unlocked.

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Install A Bluetooth To Nokia 5300

Nokia released the Xpress Music 5300 mobile phone in 2006 as a way to combine a powerful music player and a cell phone in a small, inexpensive package. The Nokia 5300 also comes with Bluetooth technology installed, so the phone can wirelessly connect to a Bluetooth headset. In order for the Bluetooth headset and the Nokia 5300 to communicate, they both have to go through a pairing process where the phone searches for the headset and establishes a connection.

Instructions

1. Push the left softkey to access the main menu. Scroll to "Settings" and push the button in the middle of the direction pad to select it. Then scroll to and select "Connectivity" and then "Bluetooth."

2. Scroll to "Bluetooth On" and select it to turn on your Bluetooth technology.

3. Put the Bluetooth headset into pairing mode. The exact process will vary depending on your model of headset. Many newer headsets go into pairing mode automatically if they do not find a connection. For older headsets, you may have to hold a button, or combination of buttons, for several seconds to get the headset into pairing mode. Check the documentation that came with your headset for specific instructions.

4. Scroll to "Paired Devices" and select it. Then press the left softkey, which will be labeled "New." A list of devices will show up on the screen.

5. Scroll to the name of the headset and press the softkey labeled "Pair." Enter "0000" when the phone requests a passcode.

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Connect A Bluetooth Handsfree Device

Connecting Bluetooth headsets to your cell phone is a simple process.

Connecting a hands-free Bluetooth device is a simple process, as long as your cell phone is Bluetooth-compatible. Once connected you may begin enjoying the many benefits Bluetooth has to offer, such as hands-free calling. This feature makes talking on the phone much more convenient for those who are always on the go, running errands, chasing kids around or just multitasking.

Instructions

1. Turn your headset to "Discover" mode, which is done by turning on the headset and pushing the "Send" button.

2. Turn your cell phone on and locate the Bluetooth options menu, which is located in a different place on different cell phones. If you have a problem finding your Bluetooth application, simply refer to your owner's manual.

3. Enable the "Discover" mode on your cell phone and wait while your phone searches for other Bluetooth devices within close range. When it locates your headset it will display the name of the headset on the screen and ask you whether or not you want to pair the devices. Allow the devices to pair.

4. Enter the code that shows up on your headset into your cell phone. Once you've entered the code you must select "Continue" to allow your phone to continue syncing with your headset. Your contact list and phone information will download to the headset, which enables Caller ID to work on your headset.

5. Begin using your new headset to make hands-free calls.

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Problems With Slide Phones

Sliding phones are popular, but can be problematic.

Mobile telephones come in a variety of styles with dozens of different features. Some cell phones flip open and others have a screen and keyboard on a flat surface. Some people prefer phones that slide (up and down or side to side). Sliding cell phones are made up of two parts that attach at a hinge to allow access the keyboard and buttons to type information. When done, you can slide the two parts back together for storage. As cool, innovative and convenient as the sliding mechanism may be, this feature also can be problematic.

Jamming

One issue that sliding phone owners may experience is a jammed sliding mechanism. This is usually a manufacturing issue. The hinge that holds both parts together either gets stuck or goes off track, making it difficult or impossible to open the phone. This malfunction can render the phone useless because you cannot access the keyboard. The owner must choose to either repair or replace the damaged unit.

Loose Sliding Mechanism

Sometimes the part of the phone that slides up and down can become loose or nearly unhinged from the rest of the phone. This problem is usually due to overuse or misuse. Pushing on or pulling the slider too hard will loosen the hinge over time. Dropping the phone repeatedly can exacerbate this issue. In a really troublesome case, the sliding part can detach itself from the base completely, rendering the phone useless.

Screen or Power Shuts Off

Another issue that is characteristic of some sliding phone models is a display or power issue when the screen slides away from the keyboard. In some cases, the screen will shut off or become distorted when it is pushed away from the base. This can happen due to stress on the connections between the LCD screen. It also could be a power supply issue or a general problem with a battery that comes loose when the user moves the slider. In extreme cases, the phone will shut down or restart every time you slide it up. This problem is the result of either a manufacturing flaw or abuse of the phone (such as dropping it often or pulling the slider too hard).

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Unlock A Nokia 6230i By Phone

Most cell phones are designed for use on a wide range of networks, both local and international. The Nokia 6230i is no exception. However, service providers tend to program the phone so that it is "locked" for exclusive use on their network. This is done in an effort to reduce the number of people who abandon their service in search of lower prices or different terms of service. This "locking" process may be undone by entering a special code, which may be obtained by simply calling the service provider.

Instructions

1. Enter *#06# on the Nokia to display the IMEI number. This number is your phone's unique code and is required to generate a valid unlock code.

2. Call your service provider's customer service number and give them your IMEI number.

3. Request the unlock code. Tell them you would like to use the phone overseas, and many will happily give you the code if your account is in good order and you have completed a certain contract minimum. Call back if the first operator is unhelpful and try again.

4. Remove the battery, then remove the SIM and turn on the phone.

5. Enter #pw+code+1# to unlock the phone. For "code," enter the number received from the customer service representative. The Nokia will display a message saying stating, "SIM Restriction Off" to verify that the code was entered properly.

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Make Free Calls On An Ipod Touch

Make calls with your iPod Touch.

Making calls on your iPod Touch is as simple as finding an appropriate headset with microphone and downloading a VOIP program such as Skype. Using the WiFi connectivity of the iPod Touch allows you to access the application (Skype in this instance) and make calls anywhere in the world for free (if they are a Skype user) or very cheaply (if you are calling a cell or land line).

Instructions

1. Plug in your headphones to the headphone jack on the iPod.

2. Plug the microphone into the sync connector at the bottom of the iPod. You'll need to purchase the microphone, as it doesn't come with the iPod. The first generation iPod Touch doesn't support an all-in-one headset and microphone option like the second generation does.

If you have a second generation (or newer) iPod, you can purchase an all-in-one headphone and microphone combo that you can simply plug into the headphone jack.

3. Download the Skype app from the iTunes App Store.

4. Sign up for a Skype account if you don't already have one (free).

5. Purchase credits from the Skype website if you wish to call land lines or mobile phones. You'll get free calls to any other Skype user and calls for as little as one cent per minute to land lines or mobile phones.

6. Click the Skype app on your iPod Touch and sign in with your login name and password.

7. Add friends to your Skype friends list to make free calls. You'll need their email addresses, or Skype login names to add them. Add friends by pressing the "+" button in the upper right corner.

8. Select the name of the contact you wish to call if she is on your Skype friends list. After clicking, you'll be faced with two options; call and SMS. Choose what you'd like to do, and Skype will make the call, or allow you to send a text message (SMS).

9. Click the "Call" button on the bottom if you'd like to make a call to a land line or mobile phone. Enter the number, and press "Call" to dial.

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Remove Google Voicemail From An Iphone

Google Voice is a free service with popular features such as voice mail.

If you signed up for Google Voice but no longer want it on your iPhone, you may find it difficult to remove because simply deleting the app won't uninstall it. Instead, you have to sign into your Google Voice account on your computer and adjust your settings, removing the iPhone from your forwarding phones. Google will display a number for you to dial and when you call it, Google Voice will deactivate on your iPhone.

Instructions

1. Open a Web browser on your computer and type "google.com/voice" (without quotes) in the navigation bar. Press the "Enter" key. You will be taken to your Google Voice inbox.

2. Click on the button with the image of a gear in the upper right corner next to your email address. In the drop-down menu, click "Voice Settings."

3. Click the "Deactivate Voicemail" option for your iPhone. A dialog box with a code appears.

4. Dial the code on your iPhone just as you would dial a phone number and then press "Call." A confirmation message will appear on your iPhone confirming that the service has been deactivated.

5. Press on the "Google Voice" icon for a few seconds to turn on Edit mode. Tap the "X" in the upper-left corner to delete the app from your iPhone.

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Sync Pc Suite & Outlook

Learn sync your Nokia PC Suite device with Microsoft Outlook.

Designed specifically for Nokia devices, the Nokia PC Suite allows you to establish a connection between your computer running a Windows operating system and your Nokia handset in order to synchronize the data between the two devices. Whether you are connecting to your computer with a USB cable or Bluetooth signal, by using PC Suite, you can send and receive music, images and software with your mobile device. Additionally, PC Suite supports the synchronization of data between your handset and Microsoft Outlook, enabling you to keep your calendars, contacts and messages on your phone in tune with those in Outlook.

Instructions

1. Run the Nokia PC Suite application. On the first window, click the button with curly blue and green arrows. This is the "Synchronize" button that will begin the synchronization process between Outlook and your handset.

2. Click the drop-down menu and select the program you want to synchronize with your device. In this case, choose "Microsoft Outlook." Click "Next."

3. Select which Outlook data files you want to synchronize with your handset and click "Next."

4. Select the time range--in the drop-down menus and text-fields--from which you want to synchronize your data. Click "Next."

5. Click the "Synchronize" button to finalize the synchronization. Your Microsoft Outlook profile data will now be synchronized with your Nokia PC Suite handset.

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Unlock A Nokia 6201 Phone

Unlocking your phone can be as easy as entering a code.

Nokia 6201 phones use SIM cards to make phone calls. Your phone may have a SIM lock on it that will not allow you to use a SIM card from another network. According to Fonezone, if your Nokia 6201 phone is SIM locked, when you put an alternative network SIM card in your phone it could show "enter correct SIM," "enter subsidy password," "wrong SIM," "incorrect SIM" or a similar message. In order to make calls with the new SIM card, you will need to get your phone unlocked.

Instructions

Unlocking Your Phone

1. Write down the IMEI number for your phone. To get the IMEI number on your Nokia 6201, press "#06#", then "Send" on your phone. The IMEI number will display. According to Foneszone, the IMEI number is what identifies your phone from all the other millions of phones and allows you to log on to mobile phone networks.

2. Purchase an unlock code. You can purchase a code at a local store, by phone or online. To find a store near you or to order online, go to the website Unlock to Talk. (See Resources.) Depending on your service provider, it could take from five minutes to 21 days to get the code. The average cost to unlock a Nokia phone is $50, as of December 2010.

3. Unlocking your phone can be as easy as entering a code.

Enter the unlock code into your phone. The unlock code comes with step-by-step instructions if you receive the code by email. If you have trouble, call the company that sold you the code for help.

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Register A Phone On Verizon

Register a Phone on Verizon

You might find a great deal on a cell phone by buying from a third party, but you are on your own when it comes to activating the phone for use on the Verizon network. You can register on the Verizon website with the ESN or MEID number from your cell phone as well as some codes from your receipt. Once you have registered, you will be able to program your phone by placing a call and accessing an automated Verizon menu.

Instructions

1. Register a new account on the Verizon Wireless website or log in to your existing account.

2. Click "Account" at the top of the page.

3. Click "Activate Phone" under "I Want To..."

4. Select whether your phone is used or new. If it's a new phone, you'll need to enter the last for digits of your Social Security number as well as the location code and order number from your receipt.

5. Choose the number that the new phone will be registered to and hit "Next."

6. Enter your Electronic Security Number (ESN) or Mobile Equipment Identifier (MEID). Both numbers will likely be listed on the label underneath your cell phone battery.

7. Choose a reason why you are switching phones and click "Finish." If you get the confirmation page, you have successfully registered your cell phone on the Verizon Wireless network.

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Activate Gps On Omnia

Activate GPS on Omnia

For many months following Verizon's launch of the Samsung Omnia in the U.S., users who wanted to take advantage of the smart phone's built-in GPS capability had to pay extra each month for an optional navigation service. In July of 2009, however, Samsung rolled out a new version of the Omnia software that fully activated the Omnia GPS, unlocking it for use by a full range of non-Verizon applications. To activate GPS on your Omnia, you can download the free software upgrade and install it on your phone.

Instructions

1. Visit the CF03 Software Upgrade web page (see References), and click on the operating system for your PC (Windows XP or Vista).

2. Click the link for the SCH-i910 Upgrade Tool.

3. Install Windows ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center (for Windows XP or Vista, respectively) if you do not already have it on your PC. A link on the Samsung page will take you to instructions for downloading and installing the application.

4. Connect your PC to your Omnia via USB cable. If the devices do not establish a standard partnership automatically, set one up.

5. Select each type of file or setting you want to back up. Then click to synchronize your devices. This will copy your files and information to your PC, so include everything you don't want to lose when the new software erases your personal data during installation.

6. Quit any other active programs, and launch the SCH-i910 User Upgrade Tool.

7. Review and accept the end user license agreement, "what you need to know" page and warning to back up your Omnia.

8. Follow the provided steps to check (and adjust, if necessary) the USB connection settings for your phone.

9. Press the Omnia reset button by inserting the stylus into the hole beside the power button. The software upgrade should begin automatically.

10. Click the "Finish" button to close the Upgrade Tool and restart your Omnia.

11. Use ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center to transfer your files and data from the PC back onto your Omnia.

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Use Gps

GPS, or Global Positioning System, is a way to navigate yourself as you drive. Rather than using map quest or one of the other software programs on your computer before your trip, you can now take your computer with you in the form of a GPS. It works off a satellite system to show you the best way to get where you need to go. Here's the basis of how it works.

Instructions

1. Put in where you are starting from. If this is a location that you will be using often, you can save it in the address book.

2. Input where you want to go. You can either type this information in or select it from your address book if it is already there. Just because you have been somewhere before doesn't mean you don't need help getting there again.

3. Calculate the route. The GPS will then ask you how you want the route calculated, for example, shortest time or shortest distance.

4. Follow the directions. A map will appear and show you which roads to take in order to reach your destination. This may take a few minutes to calculate. It is very precise. If you have also printed out directions from your computer you will probably see that there are some turns the GPS tells you to make that your computer printout doesn't show.

5. Use GPS for other things such as places to eat, places of interest and tour sights. Finding these can be challenging, but if you are a gadget person, you will do it with little effort.

6. Your Global Positioning System can also be used on your boat. You would follow the steps above in order to program it and just follow the route it tells you.

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Recover Deleted Files From A Cell Phone

Most newer cell phones come equipped with external memory cards used to store music and photos, among other things. While these memory cards are usually quite good at storing these files, occasionally files are lost. Luckily, they don't have to be permanently lost, provided you act quickly to recover the files using a free data recovery program.

Instructions

1. Download Pandora File Recovery (see Resources for link). Save it to your desktop.

2. Install Pandora by double-clicking the install file on your Desktop. Click "Next" to start the install process and "Finish" once it has completed.

3. Remove your SD memory card from your phone. If you are unsure where it is located or remove it safely, consult your cell phone's manual.

4. Insert the SD memory card into your computer's SD memory reader slot.

5. Open Pandora by going to "Start > Programs > Pandora Data Recovery".

6. Click the "Browse" tab within Pandora. Scroll down through the list and select the computer drive with your SD memory card.

7. Click the "+" icon to access folders within your SD memory card. When you find something you want to recover, right-click the file and click "recover" to begin the recovery process.

8. Click "OK" to confirm you want to recover data. Data will now be recovered from your cell phone. Then exit Pandora by clicking the red "X" icon at the top right of the screen.

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Unlock Nokia Maps For N500

Nokia N500 is a portable navigation device with a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and an integrated speaker for audible voice guidance. You don't have to purchase maps for this device; instead, you can get them for free from Nokia Ovi Store. To start using them, you have to unlock the maps first by updating the device. Nokia's website offers free updates for the device, after which you will be able to access the downloaded maps.

Instructions

1. Go to the Nokia 500 Auto Navigation Software Update webpage (see Resources). Scroll down the page and click "Download." Save this file on your computer's desktop.

2. Double-click the installer file and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation of the update wizard.

3. Connect your Nokia navigation device to the computer with the USB data cable.

4. Go to "Start" > "Programs" > "Nokia" > "Nokia 500 Auto Navigation Software Update Wizard." This will launch the onscreen instructions, which will complete the software update. Once the software updates, you will be able to access all the maps that are on the device.

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Download Full Free Games

Play free computer video games

Playing games on your computer does not have to cost a fortune. Many free games are available for download from sites such as gametop.com, myrealgames.com and funny-games.biz. These games are 100% free and you can play them as many times as you like.

Instructions

Gametop.com

1. Click "Download Free Games" from gametop.com's homepage.

2. Select the game you wish to download and click on the game's icon. As of October 2010, gametop.com offers more than 100 free full games for you to download. Choose from puzzle, sports and arcade games.

3. Click "Download Free Game" from the game's download page.

Myrealgames.com

4. Click "Download Free Games" from myrealgames.com's homepage.

5. Select the game you wish to download and click on the icon for the game. As of October 2010, myrealgames.com offers 100 free full games for you to download. Choose from strategy, adventures, puzzles and sports games.

6. Click "Go to Download Page," and then click "Download Now."

Funny-Games.biz

7. Click "Games," and then click "Free PC Games" from funny-games.biz's homepage.

8. Select the game you want from almost 1,000 free full games.

9. Click "Download Now."

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Find A Manufacturing Date For Appliances

If you're going to buy or sell an appliance, or dispose of one, you'll need to find a manufacturing date for it. For appliance disposal, you'll need to know the manufacturing date for refrigerators and freezers in particular because of the refrigerants they contain. If they were manufactured prior to 1995, they commonly contain ozone-damaging chlorofluorocarbon (CFC). Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1. Locate the model and serial number label on the appliance. Look on the back of a washer or dryer for the paper label. On a freezer or refrigerator, the label may be located on the inside, either on the liner or on the side of the door.

2. Check the model and serial number label for the manufacturing date. If there is no date, write down the model and serial numbers. They will likely be a combination of numbers and letters.

3. Visit the Appliance Age Finder website (see Resources) to find manufacturing dates for Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate and Heritage Maytag appliances. Type in the serial number and hit the "Calculate" button to find the answer. For Whirlpool appliances, visit the Appliance Aid website (see Resources) and use their Whirlpool appliance date finder.

4. Visit the Appliance 411 website and use its date code search. This site helps find a manufacturing date for appliances that were made after the 1970s or 1980s. It doesn't provide the dates for stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers or freezers that are considered to be antiques. Use the drop-down menu to select the brand, appliance type and your location. Then key in the model number and the serial number. Click on the "Date It!" button to find the manufacturing date.

5. Locate the customer service number or email address for the maker of the appliance. Look in the owner's manual or use the Anywho free phone directory (see Resources). Have the model number and serial number of the appliance handy. Call or email the company to find a manufacturing date for the appliance.

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Use A Nokia E71

The Nokia E71 is a smartphone released in July 2008. It has received several accolades and honors, including Mobile Choice Consumer Awards' 2008 Phone of the Year and the GSMA Awards' Best Mobile Handset or Device of 2009. The E71 comes equipped with many amenities, such as quick access to menus, applications and settings; music player capabilities; mobile Web Internet access; and of course, basic call functions. All of these options are relatively simple to use. With simple navigation through the phone's menu, its features and functions are just a few buttons away.

Instructions

Use Basic Phone Call Functions

1. Press and hold the "Power Key" in the upper right corner at the top of the E71. Release the key when the phone's LCD screen and keypad light up. When the phone powers on, notice the set of keys between the screen and keypad. These four keys are the main navigation keys on the phone.

2. Press the "Contacts" key, which is the second navigation key. Use the square key directly in the middle of the phone to go through the "Contacts" list. Stop at the contact you want to call and simply hit the green "Call" key to place a call from your contacts.

3. Place a call by manually keying in a phone number. Dial the number in the numeric keypad below the navigation keys. Press the green "Call" key on the left side of the keypad directly below the navigation keys to place the call.

4. Press the red "End" key on the right side to end the call. (The green and red keys also can be used to answer and end incoming calls.)

Send Text Messages

5. Press the "Home" key, which is the first key on the left side of the navigation keys. The "Home" key takes you to the E71's main menu.

6. Use the square key to navigate up and down the main menu.

7. Go to the "Messaging" folder. Select the "Menu" under Text Messaging in the Messaging folder. Select the "Communic." option, and choose "Text Message." A blank text field will appear on the LCD screen.

8. Scroll to the "To" text field. Enter the 10-digit mobile number for the text message recipient.

9. Use the phone's numeric keypad to enter the letters needed to create the text message.

10. Press the "Options" key and hit "Send" to forward the text message to the mobile number you provided.

Multimedia Usage

11. Press the "Home" key to access the main menu again.

12. Go to the "Web" icon, and the phone will redirect to the mobile browser.

13. Use the square key to navigate through the Nokia Mobile homepage. Press the middle of the square key to click on links within the Web page.

14. Press the "Go To" option to view the browser's address bar.

15. Key in the Web URL address of your choice using the main keypad. Then, press the square key to access the site.

16. Press the "End" key to close the Web browser.

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Delete Nero 9

Nero Burning ROM 9, which is part of the Nero Multimedia Suite, is a software application that allows you to burn disc images and other files to optical media, as well as to rip data from discs to your computer. If you want to delete Nero Burning ROM 9 or another Nero application from your computer, use the Nero General CleanTool utility to uninstall the application and delete the associated program files.

Instructions

1. Download the Nero General CleanTool ZIP file from the Nero website. Double-click the downloaded file to open it.

2. Click "Extract all files," check the "Show extracted files when complete" box and click "Extract."

3. Double-click the Nero General CleanTool icon in the folder that appears on your screen.

4. Check the "Nero 9" check box and click the "Clean" button. The Nero General CleanTool deletes the files associated with Nero 9 from your computer.

5. Click "Exit" when the progress bar indicates that the uninstallation is complete.

6. Open the Start menu, click the arrow button next to "Shut down" and click "Restart" to restart your computer and finish deleting Nero 9.

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Unlock A Nokia N80

Unlock a Nokia N80

By unlocking your Nokia n80, you can use your phone with any network carrier without restrictions. That way, you can avoid roaming charges if you ever need to use your cell phone abroad. For unlocking, you do not need any technical knowledge, as the procedure is pretty simple. Though there are a number of free services on the Internet that provide unlock codes, none of them guarantee accuracy, and upon entering invalid code three times, you can permanently lock the phone. Therefore, it is better to avail the services of a professional company. There are two unlock methods for Nokia N80.

Instructions

1. Get your Nokia N80's IMEI (Individual Mobile Equipment Identification) number by pressing *#06# on your phone's keypad.

2. Log on to the Internet and visit a website that provides unlock codes for Nokia n80 (see Resources).

3. Enter your cell phone's model number, IMEI number and your email address. Place the order and you will receive the unlock code for your phone within a few days. Upon entering the unlock code, you will see the message "SIM Restriction Off."

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Switch Phone Numbers In Tracfones

A TracFone is a prepaid cellular phone that allows you to purchase minutes instead of signing a long-term contract. You may think that since TracFone is a prepaid service, users don't have the option to change their phone number. However, like any other cellular carrier, TracFone has a customer service number that you can call to have your number changed for any reason.

Instructions

1. Call TracFone customer service at 800-867-7183. You will then be connected to an automated system.

2. Select your language of choice when prompted by the system.

3. Press "1" to select TracFone.

4. Press "4" for technical support. You will then be connected to a live customer service representative.

5. Give the representative the serial number for your phone. This can be found by pressing the "Menu" key, using the arrow keys to scroll down to "Prepaid" and clicking on it. A screen will open listing your serial number.

6. Give the representative your SIM card number (also listed in the "Prepaid" window).

7. Give the representative your TracFone phone number.

8. Give the representative your new zip code (if applicable).

9. Confirm that you would like to change the number, and the representative will complete the process.

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Writing Styles For Msn

MSN allows users to communicate for free online.

MSN stands for Microsoft Network. MSN is now called Windows Live Messenger. The software is free and is primarily used as a communication software. Users can chat, talk to, video conference and send files with other users. The program offers similar functionality to Skype, AIM and Yahoo Messenger.

Fonts

Much like with a word processing document, the users of MSN can change fonts. The fonts available are numerous, and include standard computer fonts such as Arial and Times New Roman, among many others. Users can change their font color, font size and script. They can even strikeout or underline. This allows the user to customize their preferred method of communication.

Emoticon

Emoticons are symbolic facial expressions created by letters and punctuation. MSN has taken this one step further by converting standard emoticons into animated graphics. Standard emoticons are :) for happy, :D for really happy and :( for sad. There are many more emoticons, and they can get quite complex.

Slang

People who commonly use online communication methods typically will truncate words, use short versions or acronyms rather than spelling them out loud. Using these types of communication styles helps convey certain emotions, as in the case of "LOL" or "Laugh Out Loud." It can also help convey an urgent message, such as "BRB" or "Be Right Back;" this is often used when the chatter is forced to deal with something away from the computer. There are a number of acronyms for online communication.

Formatting

When communicating on MSN or online chatting, users will typically develop their own communication style or method. This may or may not reflect aspects of their personality. According to researchers Leonard Shedletsky and Joan E. Aitken, almost all communication via chat is truncated -- that is, shorter than it would be in an email. Part of the reason for this is that communicating only part of an idea may be enough for the other user to understand it. If they do not, there is instant feedback. For example, one user may ask "Dinner at 8?" The other user may respond with a simple "Yes" or if they need more information they can ask for it: "Where? Who is going? Are you driving?" In an email, all the prospective questions of the recipient may need to be answered. For example, in an email the author may ask, "Dinner at 8? I am picking up Tom and Helen and then we are going to that Mexican place on 3rd and Main. Do you need a ride too?" MSN allows users to truncate their online communication.

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Connect N72 To A Pc

Direct connect a cell phone to your computer.

The Nokia N72 is a wireless cell phone that comes with a built in camera and portable music system. However, if you are looking to save the images from your phone onto a computer, or upload music from the computer onto your phone, you do need to directly connect the N72 to your computer. This is done with a standard USB connection cable and the correct driver installed on the system.

Instructions

1. Open the Internet browser and navigate to the Nokia cell phone driver download page (link provided in "Resources").

2. Click the "Download" link on the left side of the page and the driver downloads directly to the computer system.

3. Double-click the downloaded file and the driver installation wizard appears on the screen. Choose "Next" on the Nokia welcome page, then accept the end-user agreement. Leave the installation name and location as is, then select "Install" and the drivers install directly onto the computer.

4. Plug the USB data cable into the Nokia N72, then insert the other end of the cable into one of the USB ports on the computer.

5. Power on the Nokia N72 and the computer automatically detects the cell phone and connects to it.

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Get Animated Wallpaper For The Htc Hd2

The HTC HD2 is a T-Mobile-offered cell phone that runs on 3G. Animated wallpapers are a relatively new feature that is available for some smartphones. The HTC HD2 in particular can carry animated wallpapers, and when you locate one that is specifically made for the device, you can easily download it.

Instructions

1. Locate animated wallpapers on the Internet that you like. Make sure they are specifically designed for the HTC HD2 smartphone so that they will have a proper fit on your device.

2. Download the wallpaper of your choice to your computer. Depending on how it appears on the website, you may right-click on it to save it or left-click a link to download it.

3. Connect your HTC HD2 smartphone to your computer. Use the USB cable that came with your phone to do this.

4. Wait for the new small window to appear as your computer recognizes your phone as being connected. Click on the option to view files on your device and navigate to the folder where your wallpapers are stored.

5. Open a new window under "My Computer" or "Computer" to view your computer's files. Navigate to the folder where you downloaded the animated wallpapers.

6. Click on each wallpaper to highlight it. Right-click with your mouse to copy the file.

7. Right-click the folder that contains your smartphone's wallpapers and choose "Paste." Repeat the previous step and this one to copy the remaining wallpapers you saved into the folder.

8. Disconnect your smartphone from your computer. Using your phone's touch screen, navigate to your wallpapers folder. Select one of the new animated wallpapers to use.

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Transfer Ipod To Itouch

Transfer the music from your iPod to your iTouch.

Whether you have multiple music devices or just got a new iTouch, having the ability to transfer your music and media from one device to another is essential for convenience's sake. You can transfer the material from your iPod to your iTouch using a simple syncing process in your computer's music player program.

Instructions

1. Start your copy of iTunes on your computer. Connect your iPod to the computer using the included USB cable and dock.

2. Click and select the iPod from the "Device" section located on the left-hand window of the iTunes screen.

3. Select the songs and media you want to transfer to your iTouch from the list of contents on your iPod. Click the "Sync" button in the lower-right side of the screen. ITunes lets you know when the process is finished. Your songs and media are now transferred into iTunes.

4. Unplug your iPod from its dock and plug in the iTouch. Wait until the iTouch appears under the "Device" heading in the iTunes window. Select the iTouch when it shows up.

5. Select the media and songs you want to add to your iTouch from the iTunes library. The songs and media you transferred from the iPod are stored in the library. Find them and drag them to the iTouch icon. Click the "Sync" button in the lower-right corner of the iTunes window. Wait for iTunes to tell you the syncing is complete. Unplug your iTouch.

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Reset An Iphone With A Missing Pin

The iPhone gives owners the option of setting a four-digit PIN to lock the phone's screen in order to prevent others from accessing personal information on the phone. This feature, however, can backfire if you forget the code. In order to reset an iPhone with a missing PIN screen lock code, you must restore the phone using the computer with which you usually sync the device. Restoring the phone clears it to factory settings. However, iTunes automatically backs up the phone's settings each time you sync it. After the reset, you can return the phone to previous settings by syncing it again.

Instructions

1. Connect the iPhone to the computer with the iPhone's USB cable and open iTunes.

2. Click the iPhone beneath "Devices" in iTunes.

3. Click "Restore" when the "Summary" pane opens.

4. Select "Back up" if you want to create a current snapshot of the iPhone's data. If you have a backup copy, choose "Don't back up."

5. Click "Restore" when a new prompt appears.

6. Click "OK" after the iPhone restores.

7. Follow the on-screen iTunes iPhone activation steps to restore the phone to a previous backup copy.

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Find Out My Own O2 Mobile Number If The Phone Has No Credit

Find Out My Own O2 Mobile Number If the Phone Has No Credit

One of your first orders of business upon activating a new wireless handset is learning your new phone number. If you live in the UK and use O2 as your wireless provider, there are several options at your disposal to help you find your phone number--even if you have no calling credit in your O2 account.

Instructions

1. Call O2 customer service and ask the representative to tell you your number. Even if you don't have mobile credit, you can still make calls to official O2 numbers. Dial 4445 from your phone to be connected to customer service.

2. Sign in to your O2 account online to access your phone number online. Click the first link in the Resources section to access the login page, for which you will need the user name and password you established when you set up your O2 account.

3. Consult any old O2 bills or documents you've received in the mail to find your mobile number. The specific location of the number will vary, depending on the document in question.

4. Ask any friends whom you called when the phone did have credit to peruse their phone books and/or "Received Calls" list to locate your number for you. If you called anyone with a cell phone or "Caller ID" service on a landline, they may have your number saved.

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What Is Nero Sipps

Nero SIPPS allows users to make voice calls.

Self-described as "the Internet phone solution," Nero SIPPS offers voice calling over the Internet. SIPPS comes in two versions, with a variety of calling features available for both.

Features

SIPPS includes support for webcams and video conferencing, both with a limit of three parties per conversation. SIPPS can record calls, call other SIPPS users or call traditional phone numbers. It can keep track of contacts, send text messages and it includes a voice mail feature for recording messages.

Versions

SIPPS comes in two versions, a fully featured retail version and a free version with a reduced feature set. The free version allows only voice calls between other SIPPS users and lacks most other features of the full version.

Types of Calls

Both the free version and the retail product allow users to place calls to other SIPPS users for no charge, as long as the computer has an Internet connection. Placing calls from SIPPS to a traditional phone requires a monthly subscription fee.

Availability

The Nero website no longer offers SIPPS for sale, though online retailers still provide boxed copies. Mirror websites also host download links for the free version.

System Requirements

SIPPS requires a computer running Windows 2000 or later, in addition to DirectX 9 or newer. Other requirements include a 400 Mhz processor, 128 MB of RAM, 40 MB of free hard drive space, 64 MB of video memory and an Internet connection. Sending and receiving calls also requires a sound card, microphone and a headset or speaker system. SIPPS works with USB webcams.

Alternatives

Other Internet calling programs offer features similar to SIPPS. Skype and Gizmo5 both allow free calls between other users of the software, with additional calling options for fees. Other programs, such as Ventrilo and Teamspeak, do not support calls to traditional phones.

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Tether A Verizon Tour Phone

You can tether your Verizon Tour BlackBerry using VZ Access Manager.

Like all modern BlackBerry phones, the Verizon Tour can be used for tethering as a modem to connect a computer to the Internet. Using the phone as a modem will allow you to connect to the Internet in areas that do not have Wi-Fi. You can connect with either USB or Bluetooth, using the VZ Access Manager software. It is supplied on a disc that comes with the phone, or you can download the latest version from the Internet off the Verizon Wireless website.

Instructions

1. Browse to the VZ Access Manager link in the Resources section on the computer you want to tether the phone with and click the "Download Now" button.

2. Scroll down to the "PDA / Advanced Devices" section and find the Tour on the list of BlackBerry devices. Click the link under your Windows operating system.

3. Click the "Download Now" button and save the file to your desktop. Run the file by double-clicking on it. The setup process will start automatically.

4. Follow the prompts for selecting your phone and the type of connection you wish to use, either USB or Bluetooth.

5. Connect using the "Connect WWAN" button once the setup is finished to connect the computer to the Internet.

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Use The Real Player On My Nokia N95

The Nokia N95's RealPlayer application allows you to view movies recorded to your phone, as well as access multimedia content from the Internet via WLAN or 3G connectivity. The Real Player is user-friendly, so the average Nokia N95 user can use it easily.

Instructions

1. Press the "Menu" key from the main screen of the Nokia N95. Select "Application" and then choose "Media." Scroll to "Real Player" to launch the application.

2. Select "Options" and then choose "Open" to select a media file from either "Most Recent Clips" or "Saved Clips." Scroll to a desired media file and then press the "Play/Pause" key to play the file. Press the same button again to pause the playing clip.

3. Choose "Options" from the Real Player main menu and select "Settings." Select "Video" to manually adjust the contrast of video clips to suit your viewing preference.

4. Select "Repeat" from the video settings menu to set Real Player to repeat clips automatically after each play.

5. Select the streaming option from the "Settings" menu to either manually set and use a proxy server or use a default access point to stream or download media contents over the WLAN or 3G network.

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Download Ring Tones For A Cell Phone

The most common form of cell phone ringtone is the MP3 ringtone.

Most cell phones allow you to purchase and download ringtones, which can then be assigned to someone in your contact list. Whenever that particular person calls you on your cell phone, the ringtone assigned to them will play. In general, the most common way to get ringtones on your cell phone is to purchase and download them directly from your cell phone provider's official store. This insures that they will work on your cell phone, as some phones are incapable of playing back certain types of ringtone files.

Instructions

1. Use your cell phone to connect to your service provider's online store. To do this, in general there will be a shortcut either on your main screen (for smartphones) or within the menu for older cell phones. Find and click on the shortcut. Consult your owner's manual if you can't find it.

2. Search for the ringtone you want to download. You can usually search by song or by artist. Note that not every song will be available as a ringtone. You can also browse various categories, such as "Comedy" and "Sports" if you're looking for a non-traditional ringtone.

3. Select the ringtone you want to download. Usually this will take you to a new screen, detailing the size of the ringtone file and the cost. Accept the cost and click "Save." The ringtone will download to your cell phone and you'll be able to assign it to whomever you wish.

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Call International Mobile Numbers

Working out make an international call to a mobile phone number can involve a few details. Whether the phone you are calling is a domestic phone that someone is simply traveling abroad with or if it is indeed a true international call to an international phone number changes how you will make an international call. You may need to take additional charges into consideration, so make sure to check your service provider's rate plans.

Instructions

1. Determine what type of phone you are calling from. If you are placing your call using a U.S. domestic landline phone, the charges for an international call may be much different than those made with domestic U.S. cellular phone plans.

2. Write down the phone number you need to call. If this is an international origin phone number, write down the country name as well.

3. Open your Internet browser and navigate to a country code database. Check that the country code you have is correct for that phone number. You may also contact your phone service provider for this information.

4. Pick up your phone and listen for the dial tone. If you are unsure about dialing the call, you can ask your landline operator to connect your call for you, although a fee may be assessed for this service.

5. Dial the U.S. exit code 011 and complete by dialing the country code for the phone number you are calling. Leave out the starting 0 for international numbers and continue by dial the remaining numbers after the 0 to connect. The completed dialing format is 011-country code-city code-phone number.

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Connect A N95 To The Internet

N95 is a popular smartphone developed and distributed by Nokia. Aside from texting, calling friends, taking pictures and videos, this phone also allows users to connect to the Internet whenever they need to. Nokia N95 has built-in "Wi-Fi," which means that it can detect and connect to any wireless network within range. If you have an N95 and you want to connect to the Internet wirelessly, it should be easy.

Instructions

1. Highlight the wireless network within the phone's range in the "Active Standby" mode. Press the "center key" to display the next options, and then select "Start Web Browsing." Click "Options" if you want to search for other wireless networks available. All networks within range will be displayed.

2. If the "Active Standby" mode is not activated in your N95, you can press the "menu" button (to the left of the "center" button), select "Tools," "Conn. Mgr.," and then select "Available WLAN Networks."

3. Browse through the available wireless networks and highlight the name of the network you want to connect to, and then hit "Connect." If prompted, enter the "WEP Key," or "Pass Phrase" to connect to the network. If the WEP key you enter is incorrect, you will be asked to enter it a second time. You will be prompted that you are successfully connected to a network once the connection is established.

4. Hold down the "0" (zero) button to open N95's default web browser. You may also press the "menu" button, and then select "Web" for the Web browser to open.

5. To disconnect from a network, click the button at the left of the center button, and then select "Tools." Choose "Connectivity," and then "Conn. Mgr." Under "Active Data Connections," select "WLAN connections." Hit "Options," and then "Disconnect" to close a network, or "Disconnect All" to close all networks.

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Activate A Verizon Wireless Cell Phone

There are three ways to activate a Verizon phone.

If you buy a new Verizon phone with new service, or replace your existing phone, you will need to activate your phone before you can make calls. There are three main ways of activating your phone: online, over the phone or in a Verizon store. It is a relatively straightforward process.

Instructions

1. Back up your contacts on your current phone using Backup Assistant online. Verizon charges $1.99 per month but if you sign up online you may be able to get the fee waived.

2. Turn off your old phone before you begin the activation process. This will eventually lead to the deactivation of your old phone.

3. Go to the Verizon website and follow the instructions. You will be prompted to input the information listed in "Things You'll Need." Go through the entire process until your phone is activated.

4. Contact customer service and activate your phone over the phone. If you are unable to activate your phone online, you can seek help over the phone. You need to have the appropriate customer service phone number for your area and your particular service. See a link in Resources to search for the right phone number. You will still need all the items listed above before you make the call. If you are activating a used phone, make sure you have the electronic serial number usually located on the back of the phone.

5. Go into a Verizon store. If you are unable to activate your phone online or over the phone, or if you need additional assistance, you can go the nearest Verizon store. Make sure you take along with you all the items listed in "Things You'll Need."

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Pair A Bluetooth Headset & Motorola Cellphone

Charge your headset's battery fully before you begin.

Most Motorola cellphones support Bluetooth connections and can be used with almost any wireless headset. Before you can use your headset for hands-free conversations, you will need to pair it with your Motorola phone. Pairing creates a secure connection between your phone and Bluetooth headset, allowing them to connect when they are within range. Bluetooth devices can connect over a maximum distance of about 30 feet. You should only need to pair your devices once -- your Motorola will save the headset as a trusted device.

Instructions

1. Activate pairing mode on your headset. For many headsets, this is accomplished by pressing and holding the "Power" or "Call" button for approximately five seconds, until the indicator lights flash. This step can vary slightly depending on the headset you are using -- see your user guide for details.

2. Open the menu on your Motorola phone and select "Settings." From the "Settings" menu, select "Connections."

3. Select "Bluetooth." Choose "Options," then "Search for Device." If you are prompted to activate Bluetooth, select "Yes." Your phone will begin searching for in range Bluetooth devices.

4. Select the name of your headset from the list of discovered devices. Use your keypad to enter the headset pairing passcode if prompted. This is set by the headset manufacturer and is usually "0000" or "1234." Refer to your user guide for details.

5. Press "OK." A "Pairing Complete" confirmation will display, and your phone and headset will connect automatically.

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Download Music To A Nokia 7373

Transfer music with the Nokia 7373's USB cable.

If you want to listen to your favorite songs on the go, you can download the songs to your Nokia 7373 mobile phone. The Nokia features a built-in media player that you can use to play MP3s and WAVs. You can add music to your phone with the help of equipment included with your phone's original package. When music is added from your computer, it is saved to your phone's memory card, which is accessible by the media player.

Instructions

1. Connect the Nokia 7373 mobile phone to the computer with a USB cable.

2. Click "Yes" to confirm the USB data cable is connected. Click "Data Storage."

3. Click "Start" and then select "Computer." Double-click the Nokia's icon under "Removable Devices" to open the folder for the phone.

4. Double-click "Media Card," and then open the "Music" folder.

5. Open the computer folder where the music is saved.

6. Drag each music file from the computer folder to the Nokia's open folder. Drop the file to download it to the phone's memory card. Drag and drop the remaining files you want to download.

7. Disconnect the Nokia from the computer.

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What Is A Track Phone

Marketed under the brand name TracFone and owned by a company of the same name, the TracFone mobile telephone is offered on a pre-paid plan. Many people choose to use TracFones because of the lack of a contract as well as the availability of cellular service. TracFone is the leader in wireless prepaid services in the U.S.

Coverage

TracFone pre-paid phone services offer better service than other providers because they use the towers of other carriers to create a larger coverage area. Both national and major regional carriers rent airtime to the TracFone Company, allowing TracFone users to have coverage in various areas where other cell phone users may not be covered.

Phones

TracFones are not limited to one brand and style of phone, but offer phones from many of the top cell phone manufacturers. LG, Motorola, Kyocera and Nokia phones can be programmed for use with as a TracFone. TracFone even offers popular phones like the Motorola RazR.

Bill Options

There are three way of obtaining and adding usage minutes and service days to TracFones. The Pay As You Go plan is distinguished by the need to purchase cards that add minutes and days to the TracFone. Annual and monthly plans can also be used with TracFones, but without the hassle of contracts. Annual and monthly plans are also pay-as-you-go plans but without the need to remember to purchase additional minutes and days of service.

Benefits

Along with no contracts, TracFone also offers a minute rollover feature that is beneficial to the experience of using TracFone service. If minutes are not used up before the days of service expire, the minutes will be rolled over to the next term of service. Minutes will not expire when days of service expire.

Included Features

TracFone offers many of the features offered by other cell phone providers. Voicemail, caller id and call waiting come standard on all models of TracFone phones. Other features will be specific to the phone the TracFone user purchases. Possible features include speaker phone, downloadable ring tones and Bluetooth technology.

Texting and Talking

Text messaging, or texting, may be included for free on certain services provided by TracFone. Other TracFone services may charge airtime units or talk minutes as the charge for text messages sent and received. Talk time is charged with units. Each minute spent on the line results in one used service unit. When roaming outside of the U.S., two units are typically charged per minute spent on the line.

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Make Calls From Pcs To Cellphones

If you have Internet access and a headset, you can begin calling cell phones from your PC.

With your PC you can interact with people across the world using websites that offer live video streaming and forums, as well as via email, instant messaging or through social-networking sites. Being that communicating through the Internet is increasing in popularity, websites are now offering services that allow you to call cellphones as well as landlines with your PC. If you are looking to use your PC to make calls to cellphones, there are several reputable and well-known services to consider.

Instructions

1. Visit Skype's official website and use its service to call cell phones from your PC. Skype is a popular service among Internet users who need to communicate with people worldwide. This service enables you to interact with other Skype users via voice and video calls for free. It can help you establish conference calls with three or more people, plus you can instant-message and transfer files as well. With Skype you are also able to call cell phones and landlines and you can choose to get a subscription for the lowest prices or pay as you go. To begin calling cell phones using Skype, click on the "Join" link displayed on the upper right side of the page, enter the information required and log in to your new account.

2. Open a free Gmail account and call any cell phones and landlines using its service. Hosted by Google, Gmail is a webmail provider that enables its users to make calls through its webmail interface. As of 2010, Gmail allows its U.S.-based users to call phones in the U.S. and Canada for free, both to landlines or cell phones. With this calling feature provided by Gmail, you can also call cell phones across the world as well as video chat for free with other users. You can begin using Gmail to make calls to cell phones from your PC by downloading the plugin required. When finished, you will be able to start calling from your Gmail account by clicking on the "Call phone" preference and dialing the number you wish to call.

3. Navigate to the site for Yahoo! Voice and make calls from your PC to cell phones using its services. The Yahoo! Voice service lets you call cell phones as well as landlines across the world through your PC. Yahoo! Voice gives you free PC-to-PC calls through its Yahoo! Messenger application, plus you can also get your own PC phone number if you would like your friends and family to contact you on your PC. To get started with Yahoo! Voice and make calls to cell phones from your PC, sign up for the Phone Out feature by clicking on its link displayed on the mid-right region of the page. If you do not have a Yahoo! Messenger account, get a free one by clicking on the "Get Yahoo! Messenger" link displayed beneath the Phone Out link. Once you log into your Yahoo! Messenger account, you will be able to start calling any cell phone from your PC through your Messenger interface.

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Delete Voice Mail On Straight Talk

Straight Talk is a wireless service provided by TracFone Wireless. It is a no-contract service that allows customers to purchase and use airtime without the headache of a long-term commitment. Straight Talk includes voice mail in all of its plans. If you miss a call or choose not to answer, the caller is sent automatically to voice mail and prompted to record a message. If your voice mailbox is full, you won't be able to receive any more messages. You can make room for new messages by deleting messages you no longer need

Instructions

1. Enter "*86" (without quotes) and then press "Call" or "Send" to access your voice mail. If you are using an LG420GP, LG620GP, SAT401GP, LG900G, SAT255G, STMTW418G, STSAT404G, STSAT340G, Nokia 6790 or Nokia E71, press "1" and then "Call" or "Send" to access your voice mail.

2. Press the "#" key when you hear the greeting. Enter your pass code to log in to your voice mail account.

3. Select the voice mail message that you want to play. After listening to the message, you'll be asked if you want to delete the recording. Press "7" to delete the message.

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Activate An At&T Sim Card

Activate your SIM card online or in person.

Before you begin using your AT&T cell phone, you must activate the SIM card, which contains all your personal information. AT&T offers multiple ways to activate your phone. The company also allows users who make multiple phone purchases, such as a parent buying lines for an entire family, to activate all numbers and SIM cards at one time.

Instructions

1. Place the AT&T SIM card into the appropriate slot on your phone. On most cell phones, you have to remove the back of the phone and slide the SIM card into a slot beside the battery. After the card is in position, replace the back and turn on the phone.

2. Visit the AT&T "Activate Your Phone" page (see Resources). Answer some basic questions, including whether the phone is a new line or a new phone. You also have the option of activating the "Pay as You Go" phones, which don't require a contract.

3. Take your phone to an AT&T store, if you can't access the website or prefer to activate your SIM card in person. A representative from the company will ask you a few questions and use that information to access your account. Then she will activate the SIM card automatically, though you may need to pay a small fee.

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Set Up A Mail Merge Data Source In Microsoft Word

Use Word's mail merge function when you want to send a form letter to many people. First, create the letter (see "Create a Main Mail Merge Document in Microsoft Word.") Word will automatically insert personalized information - names, addresses, etc. - into the appropriate place in each letter. The data source document is where you store the personalized information, or "merge data." These instructions are for Microsoft Word 97 and 2000 (for the PC) and Word 98 (for Macintosh).

Instructions

1. Open your mail merge form letter.

2. Go to the Tools menu and select Mail Merge.

3. Select Get Data in the "Data source" field.

4. Select Create Data Source from the drop-down menu.

5. Select each of the field names you did not include in your form letter and click Remove Field Name to remove each of them.

6. Review the list of fields; if the list includes everything in your form letter, click OK; if not, enter the Field Name you want to add and click the Add Field Name button.

7. Save the file with the name Data Source.

8. Click the Edit Data Source button and enter the necessary data (names, mailing addresses, and so on) for the first person you want to send the letter to.

9. Click Add New to add a new entry to the Data Form window; click OK when you have finished adding entries.

10. See "Print or E-mail a Mail Merge Document in Microsoft Word," under Related eHows, to print or e-mail the merged documents.

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Unlock A Motorola F3

The Motorola Motofone F3 is a quad-band Global Systems for Mobile Communications (GSM) cellular telephone that is capable of operating at 850, 900,1800 and 1900 Megahertz. This basic cellular phone features messaging and a lithium-ion battery that offers up to 4.5 hours of talk time and 300 hours of stand-by time. The phone originally was released in June 2006 and is no longer in production. The Motorola Motofone F3 is compatible with GSM carriers in the United States. The phone was sold with a carrier lock, meaning you couldn't use it with another cellular service provider's Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. It is, however, possible to unlock the Motorola Motofone F3 for use on other cellular networks.

Instructions

1. Call your cellular service provider and request the unlock code for your Motorola Motofone F3. Service providers typically will give you the unlock code for your phone if you have an active account in good standing.

2. Purchase the unlock code from a company that specializes in selling cellular phone unlock codes if you are unable to get the unlock code from your cellular service provider (see Resources).

3. Remove the back cover from your cell phone and lift the battery from the battery compartment. Slide the SIM card out of the Motorola Motofone F3.

4. Insert the new SIM card.

5. Replace the battery and the back cover, and turn on the phone.

6. Enter the unlock code.

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Set Up Email On Your Iphone

Setup E-mail on Your iPhone

The Apple iPhone is much more than a cellphone. Like most popular smartphones on the market, it can run applications, connect to the Web for surfing and send and receive email. Setting up an existing email account on the iPhone takes only minutes.

Instructions

1. Turn on the iPhone and tap the "Mail" icon on the home screen.

2. Choose your email account type from the splash screen that appears. Choices include Microsoft Exchange, MobileMe, Gmail, Yahoo!, AOL and Other.

3. Enter your email address, username and password. If this is one of the account types listed, with the exception of Other, you are now done. If you select "Other," there is more work to do.

4. Click "Other," followed by "Add Mail Account." Type in your name, email address and password. You will be asked to enter other information, which varies depending on your provider. However, you'll likely be asked to specify a service type -- iMAP or POP, for example -- and your incoming mail server, which will resemble "mail.example.com." Enter your outgoing mail server in the format "smtp.example.com." If you have this email account set up on a computer, the information can be located there. Otherwise, see an IT professional at your office or seek the information in any documentation you received from your email provider.

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Tips On The Nokia E71

Released in 2008, the Nokia E71 is part of the company's extensive line of smartphones and comes with a variety of features, including a built-in digital camera and GPS application. Becoming familiar with the E71's specifications and features will help you find tips for getting the most out of the phone.

Battery Tips

A standard lithium-ion battery, when fully charged, provides the Nokia E71 with up to 480 hours, or 20 days, of standby time and up to 10.5 hours of talk time. Compared to similar devices on the market at the time of publication, these times rank above the 448-hour average for standby time and the seven-hour average for talk time. It's important to understand that these times are produced in an ideal laboratory setting and not in real-life situations. By disabling the phone's Wi-Fi and GPS capabilities and minimizing the screen's brightness level you can help maximize the phone's battery life and bring it closer to the times reported by the manufacturer.

Wi-Fi Tip

Using the Nokia E71's Wi-Fi feature can save you money. Most wireless service providers require subscription to a data plan that gives the phone access to the Internet using the provider's 3G wireless network. By using the E71 to access the Internet within range of a Wi-Fi hotspot, such as at home or work, you can purchase the least-expensive data package from your provider. This will give you unlimited access to the Internet for the price of a small smaller data allotment.

Memory Tips

With 110MB of data storage space, needing to add memory to the Nokia E71 is more of an eventuality than a possibility. Using the phone's micro-Secure Digital card slot, you can give the phone up to 8GB of expanded memory, creating more room for adding large-scale files, such as videos, photos and applications. The E71 supports microSD cards, which offer up to 2GB of memory, and high-capacity microSD cards, which provide between 2GB and 32GB of memory, up to its 8GB limit. You can maximize the phone's memory by occasionally checking the phone's contents for unused or unwanted files and deleting them.

Bluetooth Tips

The Nokia E71 comes with a variety of Bluetooth profiles that allow you to perform several wireless tasks, such as transferring files and hands-free calling. The headset profile (HSP) and hands-free profile (HFP) allow you to place and receive calls using either the phone's speakerphone or a wireless headset. The object push profile enables you to share files with another similarly equipped device. The file transfer profile (FTP), not to be confused with the File Transfer Protocol, allows you to not only share files with another device, but to view the files on the device with which the E71 is communicating.

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Connect Voip To A Phone Line

A home phone can easily be setup to use VoIP.

VoIP is winning over many users of traditional phone lines. By making phone calls through the Internet, long-distance fees are greatly reduced. As VoIP calls run along a different system than regular landline calls, there is a common misconception that you can only use VoIP to call other VoIP users. This is not the case. By hooking up a VoIP adapter to your phone system, you can contact and receive calls from any phone, even those using landlines.

Instructions

1. Connect your VoIP adapter to your Internet router using the cable provided.

2. Connect your telephone to the VoIP adapter. This connection port will likely be labeled "Line In" or "Line 1."

3. Plug your VoIP's phone adapter into an outlet. Your phone adapter may take a few minutes to connect to the VoIP network.

4. Pick up the receiver and listen for dial tone. Once dial tone is present, you are ready to make calls. You can now make calls to your contacts using traditional phone lines exactly the same way that you did before connecting your VoIP adapter.

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What Does Infinity Mean On An Ohmmeter

Ohmmeters test the resistance and current between two leads.

An ohmmeter tests the electrical resistance and current between two leads. Ohmmeters come in a variety of shapes, sizes and expenses and can be used to test resistance on a wide range of electrical components and determine whether they are defective. Does this Spark an idea?

Significance

When an ohmmeter points to the infinity symbol, it means that there is no continuity between the two test leads and that an open circuit is present.

Considerations

The way an ohmmeter is set up may be confusing. The infinity sign is on the far left of the meter, while the zero is on the far right. This is because analog ohmmeters read from right to left. When using an ohmmeter, it is important to note that a short circuit will record as a very low reading, not a reading of infinity.

Prevention/Solution

Make sure the switch for the appliance or equipment you are testing is turned on even though it is not plugged into an electrical outlet. If the switch is turned off, the ohmmeter may record an infinite reading--that is, an open circuit.

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