Five Insider Secrets About Cell Phones

Five cell phone myths. Five real answers. Net10 uncovers the truth behind the most commonly asked cell phone questions.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- Not all cellular carriers are created equal. That's why it can pay to shop around before signing up for any particular service. But it may surprise many consumers to know that if they're unhappy with their cell service, they can change it - and that doing so is a lot easier than many people realize.

The following facts about cell phones and wireless carriers, as compiled by Net10 (a brand of TracFone Wireless, Inc., the largest prepaid mobile phone service provider in the U.S.), can help consumers who're tired of hidden fees, overage charges, lengthy contracts and cancellation penalties:

Myth: Anyone who cancels a cell phone contract is subject to a cancellation fee of about $175.

Fact: Once a user is past the initial due date of the contract, he or she can't be charged a cancellation fee. If the contract was for two years, at the end of those two years it automatically renews on a month-to-month basis, not for another two-year term.

Myth: Contract service plans are a better value than prepaid plans.

Fact: Those who use less than 500 minutes per month are better off with a prepaid plan. At 10 cents per minute for a prepaid plan, 500 minutes costs $50. The average monthly contract costs as much as $68. Plus, those who go over their minutes on a contract plan can pay as much as 45 cents per minute additional. That can really add up.

Myth: Users who switch to prepaid plans can't take the old phone number with them.

Fact: Those who are already on a contract cell phone plan can move their current cell phone number to a prepaid plan with no penalty.

Myth: Users get better phone reception on a contract plan.

Fact: Reputable prepaid cell phone providers use the networks of major regional and national wireless carriers, giving them a vast national coverage area with the same quality of reception.

Myth: The only way to get the best phones is by signing a lengthy contract.

Fact: Top manufacturers such as Motorola, Nokia, Kyocera and LG now offer their top brand name phones for prepaid plans.

Consumers who are dissatisfied with their current cell phone contracts should learn their rights and options. To learn more, visit http://www.no-evil.net/.

About NET10
Net10 is a brand of TracFone Wireless Inc., the largest prepaid mobile phone service provider in the U.S., for the 12 years since it was founded. TracFone is a subsidiary of America Movil (NYSE:AMX), the fourth largest mobile phone company in the world, and the largest in all of the Americas with more than 163 million mobile phone subscribers - more than AT&T, Verizon or Sprint. For more information, visit http://www.net10.com/ or http://www.no-evil.net/.

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First Golf Game for iPhone is Available Now

RESETgame has developed the very first golf game for iPhone - “Par 72 Golf”.

Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 – RESETgame has developed the first golf game available for iPhone. The product, Par 72 Golf, features three 18 hole golf courses set in desert, ocean and mountain environments. The game also features user choice of male or female avatar, 3D rendered graphics, and realistic physics. The game is designed for busy professional smart phone users who would like to take time out for a relaxing round of golf. Play is easy, quick and fun.

In addition to Par 72 Golf, the company has also developed the very first 3D shooter game for the iPhone, Tank Ace 1944. The first 3D Pool game for iPhone, Vegas Pool Sharks and the first volleyball game for iPhone, Beach Volleyball. All four games are available now on the iPhone App store. The games also work on the iPod Touch device.

RESETgame is excited by the potential of the iPhone for games. The company plans to develop more games for this exciting new smart phone platform. The company feels it has only scratched the surface of what is possible on the iPhone.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release, contact support @ resetgame.com or visit http://www.resetgame.com/.

About RESETgame:
RESETgame develops games for smart phones. Products include: Par 72 Golf, Tank Ace 1944, Beach Volleyball and Vegas Pool Sharks.

Contact:
support @ resetgame.com
RESETgame
http://www.resetgame.com/

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Olympic Diamond 3G iPhone Rings up a Wealth of Luck

De Vere's of London, the diamond jewellers, have unveiled a 3G Apple iPhone studded with 88 diamonds commemorating Beijing's summer Olympics. 88 signifies double wealth in Chinese superstition. Reminiscent of Cartier Art Deco vanity cases and exclusive to De Vere's of London, these desirable smartphones enter the booming £700 million ($1.4 billion) luxury cellphone market that is driven by the new rich of China, Russia and the Middle East.



London (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- De Vere's of London, the diamond jewellers, have unveiled a 3G Apple iPhone studded with 88 diamonds commemorating Beijing's summer Olympics. 88 signifies double wealth in Chinese superstition.

Reminiscent of Cartier's Art Deco vanity cases of the 1920s, the diamond iPhones are exclusive to De Vere's of London.

These desirable versions of Apple's smartphone join the £700 million ($1.4 billion) luxury cellphone market. A market driven by the new rich of China, Russia and the Middle East.

The 88 diamond iPhone commemorates the 2008 summer Olympics in Beijing, China.

In China, 8 is a very fortunate number". Explained Philip De Vere, founder of De Vere's of London and creator of the diamond iPhones. "The Chinese and Cantonese articulation and pronunciation of 8 sounds like the word signifying wealth, prosperity or fortune. This makes it a very important number in Chinese superstition. People pay huge sums of money for license plates and telephone numbers containing 8. It's a highly desired number".

It is no co-incidence the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympics is 8/8/08 at 8pm. 88 literally means double wealth.

The 88 diamonds are set into the steel bezel surrounding the iPhone's screen. The price is £4148 ($8219).

Another De Vere iPhone design contains 28 diamonds. Costing £1700 ($3376), it translates into easy to get wealth or easy to get rich. A design containing 168 diamonds translates into want smooth wealth. This version is £7800 ($15493).

"At De Vere's of London we've looked at designing and creating diamond phones for some time". Said Philip De Vere. "We wanted to have the most elegant, glamorous and desired phones without being excessive.

"The Apple iPhone is already the most desirable phone on the market. We wanted to create the most desirable luxury phone on the market". Philip De Vere said.

"The black backed 3G iPhone came along at the right time. Its smooth, symmetrical and uncluttered shape was perfect. Inset this with diamonds and it's reminiscent of a Cartier Art Deco vanity case of the 1920s. Very chic and glamorous". Philip De Vere added.

De Vere's of London are the only designers and creators of diamond inset iPhones. The small diamonds are set into the steel bezel surrounding the screen. The black screen and black back of the 3G version emphasise the diamonds in their settings.

De Vere's of London set any number of diamonds into the iPhone bezel, from 25 to 425. There are numerous variations in pattern, layout and quantity of diamonds, including designs containing 18 and 21 diamonds to mark a coming of age. Any number can be inset to celebrate an anniversary, birthday or special event.

A stunning Transition design is also available. The diamonds fade from deep pink to white as they descend down the bezel.

The highest quality certified diamonds are used, in classic white, pink or black. Sapphires, rubies and emeralds can also be inset. All carried out by skilled jewellers.

Prices for De Vere diamond iPhones start from £1500 ($2979) rising to £15000 ($29790) for the top model with a fully covered bezel.

"You don't have to be Chinese or a millionaire to own a diamond iPhone". Said Philip De Vere. "We wanted to have a luxury iPhone that was affordable and had lasting value".

"Many people gasp at the price of a diamond iPhone". Philip De Vere said. "The iPhone is relatively inexpensive but the diamonds aren't. They have a real value in today's market. The value of our iPhones are in the diamonds. If the iPhone is changed or upgraded, the diamonds can be added to the new one or set into a beautiful piece of custom made jewellery. This way the diamonds will continue to bring pleasure. They remain the customer's; however they wish to display them".

The new rich of Russia, the Middle East and China are fuelling the luxury cellphone market. It is currently worth £700 million ($1.4 billion) a year and considered to have limitless growth.

"The market for luxury cellphones is bigger than people imagine". Said Philip De Vere. "The creation of a multi-billion dollar market is inevitable, driven by the new rich".

In Russia and the Middle East, high oil prices have seen the emerging super-rich seek the trappings of their new found wealth.

The Chinese luxury goods market is enjoying stratospheric growth of 20-30%. It is now officially classified as the fastest growing luxury market in the world, worth £4 billion ($8 billion) or 18% of the total global market.

Top of the rich wish-list is the latest cellphone and diamond jewellery. De Vere's of London combine both.

For more information on De Vere's of London diamond iPhones or for images contact Philip De Vere or visit http://www.deveresoflondon.com/

De Vere's of London is an internet based jewellery company.

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Things You Never Knew Your Cellphone Could Do

((1)) EMERGENCY
The Emergency Number worldwide for **Mobile** is 112If you find yourself out of coverage area of your mobile network andthere is an emergency,dial 112and the mobile will search any existing network to establish theemergency number for you,and interestingly this number 112 can be dialled even if the keypad is locked.

((2))Have you locked your keys in the car? Does you car have remote keys?

This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone:If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, callsomeone at home on their cell phone from your cell phone.Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have theperson at your home press the unlock button, holding it near themobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock.Saves someone fro having to drive your keys to you. Distance is noobject. You could be hundreds of miles away,and if you can reach someone who has the other "remote" for your car,you can unlock the doors (or the trunk).

((3))Hidden battery powerImagine your cell battery is very low , you are expecting an importantcall and you don't have a charger.

Nokia instrument comes with a reserve battery.To activate, press the keys
*3370#
Your cell will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery.

This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time AND...

((4))How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone?

To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the followingdigits on your phone:
* # 0 6 #

A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique toyour handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. when yourphone get stolen, you can phone your service provider and give themthis code. They will then be able to block your handset so even if thethief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless.You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know thatwhoever stole it can't use/sell it either.

((5))Be care while using your mobile phone.

When you try to call someone through mobile phone,don't put yourmobile closer to your ears until the recipient answers. Becausedirectly after dialling, the mobile phone would use it's maximumsignalling power, which is: 2 watts = 33dbi, Plz Be Careful, Messageas received (Save your brain) Please use left ear while using cell(mobile), because if you use the right one it will affect braindirectly. This is a true fact from Apollo medical team.

The World's First Free Cell Phone Radiation Shielding Device Now Available

Dr. Ronald B. Herberman raises concerns about cancer risks relating to cell phone radiation and FreeShield.net offers a solution. Using "Sacred G" technology recently featured on MTV's hit show, Rob and Big, FreeShield.net introduces the world's first free protective cell phone shield.

Vancouver, BC (PRWEB) July 25, 2008 -- What do a prominent cancer doctor and professional skateboarder have in common?

Dr. Ronald B. Herberman of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute has made headlines around the world recently suggesting there is sufficient data to warrant issuing an advisory due to the growing body of literature linking long-term cell phone use to possible health effects including cancer.

At the other end of the country in sunny California, pro skateboarding megastar Rob Dyrdek recently introduced "Sacred G" technology on an episode of MTV's hit program Rob and Big. This technology is now taking the cell phone market by storm, featured in the world's first free cell phone radiation shielding technology.

After visiting "Harry the Healer," Dyrdek began experimenting with a brand new performance enhancing technology that he claims improves his skateboarding abilities. This amazing technology creates a unique energy field that helps athletes stay "in the zone" and unlock new abilities.

This same "Sacred G" technology has quickly become popular with cellular phone users due to clinical studies and other evidence indicating that it helps neutralize the harmful electromagnetic fields, or EMF radiation, that cell phones emit. What's more, this technology is now being distributed absolutely free of charge.

Perhaps you've wondered how cell phones might affect your health, especially whether studies linking their use to anxiety, depression, infertility, brain damage, and even cancer might be true.

Dr. George Carlo is a former head of research representing the cellular phone industry. After years of working for these big corporate interests, Dr. Carlo became a leading advocate for consumer protection from cell phone risks. Dr. Carlo refers to the cellular industry's studies as "scientific fraud" and warns consumers to beware of cell phone use. http://www.FreeShield.net shares significant research and studies showing that cell phones may indeed be more harmful than you may have imagined.

FreeShield is a technology you can receive instantly and easily apply to your phone within minutes. FreeShield uses "Sacred G" technology, which involves advanced mathematics and complex frequency equations. This technology generates a full spectrum vibration that is both balanced and stable. It is this full spectrum vibration that helps to harmonize and neutralize harmful frequencies such as those emitted by cell phones. After using FreeShield protection, many cell phone users report reduced levels of stress, anxiety, and depression, and other improvements in their well being.

"This technology is so far outside the box," says FreeShield founder, Craig Brockie "that we've been forced to address the skepticism from every angle possible, right up front." At www.FreeShield.net, Brockie has created a multi-media visitor experience that provides an in-depth explanation of why cell phone users need FreeShield and how the technology works. Brockie also teaches visitors how to test FreeShield to demonstrate that it actually works -- even in double-blind studies.

"FreeShield is just that: the world's first free protective cell phone shield," said Brockie. "The technology is free to download and free to use." Users are encouraged to share FreeShield with their friends by email and create as many copies as they like to give away in person. Brockie is enthusiastic about FreeShield. "Our goal is to reach more than a million cell phone users by Christmas, but based on the response we've received so far, we might be there by the time school starts back up," he said.

For more information, visit www.FreeShield.net.

Source: PRWeb

At Last, Solitaire for the iPhone

Get AcidSolitaire Collection Now at the iPhone App Store



Glenview, IL (PRWEB) July 11, 2008 -- Red Mercury, LLC, a developer and publisher of fun and snappy iPhone games, today announced that AcidSolitaire(r) Collection is now available for sale on the App Store.

The most popular computer card games, Solitaire, Freecell and Spider, are brought together in the AcidSolitaire Collection. With easy touch screen play, and incredible attention to detail, the AcidSolitaire Collection is a fundamental necessity for all iPhone and iPod touch owners.

AcidSolitaire Collection delivers the excellence you expect from iPhone and iPod touch games. Relax with polished game play and snappy graphics. Easy-to-read cards make it fun in either portrait or landscape mode. Select images from the Photos app to create your own game backgrounds, and queue up some music from your iTunes library to enjoy while you play.

Smart Sparkle Hints(r) and the helpful Card Finder make AcidSolitaire play like no other card game. AcidSolitaire Collection makes it fun for everyone, from beginners to the most advanced solitaire enthusiast. Try to win every game!

AcidSolitaire Collection for iPhone and iPod touch includes:
- Quick and simple single-touch play with Intellimove(r)
- Easy stop and go. Games are always automatically saved
- Listen to your iTunes music while you play
- Super Battery Saver extends battery life
- Complete move memory. Undo/Redo your last move or every move
- Use your own Photos as game backgrounds
- Includes AcidSolitaire, AcidFreecell, and AcidSpider
- Various game style options and select game by number
- Entertaining statistics and fireworks make it a thrill to win!

"A product as stunning and exciting as the iPhone only deserves the best, most elegant software. We put a lot of effort into the AcidSolitaire Collection to make it a game that is fun to play every day, and it's also a great way to show off your iPhone," said Scott Corley, President and Founder of Red Mercury. "I play it every day."

AcidSolitaire Collection is available now for $9.99. The game can be purchased and installed directly from the App Store on the iPhone and iPod touch. The game is also available for purchase via iTunes.

For more information, visit http://www.red-mercury.com/.

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New iPhone 3G Owners Rejoice - iBuyPhones.com Offers Cash Alternatives for Old Cell Phones

In light of the new Apple iPhone 3G release, iBuyPhones.com knows what to do with that old Blackberry® or other phone model - we'll buy it for as much as $90.00.

Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) July 11, 2008 -- Blackberry® owners take note. In light of the new Apple iPhone 3G release, iBuyPhones.com knows what to do with that old Blackberry® or other phone model that now sits unused - purchase it for as much as $90.00.

Those on the cusp of technology and all that is contemporary are likely going to become new iPhone 3G owners when it's released on July 11th. In with the new and out with the old meaning those old Blackberrys® and other unused models must exit stage left. iBuyPhones.com, a leader in the used cellular market, recognizes that these old cell phones are functional, feature several applications and look sleek and modern. A waste of money? Not quite. iBuyPhones.com will pay up to $90.00 and also cover shipping costs for used Blackberrys®. Visit iBuyPhones.com to view the pricelist for other used cell phone makes and models.

iBuyPhones.com founder and CEO, Lonnie Jones designed the company to help consumers and businesses capture the value of their unused cell phones. New owners of the just-released iPhone 3G likely have another cell phone that, while not useless, sits unused. For those looking to recoup the cost of their new iPhone 3G, iBuyPhones.com can help offset one's original cellular investment with the purchase of that person's used cell phone.

Visit http://ibuyphones.com/ today and select the make and model of the used cell phone to view an instant valuation.

For more information go to: http://www.ibuyphones.com/.

Apple, iPhone 3G is a registered trademark of Apple Corporation. Blackberry® is a registered trademark of Research In Motion, Inc.

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Gilty Couture Combines Fashion with New Apple iPhone 3G for a Winning Combination

"What's your iPhone wearing?" will be the question style conscious consumers are asking this week after the release of the latest Apple iPhone 3G.

Dallas (PRWEB) July 9, 2008 -- "A stunning one-of-a-kind creation, the latest iPhone 3G heralds a new generation of engineering and design that is far ahead of any competition," says John Hubbs, CEO of Gilty Couture. He continues to embrace the new device stating, "The iPhone 3G merges sensible design with an incredible user experience. Apple has listened to the demands of its fans all around the world, building a feature rich mobile device that embodies polished poise and edgy street smarts."

Hubbs believes new pricing makes the Apple iPhone 3G the best value in the history of the mobile phone and handheld device category. And this leaves a lot more room to customize the device with Gilty Couture's newest "accoutrements" for the iPhone 3G.

"The global impact of the iPhone 3G being available in 70 countries will be phenomenal for our international customers as Gilty Couture continues to design for the crossover between technology and fashion," says Hubbs. "Gilty Couture's fearless approach to fashion and art results in distinctively striking, captivating creations, bold patterns, attention to detail and unique materials that will give individuals a way to set their iPhone 3G apart from the 45 million others that are expected to be circling the globe."

Much like the fast paced race to change technology, Gilty Couture's fashions are constantly evolving and setting new trends in the international markets. Expect to see multicolored- and multi-karat Swarovski accents paired with vibrant rare metal designs that blend the flashy extravagance of contemporary glamour with the classic styling and tradition of yesteryear. Gilty Couture's first creations for the iPhone 3G are available for preorder on the Gilty Couture website as of this week.

Combining the new Apple iPhone 3G with Gilty Couture's accessories is sure to create an experience in a league of its own.

About Gilty Couture
Gilty Couture designs apparel, fashion and lifestyle accessories. The brand is timely, fun, glamorous, elegant and sexy. Consumers are tired of boring and want a change. Gilty Couture is their answer. With collections that include gold, silver, chromium, stainless steel and Swarovski Crystals, Gilty Couture is sure to please the individual that demands luxury as well as style and function. Learn more at: http://www.giltycouture.com/ or click here for Gilty Couture images and press materials.

Apple, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Corporation. Swarovski is a registered trademark of Swarovski AG. Gilty Couture and Gilty Couture Wardrobe Box are trademarks of Metallo Design LLC. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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"Evil Cell Phone" Video Gains Cult Status, Illustrates America's Backlash Against Cell Phone Industry

No-Evil.net's "Microwave vs. Cell Phone" video attracts over 4 million viewers angry about cell phone bills.



Miami, FL - Popcorn-popping cell phones aren't the only viral cell phone videos sweeping the Internet. A new viral cell phone video - "Microwave vs. Cell Phone" - illustrating the "evil" nature of cell phones is mesmerizing the Internet and unleashing consumer rage against their cell phone carriers like never before. In the widely seen 56-second video, created by http://www.no-evil.net/, a cell phone placed into a microwave unexpectedly unleashes a terrifying monster a la "Alien." Audiences are clearly sympathetic: The clip was the most-viewed video on MySpace for the week of June 2, 2008.

Since the "Microwave vs. Cell Phone" video was posted on May 31, 2008, more than four million people have viewed it on YouTube, MySpace and Break, among other sites. The video's surprise ending - clearly a metaphor for the intense ambivalence people feel toward their cell companies - has evoked so much emotion that a staggering 14,000 viewers to date have posted heated comments about it.

The video is the work of Net10, the fastest growing new cell phone company in the US. Net10, whose brand slogan is "No Bills, No Contracts, No Evil," is hardly surprised by the cult status the video has achieved -- or by the strong negative emotions people continue to harbor toward its competitors.

"There are so many ways that post-paid cell phone providers carry out negative practices," said Derek Hewitt, Sr. V.P., marketing for Tracfone Wireless. "Hidden charges, over billing, long-term contracts and exorbitant fees for early cancellation are a few of the ways post-paid cell phone providers take advantage of their customers."

Judging by the response generated from the "Microwave vs. Cell Phone" video, American consumers agree.

The Net10-created Web site http://www.no-evil.net/ is a compendium of sins perpetuated by large cell phone providers against their customers. Visitors to the Web site can find, among other things, a detailed list of the many ways that these companies are ripping off their customers. There is even a place on the Web site for victims of cell phone service abuse to air their horror stories. And for those who just can't wait for their cell phone contract to end, the Web site will even find someone to buy out your contract for you.

By contrast, NET10 is founded on honesty and simplicity. The nationwide service provides calls at 10 cents per minute, 15 cents for overseas calls to over 60 destinations, and 5 cents for text messages. There are no bills, contracts, overages, hidden daily or monthly fees or any of the surprise other charges that enrage customers of traditional cell phone companies. Net10 is available in over 50,000 stores nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Circuit City, Kmart and Family Dollar.

To watch or download the "Microwave vs. Cell Phone" video that's creating a viral stir among millions of viewers and inciting a backlash against "evil" cell phone practices, visit http://www.no-evil.net/. Click on the "Share" button to download this video in various formats.

About NET10
Net10 is a brand of TracFone Wireless Inc., the largest prepaid mobile phone service provider in the U.S., for the 12 years since it was founded. TracFone is a subsidiary of America Movil (NYSE:AMX), the fourth largest mobile phone company in the world, and the largest in all of the Americas with more than 153 million mobile phone subscribers - more than AT&T, Verizon or Sprint. For more information, visit http://www.tracfone.com/.

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