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Archives for July 2006

Dialaphone customer care
Anybody else got any experience with dialaphone? I have a Nokia 6230i that has developed a fault within the first year. I tried downloading the service form on their website but my PC said the file was damaged. I have requested a form from them on two occasions. Despite the assurance that the form would be sent within 48…
Who do I send my cancellation notice to?
I have been on the e2save cashback scheme for the last 12 months and am looking at new contracts with different networks at the moment so I can keep my telephone no. I am confused as to who to send the cancellation notice to is it e2save or do I send it direct to 3g? Does anyone know if I cancel with e2save could I do…
Just a Simple Contract
Is there anywhere these days wher I can just get a contract without having to worry about cashback which from other threads seems to be hit & miss. I want reduced rental, I want a free phone and I want a reliable network. Help it's just driving me crazy:confused: :confused:
billing question
my brothers contract is up for renewal and vodafone are not offering him a worthwhile phone upgrade at the moment his itemised billing is free but i have noticed tmobile charges £1.50 on the flext packages is this normal for other networks to charge for biiling Thanks in advance
Stereo Bluetooth headset bargain
I just bought a fantastic bargain from Morgan Computers.. it was a stereo bluetooth headset, works great with my Sony k800i mobile phone. I also tried it with an older Nokia and it seemed to work. Most of these normally cost 60 - 110 pounds but this cost 11.74. Even better, it lets me use my own headphones, so i can plug…
nokia accessories
hi where is the best place to buy nokia accessories for the N80..?? i'm after a carrying case and a mini sd card.. thanks
Fresh Mobile Coustmers Beware - £7 FOR GPRS USAGE!
This is a little warning for all fresh mobile users, they have incresed there charges for GPRS to £7per MB!, so if you happen to go online by accident, you will have £7 of your credit removed. for more info click here
New Orange Animal plans from 01st August????
Hi there, I have just been on the phone to Orange regarding signing up to a new contract and they advised me, that it might be best to wait until 01st August as they are updating their animal plans. They gave no specific details, but mentioned that Racoon would have unlimited inclusive calls to fixed landlines and that…
which is best PAYG + text bundle please
HI, Any suggestions for the best PAYG + texts (or just PAYG) deal please ? My Orange contract is out of the 12 months - I'd like to keep the same tel no' & handset if poss (my phone is unlocked incidentally). Any help greatly appreciated. Cheers. Chris
cashback who is the best
cashback who is the best. ive just had a load of hassle with VODAFONE over there MMS issue and droped my 4 contracts. thinking of going the cashback route but which one should i use. thanks.
What's Wrong With My Mobile??
My mobile was working fine this morning. I have a PAYG on O2 and pay £10 each month for 300 texts. I called O2 this morning to say my 300 texts had not been credited and I was being charged for my texts. The operator crdited them straight away but since she did the phone's stopped working. The battery is fully charged,…
Quick DD contract question
Been looking around for a nice phone for the wife and we have decided on a Nokia 6111 (pink). I am getting it through Mobileshop.com (via Quidco) and have just come to the DD section. I like to have all my DD set up for the first day or so of the month, so was wondering if anyone could shed any light on how this works. Is…
Can an O2 PAYG be used on any phone ?
I am thinking of buying a new phone, perhaps off e-bay but am not sure if all phones can use my existing O2 PAYG sim card? I have been looking at O2 simlock phones, but do they have to be specified for PAYG? Can anyone advise please?
Onestopphoneshop cashback question
Hi, I have done a search but can't find the answer, does anyone one know the time limit when to send the cashback form. Is it it 30 days from the onestop invoice or 30 days from the orange phone bill. Also some state its 45 days am rather confused. Many thanks Anita
Transfer number within O2 - hassle
I few days ago I purchased a new O2 contract phone from e2save. Forgive me for thinking it would actually be EASY to transfer a number within the same network... O2.... in order to do it, apparently i would now have to return the handset. I mean, what an !!!!!!... is there no end to the rubbish systems these companies…
Cashback for Nokia 6111
Hi, Not sure if posted in the right place searched the forums but couldn't see anything. Here goes:- Just spotted a deal on MobileShop.com for a Nokia 6111 pink on O2. The deal is 12 months free on a 12 month contract (this is great as I have been wanting one for ages). :j My question is about cashback sites. Quidco are…
whats the best phone available?
guys....... Im due for a free phone upgrade next month with O2. Currently have the SE W800i Current tariff is 400 anytime minutes and 1000 texts per month for £25 Anyone have any recommendations regarding the new phone or tariff improvements? Cheers:beer: :confused: :confused: :beer:
Cheapest GPRS on PAYG
Anyone know of any good deals on PAYG for GPRS. O2 are taking the biscuit with 100KB allowance and £3 per MB on my contract
I have aquired a Motorola T2288......
..... what can I do with it? Is there anything I can do with it? I searched Environfone but as I suspected, they can't use it or make a donation to charity if I send them it. Is it just fit for the bin? Thanks,
3 mobile fones.co.uk
I am looking to purchase the Ericsson K608i on the Three Video, Talk and Text 900 12 month contract, which is completely free as the handset is free and there is complete cashback of the line rental. (Also going to be using Quidco, which gives back 32 quid) :…

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