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Archives for May 2007

Orange unlock code Direct From Orange
Hi was just wondering if anyone has requested an unlock code from orange ? As ive requested for my nokia fone and they said it will cost me £20 and wud take 5 to 7 working days .. well 5 dayz have already passed but nothing as yet . Thanks In Advance
Looking for cheap Virgin sim cards?
Hi , I've just bought a couple of the Virgin phones for friends, but they wanted £1O for a sim card. Please does anyone know where I can get 2 v.cheap please.
o2 phones, can you use on other networks.
I have an sony ericsson on o2 and will be upgrading soon so will be looking to sell. Being on o2 is anyone aware if they lock their phones to certain networks, (I know orange do) but my o2 handset has worked with vodaphone/virgin and t-mobile. I'm basically wondering if I can advertise my phone as unlocked to all networks.
Is it possible to block all premium/short code SMS?
Is it possible to block all premium/short code SMS text messages? When I called o2, they said that they could not block all premium/short code SMS, but seemed a bit unsure, and I was put on hold for ages while they tried to find out. Can any other networks block premium/short code SMS? Or can o2 actually block them, just…
Swapping phones on a cashback contract
Hi, I've been looking for a good deal on the n95 with some free data included. O2 couldn't offer me anything so I'm leaving them after about 7 years and have my PAC code. T-mobile seem to offer the best deals on data, with Web'n'Walk, but there don't seem to be any deals for the n95 on that network and I don't really want…
code
any code to unlock my samsung e530 cheers
anonymous callers
Is there any software i can install on my phone that can show the number of an anonymous caller?
How to select 2G service over 3G in 3 network?
I have a Sony Ericsson K800i and a Nokia 6288 in 3 network. I understand 2G consumes less power than 3G and would like to permanently select 2G. How do you do that? In the SE K800i, I can go to settings>>connectivity>>mobile networks>>select network and perform a search. It finds 3 on 3G and 2G (I think, there are several…
Help - Cheapest Contract NOT with cashback?
Ok so ive been looking into getting a contract mobile for what feels like months. I look waaayyy too much into things!! Im now sick to death of comparing a billion and one different contracts. I know what fone i want which is the LG KG800 Chocolate in PINK - And mins/txt wise, all I need is anything with more than about…
samsung
iv just bought amobile phone samsung c140 orange its says limited service yet it is fully charged and all the bars are there any ideas we have had orange before and never had any probs cheers
Mobile phone finder wanted!
Does anyone know of a site where I can enter the things I want in a phone, and get a list of matching models? I've been trying to find a new phone for the last week, and just can't seem to locate one with all the attributes! Thanks, Mel.
When can I change my contract?
Hi everyone! I have an 18 month contract with Orange that I have had for nearly 7 months now - I was wondering if you are allowed to vary the contract that you have (I don't use anywhere near the amount of minutes and messages I pay for). Thanks in advance
How to get around the £20 Vodafone loan phone charge.
I’m constantly having problems with my Nokia N73 freezing, crashing and re-booting and when I got to my local store, I was absolutely amazed to hear that I would have to pay £20 to loan one of their old, shabby loan phones whilst my faulty phone was sent off for repair. The store manager was totally unhelpful and basically…
Help me get it right please!!!
I have tried to read thru these pages to find out the best way of going - Contract wise - but WOW how mind boggling this has become. Basically i need to change company as I have moved and virgin (currently PAYG) does not offer a good signal. I have heard Vodafone is good in this area so that it what i have been looking at.…
New mobile contract & PUC code help please
My T-Mob contract has come to an end and they have been unable to offer me an incentive to stay that comes close to the offers available if I take out a new T-Mob contract elsewhere. They have given me my PUC code for my number and I just want to ensure that I don't lose my number. I understand that the way to do this is…
T-Mobile Upgrade
Hello There. New to the site - Had a look through and there seems to be alot of interesting topics to help people out with! I'm after a bit of advice, with regards to T-Mobile. I'm due an upgrade on my 12 month contract, but looking at the phones on offer they have upped all the prices from last time. I was specifically…
Credit Check Required?
Currently on Orange (2 handsets- wife and I). Have been with them for years. Now both due upgrades and thinking about one of these 12 month free contract cashback deals which will involve a new contract with a new mobile company. Usually give in notice to Orange and negotiate a better deal but looking for something even…
PAC codes - will they cut me off!
Hi, I am with O2 and 'out of contract' so phoned them yesterday but they only came up with the standard deals, despite quoting dialaphone prices at them. For many reasons I need to retain my existing number. My question is if I try again, get nowhere and request a PAC, does this commit me to cancelling my O2 contract, or…
Anyone beat this O2 deal
After being messed about by O2 for a couple of weeks including sending out a wrong handset they have offered the following: LG Prada Handset (first offered at £89 but got them down to free) 500 Minutes 500 Texts 12 month contract £25 a month This was gained by standing firm Have been a customer for two years now and have…
K800i or k810i
Can someone help me find best deal for sony ericsson k800i and k810i. From what Ive read there isnt much difference, apart from k810i is newer model Carphonewarehouse on the telephone offered me rubbish deals, or exact same that i could get online, with the benefit of quidco. I want to spend below £25 a month. Dialaphone…

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