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How To Block Your Cell Phone Number

Simone194 — Wed, 12 Apr 2006 11:43:00 -0500

There might be many reasons why you want to block your cell phone number from showing up on other people's caller IDs. Whatever the reason is, it's very simple to block your cell phone number. You have two options: you can permanently block your phone number or you can block your number on a call by call basis.

If you're trying to figure out who's calling you from an unlisted cell phone, check out Reverse Phone Detective.

Blocking Your Cell Phone Number Permanently:

The most permanent solution is to request a "line block" from your cell phone carrier.

How To Trace Cell Phone Numbers, Free!

bronwyn — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 16:42:27 -0600

Tracing cell phone numbers can be difficult. Unlike landlines, cell phone numbers are usually not listed in phone books and can't be accessed by dialing Information. Many companies charge to trace cell phone numbers, and until recently, you had to pay the fee or not get much information. However, it is now possible to trace cell phone numbers free of charge.

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How To Buy a Cell Phone Without Purchasing a Plan

Harry255 — Sat, 20 May 2006 04:48:00 -0500

So, you want to buy a cell phone without purchasing a plan to go with it. Maybe you're in the middle of a plan and you want a better phone, or perhaps you threw yours out the window of a moving vehicle. These things happen. Regardless of the reason, you need or want a phone and don't want a two-year contract to go along with it.

It's going to be expensive, comparatively speaking, but it is possible to buy a cell phone without buying a plan. I would suggest that you first check with your wireless company and confirm that your warranty doesn't cover whatever happened to your old cell phone. Also, a lot of companies have free upgrades, or at least rebates, after a certain amount of time spent with them. If those tactics are fruitless, consider the following methods of getting a phone without the plan.

How To Activate a Used Cell Phone

Harry255 — Sun, 09 Jul 2006 10:17:00 -0500

Cell phones are expensive. Sure the first one you get when you sign up for a plan with a cellular service provider is usually affordable but anything you get after that will cost you. The problem is that cell phones do get broken or lost. Now you are stuck paying big bucks for a phone that you might need for only 6 months until your contract is up and you can get another new phone at the cut rate. That is where used cell phones come in.

Now even though this article is about activating used cell phones, I think it's important to review a few things about your cell phone first. Make sure your used cell phone is compatible with your network. This is the most important thing when it comes to the success of your activation.

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How To Improve Your Cell Phone Reception

Harry255 — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 14:20:00 -0500

Poor cell phone reception is the #1 reason people will switch cell providers. Problem is, if you are in the beginning or middle of a contract, you can't simply--or should I say cheaply--change services. If you are unhappy with your cell reception, then you have a few options that may be helpful.

How To Download Cell Phone Ringtones

Harry255 — Tue, 23 May 2006 11:33:00 -0500

You know you have been out and about and heard what sounds like the theme to The Godfather on someone's cell phone and wondered where you could get a ringtone like that. Truth is, there are many places you can get cell phone ringtones; you just need to know a few things first.

How To Sell a Used Cell Phone

Harry255 — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 12:37:00 -0500

So you are totally excited about your new cell phone. It's got all the bells and whistles, the newest technology on the market. It makes your old cell look like a western union telegraph machine. Now here is your question: what to do with the old phone? You could always give it to someone you know or donate it to a charity, but the best option, as we all know, is getting some cash for it. Here is how...

Know your phone. Make sure you know the make and the model of your phone. If you don't know off the top of your head, look under the battery. If you lift out your battery, there should be a sticker with some info that will include the manufacturer and the model number. It also helps to know what network your phone was using. This you probably will know by heart because you've written them a check every month since you've owned the phone.

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How To Get Out of a Cell Phone Contract

bronwyn — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:18:15 -0600

Have you ever signed up for a cell phone contract and then later figured out that it just wasn't going to work for you? It's a pretty common scenario which usually ends with the customer paying a huge fee for the "privilege" of breaking the contract. However, there are ways to get out of your contract without losing a pile of money! It may take a little work, but you can usually successfully get out of your cell phone contract.

How To Compare Prepaid Cell Phone Plans

Simone194 — Thu, 13 Apr 2006 19:34:00 -0500

Prepaid cells phones can be wonderful for the person that doesn't want to be in a long-term contract. They are ideal if you don't use your cell phone much and there is an ease to keeping track of your minutes. With prepaid phones there are no contracts to sign, no monthly bills, no commitments, no credit checks, no age limit and no hidden fees.

Whatever the reason you have for being drawn to a prepaid phone, it can be difficult to know which carrier and what plan is best for you. Every carrier has some good and some bad features. In the end it comes down to your particular usage. Here are some things to consider that will make the process of comparing prepaid plans an easy one:

How To Recover a Wet Cell Phone

ayeo99 — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 16:04:04 -0500

DON'T PRESS THE POWER ON BUTTON! REMOVE THE BATTERY! When your hands are wet, would you touch the mains socket and press the ON switch?

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