If your Nokia phone can run the Ovi Maps program then they have a fantastic free add on for you. You can download Nokia’s Own Voice to use with your maps for free.
You can download the latest version of Ovi Maps with the Own Voice add on at:
So what does this program do? It allows you to record your own voice to give directions. The next time that you get lost you can hear yourself tell you how to get home! You can also let other people use your voice and you can use other people’s voices too. It is kind of a neat idea that adds a bit of creativity to a simple navigation system.
The website has a slew of sample voice packs with different accents for you to use. Some examples are Scottish, proper British, Australian and even Pirate.
For the price, this is hard to beat. I would suggest a quick download to give this one a try.
The Nokia 3390 ringtone composer is a slick little application that you can use to create original and unique ringtones for your phone. The composer can be found by following the following path on your phone:
click on “menu”
go to “Tones”
select “Composer”
In order to create a new ringtone tap on “create a ringtone”. If you have used composer before you will see a previously created tune. If this is your first time then the screen will be blank.
You can start by either editing the existing ringtone or you can create a brand new one. Creating a new tone is relatively simple. Pressing a number on your keypad will correspond to a specific note.
Basic Tone Number on keypad
C 1
D 2
E 3
F 4
G 5
A 6
B 7
To insert a pause in between any tone, press 0. For example, if you wanted:
CCBGA AGDD CCB then you would type in 11756065220117
To make one note go on for a few counts, place the numerical equivalent between brackets and the note will hold for the amount of time. For example, if you want C to continue for 3 seconds, then you would press C(3).
The Nokia 3390 composer program also allows you to adjust the characteristics of each of the notes. You can lengthen or shorten each note by using the + and – signs. The default length of each tone is set to ¼. To determine the duration of any note look for the numerals that precede the note. For example, if you see 18b, this means that note b is held for 1/8.
In order to delete notes use the edit keys in the form of the cursor. The other keys are self explanatory.
After finishing your creation you can go to options and select what you want to do with your ringtone. Some functions include sending it to someone or altering the tempo.
Although the composer is relatively rudimentary, if you have the inclination, some talent and some time you can create unique and interesting custom ringtones for your phone.
Nokia has just announced that they are issuing a recall on about 14 million mobile phone chargers. They claim that they could be dangerous and will replace them for free. Go to Nokia.com to learn how to exchange your charger for a new one.
The chargers in question have the Nokia name on them, but were manufactured by BYD Co., a Chinese battery and auto part maker. The potentially faulty chargers are models AC-3E, AC-3U and AC-4U. The 3E and 3U were manufactured between June 15 and Aug 9, 2009. The 4U was manufactured between April 13 and Oct 25, 2009. These chargers were sold in Europe and North America.
The default in the chargers stems from the possibility that the plastic covers might come loose and expose wiring, which could cause an electric shock if touched while plugged into an electrical socket. Luckily, this is a preventive measure and no injuries or accidents have been reported.
This is another example of shoddy products coming from China to the United States. Last year there was a problem with toothpaste, then drywall and now phone chargers. This seems to becoming a regular issue with Chinese made products. They are not the only ones with quality control problems, but I hope that they are able to get things under control. It seems like anytime you read about a mass recall of a product in the news that it originated in China. This is a very discouraging trend and one that I hope will not continue.
On the plus side, it is very encouraging to see Nokia take the initiative and initiate a recall before there are any accidents. More companies should take the high road and do what is right. What could have been a disaster for Nokia may end up looking like a good PR move. Nokia subcontracted the manufacture of the phone chargers to a (most likely) lowest bid Chinese company. They could have tried to pass the buck and blame there sub-contractor for any issues, but they are taking responsibility. This recall will probably end up costing Nokia millions of dollars. Hopefully, in the future they will keep a better eye on there products and there sub-contractors.
In the meantime, I am going to check my phone chargers and see if any of them are part of this recall. I would suggest you do the same!
I thought that it might be useful to list some additional codes for Nokia phones. Type in each code exactly as it is shown including the ## symbols. After typing it in press send or call.
On the main screen type in: #06# – This check the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity). #7780# – This will reset the phone to original factory settings. #67705646# – This will clear the LCD display(operator logo). #0000# – To view software version. #2820# – Bluetooth device address. #746025625# – Sim clock allowed status. #pw+1234567890+1# – Shows if sim card has restrictions. #92702689# – This code will take you to a secret menu where you may find some of the following:
1. Displays Serial Number.
2. Displays the Month and Year of Manufacture
3. Displays (if there) the date where the phone was purchased (MMYY)
4. Displays the date of the last repair – if found (0000)
5. Shows life timer of phone (time passes since last start) #3370# – Enhanced Full Rate Codec (EFR) activation. This will provide increased signal strength and better signal reception. It will also help if you want to use GPRS and the service is not responding or is too slow. The drawback is the phone battery will drain faster.
#3370* – (EFR) deactivation. The phone will automatically restart. Increase battery life by 30% because phone receives less signal from network. #4720# – Half Rate Codec activation. #4720* – Half Rate Codec deactivation. The phone will automatically restart
Nokia Wallet
#7370925538# – This code will reset and erase all data in your Nokia S60 Nokia Wallet. The phone will ask for your lock code. The default lock code is 12345.
#3925538# – This code will delete everything in you wallet.
Unlock service provider - Insert sim, turn phone on and press vol up(arrow keys) for 3 seconds, should say pin code. Press C,then press * message should flash, press * again and 04*pin*pin*pin# #7328748263373738# – This code will reset your security code.
Default security code is 12345
The Nokia Music store is offering 5 free downloads and a chance to win a trip to New York City with $1,500 in spending money. If you do not have an account, simply follow the link below and sign up. You will need to download and install the Nokia Music player for your computer. If you already have an account then you are out of luck. This promotion is for new customers only. The Nokia Music store features over 6 million songs.
This website is located in the UK and they ask for an international dialing code when signing up. If you are in the US, simply put +44 and then your regular 10 digit number (with no dashes).
One of the most popular features of cell phones is their ability to send text messages. Text messaging is revolutionizing communication the way email did years ago. The true name of this feature is short message service or SMS.
So, what happens when you hit “send”? Your text does not go straight to its intended recipient. It is first sent to a short message service center or SMSC. Then, it is forwarded to your recipient. The SMSC will make a few attempts to complete the process, but delivery is not guaranteed. The number of attempts will depend on your wireless service provider. The delivery of your SMS can best be described as a best effort by your carrier.
Text messages follow a strict standard and are always transmitted via SS7 within the standard GSM MAP framework. Signaling System 7 or SS7 is a set of telephony signaling protocols which are used to set up most of the world’s public switched telephone network calls.
Your text messages have a size constraint that is similar to Twitter. You are limited to exactly 140 bytes per message. While with Twitter you are limited to 140 characters. This is why a texting shorthand language has evolved. It is not only faster to type LOL then the entire phrase, but the size allows you to add more to your message. Since texting costs an average of 10 cents each, it makes sense to get the most out of each one.
In the future, SMS services will become faster and more reliable. Ten years ago, people were never sure if there emails were received and twenty years ago it was faxes. Now, SMS or text messaging is the newest form of person to person electronic communication.
Well, first of all, I want to say that I’m a big fan of Nokia phones. My second phone was a Nokia, and until now I’ve changed a lot of phones. So here I will post reviews of Nokia phones, and I hope that you will comment them.
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