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8 Tips to Improve the Battery Life On Your Nokia Mobile

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Some friends of mine that are new to S60 have been experiencing battery problems with their Nokia mobiles. And after checking their devices I just realized that the problem was not the device, was the user!  Most of them have E71s, so battery life shouldn�t be an issue since this phone has a big 1500mAh battery. Basically the problem is that they don�t know how to use the phone correctly, and that is why I came with 8 tips to improve the battery life in Nokia devices.  This mini-tutorial is aimed at people new to S60, if you already have experience you probably already know everything!

1.  Make sure the GPS is off.
Don�t leave Google Maps, Nokia Maps, GPS Data or any other navigation application open. The GPS will be ON and you really don�t need it, this will improve the battery life.

2. Don�t leave many applications opened after you used the device and will put it back in your pocket.
Some people use the Red button to exit applications, and sometimes the Red button does not close the applications, it just sends it back. To exit applications press �Options� and scroll up to �Exit�. Another method is by long pressing the S60 button and just select the application (don�t click) and press the C button or Backspace button on the E71. This will close applications and will save battery life (note that �Menu� and �Standby� don�t close. I also advice to turn the phone completely OFF every once in a while.  (For example if you leave the Browser opened the Packet Data will also be turned ON, more details on tip #7)

3. Make sure WLAN Scanning is OFF
The shortcut on the standby screen for WI-FI is very useful, but just a click will turn the WLAN on and it won�t turn OFF until you do so. If you have your device in your pocket and the WLAN scanning is ON you are just spending battery life, turn it ON when you need it and turn it off by going > click > scroll down to Switch WLAN scan OFF.

4. Turn Bluetooth OFF
There is absolutely no reason to leave the Bluetooth ON everyday, although little, the Bluetooth does spend battery life. Check on the top right of your screen, if the Bluetooth logo is there you need to turn it OFF.  Go to Bluetooth and select OFF. (If you are using a headset its OK to leave ON the Bluetooth, but if you the battery just does not last you should turn it OFF and ON when using and not using)

5.  Set the E-Mail retrieval for longer periods of time
If you dont know what automatic retrieval is just go to the next tip.  Here there is little to explain, just set the timer a bit longer.

6.  Set the Screen Brightness to mid-level
The screen brightness comes by default to mid-level, but if you augmented it is better to have it in mid-level.

7. Packet Data must be OFF
Here is the most important tip.  This will happen in very few cases but it is very important. You have to set the Packet Data to �When Needed�. Go to Settings> Connection>Packet Data> and switch to �When Needed�.  If you already have it switched to �When Needed� and the Packet Data icon below the signal meter at the top left is ON (Two crossed pointers) then you have some application opened that requires the connection, close it. If anyway the connection is ON you can end the packet data connection by long pressing the Red button on the Standby screen

8. Update your Firmware
Every once in a while Nokia releases new firmwares for the phones. The firmware improve most of the time the battery life, to update your software go here:  Update your Nokia Mobile

So there are the 8 tips I can think off to improve the battery life on your device. I based on my friends that are new to S60, when I had a look at their devices thay had everything open and they don�t really need it. If you have something else to add just leave a comment and we�ll modify the title to:  9  Tips to Improve the Battery Life On Your Nokia Mobile!!

6 Great Apps to Track Lost Phones

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It is unfortunate that wherever we turn, crime seems to be right next to us. Your phone is expensive. A stolen phone can mean a loss of $2-500.00. Applications are available to help you get your phone back. While very helpful, it is important to note that if a malicious person stole your phone, it is best to report the theft to the police. Attempting to reclaim your personal phone from a malicious party can put you in harm�s way. Let the authorities handle your theft.

Where�s my an-Droid

wheres my droid
Where�s my Droid application, obtained from the Android Market, allows you to enter a code into your phone. Even if your phone is set on vibrate or quiet, the code entered will cause the phone to play an alert sound at a high volume. This sound continues until you locate your phone. This application can reply to you with your phone�s GPS location, as well as a link to this location on Google maps. �Where�s my Droid� application is helpful if you have lost your phone in a room or an area.

Mobile Defense

mobile defense
Mobile Defense is an application particularly useful if you have left your phone in a public place, or if you feel your phone has been stolen. There is a small registration you need to complete, after installing Mobile Defenses to activate it. Once it is installed, it will run quietly in the background. If you lose your phone, go to Mobile Defense online dashboard. Log in, and click the map to open remote controls. On the right side of your screen, any phone you have registered will be there. Click �connect to phone� to activate this Mobile Defense software. Once a connection has been made, your phone location will be indicated in Google Maps.

Device Locator

device locator
A simple app, the Device Locator costs $4.99. You log into a web-based account to track the location of your phone. This causes your phone to make noise, as well as locks the phone to prevent access.

Mobile Me

mobile me
Mobile Me service from Apple uses their company service to find your lost phone. You can also remote lock your phone, set pass codes, even remote delete your data. �Mobile Me� app requires an annual subscription of $99.00 to Mobile Me. However, users that run iOS 4.2 can get the �find my iPhone service� for free.

Prey Anti-Theft

prey anti theft
Prey Anti-Theft is a free app that allows you to track the GPS of your phone by sending it a message. You can then track via web interfaces. Software is also available for tracking laptops. This app works even if a thief changes your SIM card.

McAfee Wave Secure

mcAfee wave secure
A rather interesting app is McAfee Wave Secure. While this app costs $19.90 annually, free weekly trials are available. As other apps allow you to track your phone via GPS, McAfee Wave Secure provides even more information. With this app, you get call histories of the person who stole your phone, even if they change your phone�s SIM card. Hidden from the app drawer, there is another app WaveSecureUPA that you can install to protect against the main app being uninstalled. Hidden and secure, McAfee WaveSecure apps are highly recommended and quite popular.
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Review of Samsung Galaxy Note

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The famous mobile manufacturing Company Samsung has launched it’s latest Galaxy Note Phone in India.This phone has both features of Smart phones and Tablets as well.The size of the screen of this phone is larger than other models.According to Samsung this phone is best for those who want both Smartphone and Tablet but due to it’s high cost they can’t effort it.

Features of Samsung galaxy note

 Network   3G           
 Size  146.9*83*937mm
 Operating System  Android OS
 Weight  178gm
 Display Screen Size  5.3 inch Super Toch Screen
 Screen Resolution  800*1280 pixel
 Memory  1GB Ram
 Bluetooth  v3.0+h
 Primary Camera  
 Secondary Camera		  8mp
 2mp
 Battery  2500 MAH Standard
 Available In Colours  Black and White
 Price  Rs. 35,000

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How To Make Android Phone Faster

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Android is an unforgettable milestone in the magical era of  smartphones and tabs. It came into market like lightning and roared like thunder, beating all other old mobile operating systems in less time.
The entry of android made companies like samsung, motorola, sony and htc to manufacture smartphones which can really threaten Apple products like iPhone and iPad being strong competators for them. This avoided apple�s monopoly in the smartphone world!
Many phones and tabs we use nowadays are powered by android. Use use android phones for many things like Gaming, Multimedia,  Mobile Broadband etc.
I will try to list out some basic tips for you to make them work faster and better.
1. Be wise while using task killers:
Do not use task killers to close all open apps at a time,close only unwanted apps like games and useless apps (i personally feel inbuilt apps like daily breifing as useless as I never use it on my phone, still it keeps on opening itself and tries connecting to internet). Never force close apps like gtalk,gmail,gallery, etc because it makes your phone lag as when you open those apps again, they needs to be loaded back again to your ram. So keep those apps open which you use often. It boosts your phone.
2. Try to avoid antivirus:
It may seem crazy for you, but its true. Antivirus applications always make your phone lag by peeking into every task you perform on your phone. If it is really necessary for you to use an antivirus on your android device, minimize its operation.
3. Dont install non-market apps:
Android is not so strict like iTunes, android market welcomes all apps which are spam free. So always limit the installation only within market.
4. Turn off gps:
Turn off your gps connection when ever it is not in use. I expect gps to use more phone resources than other features use. Shutting down your gps not only boost your device performance, it also increases battery backup of your phone.
5. Turn off window animation:
Turn off animations on your phone or atleast limit them to mimimum animations.Animations for every move on your phone causes more ram usage.
6. Do not use live wallpaper:
This is really an important thing to note, I have tried many times, when ever I use live wallpapers on my android devices, they take more time to respond.
7. Limit widgets and app shortcuts:Do not spam your homescreen with unwanted widgets and more app shortcuts.

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