I'd like your input on choosing a smartphone. The biggest priority is access to my email and calendar on Groupwise. I strongly prefer a physical keyboard, also. [more inside]
posted by puritycontrol on Dec 3, 2009 - 7 answers

I would like to buy a nice new cell phone with a physical keyboard to replace a broken G1. Please help me with any knowledge about the Droid or the Cliq or any other suggestions you may have! [more inside]
posted by Greg Nog on Dec 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Can I buy a mobile phone in Mexico and use it in Australia? [more inside]
posted by Admira on Dec 1, 2009 - 3 answers

Trying to flash a W595 Sony Ericsson (A2) based Phone but can't get it working [more inside]
posted by complience on Nov 4, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for a cheap pay-as-you-go or pre-paid plan, to use until the end of December. I have a Motrola Razr (v3r, or something like it, as I recall), which I used to use with T-Mobile, although I'm not opposed to buying a cheap phone for the interim (although it'd have to very cheap). What are my options? [more inside]
posted by Busoni on Oct 2, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm thinking about buying the Sonim XP3. Does anyone here own one or know someone that does? Asking primarily because I'll have to order it online; the only store carrying it is on back order and I can't futz with it before buying. [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob on Sep 17, 2009 - 0 answers

If someone calls my mobile, and instead of pressing a button to answer it I press the one that mutes/silence/stop their call (such as if it's vibrating or ringing, and I can't or don't want to answer it)... do they know that I've deliberately muted/silenced their call or will it keep on ringing along merrily for them until voicemail voice kicks in?
posted by Jimmie on Aug 31, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm about to start work in an electronics shop (mobile phones, hifis, computers etc) and would love some tips. [more inside]
posted by dance on Aug 21, 2009 - 6 answers

Is there any (genuine) way to improve my cell/mobile phone signal? [more inside]
posted by twine42 on Jun 13, 2009 - 4 answers

What's the best current Verizon phone for me? [more inside]
posted by attercoppe on Mar 6, 2009 - 20 answers

I am looking for a new *wired* headset (headphone / microphone) for my cellphone... My current cellphone is a Samsung SCH-R430 (also called a MyShot). The thing that makes it hard is that this phone has a proprietary headphone jack (see picture here) - not a standard one. [more inside]
posted by olddogeyes on Feb 10, 2009 - 3 answers

My international cell phone provider (Airtel in India) insists that I can get uncharged toll-free calls while roaming in the US and Canada. It sounds too good to be true. Can you shed some light on this for me? [more inside]
posted by smersh on Nov 30, 2008 - 4 answers

Currently, I'm on O2 Simplicity, which is a SIM only, 30 day pay monthly rolling contract. I'm looking to switch to Orange's Dolphin 30 (18 months pay monthly). How do I keep my number? [more inside]
posted by dragontail on Nov 9, 2008 - 2 answers

What are the best sources of information for someone new to building websites aimed at mobile/cell phones? [more inside]
posted by zingzangzung on Nov 6, 2008 - 3 answers

Did you ever install an application on your RAZR2 V8? If you did (or know how to), could you please tell me how? [more inside]
posted by Solomon on Oct 21, 2008 - 4 answers

Should I get the T-mobile G1 with Google Android? Is there some cooler second generation Android phone coming out in the next 3-4 months that I should be holding out for? [more inside]
posted by jrishel on Oct 6, 2008 - 9 answers

How do I sync my notes in my Blackberry Curve's memopad to a web-based service? [more inside]
posted by aebaxter on Aug 20, 2008 - 2 answers

What cell phone plan should I take in BC, Canada? [more inside]
posted by ouchitburns on Aug 13, 2008 - 11 answers

Should i buy a 3G, buy a 2G (Gen1), other device or wait? [more inside]
posted by AMP583 on Aug 13, 2008 - 19 answers

Fiance and I need a cheap method of keeping in touch via email and/or instant message -- mobile-ly. [more inside]
posted by aleahey on Jul 19, 2008 - 13 answers

How simple is it for an at&t member switch to an iPhone if he's not the account holder? [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Jul 2, 2008 - 7 answers

What are my options for one week of cell phone in London? [more inside]
posted by morallybass on May 19, 2008 - 9 answers

What is the best prepaid cell phone plan with lowest recurring cost per being the deciding factor? [more inside]
posted by swarkentien on Apr 5, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm looking for a cell phone plan similar to Cricket's Choice plan (emphasis on the lack of an annual contract,) that is available in the Twin Cities. Bonus points if it's a service portable to Phoenix, AZ.
posted by charmston on Mar 11, 2008 - 2 answers

Best rates / strategies for calling a mobile in Portugal from the US [more inside]
posted by pandaharma on Feb 24, 2008 - 4 answers

I have serious tech lust. I think I want to get the American version of the Nokia N95. Please help me decide if this is the phone for me. [more inside]
posted by zerobyproxy on Dec 20, 2007 - 14 answers

I'm probably moving back to the U.S. in August or September. I'm visiting this week and again in late March/early April. I already have a UK tri-band GSM phone. What should I do to get mobile phone coverage in the U.S.? [more inside]
posted by grouse on Dec 18, 2007 - 8 answers

I have a US cell phone (LG Muziq, Sprint is the provider). I would REALLY like to be able to read Japanese web pages on it, but whenever I surf to a page with Japanese text it just shows up as garbage. I've installed Opera Mini on my phone, but that didn't help, even though the demo on their website does show Japanese characters. Is there any way to get this to work? I don't need to be able to type in Japanese, or send Japanese text messages. I just want to be able to read Japanese web pages. If I can't do this on the phone directly, then maybe there's another website I could visit that would convert the Japanese text to images?
posted by Vorteks on Nov 29, 2007 - 4 answers

So I love my blackberry pearl 8100 but I've had it with all of RIM's bluetooth crippling and limitations. I want a phone the exact same size with a great keyboard that does email, bluetooth and works with T-Mobile. Ring it up MeFites. [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Oct 29, 2007 - 14 answers

Can anyone recommend a phone for tethered EDGE data use with a PC, and basic voice calls? GSM, T-Mobile, Motorola preferred but not absolutely required. I've done some research but I'm a bit confused. [more inside]
posted by Kadin2048 on Oct 8, 2007 - 4 answers

Why have some (but not all) of my Bluetooth speed dials stopped working? [more inside]
posted by timpollard on Sep 6, 2007 - 0 answers

Whats the best cell/mobile phone camera for streetphotography/interior snapshots ? [more inside]
posted by sgt.serenity on Aug 17, 2007 - 8 answers

I have had an LG cu320 phone for about 1.5 years, so it's out of warranty and I stupidly (or arrogantly) did not get insurance for the phone. Now an internal part is broken which has rendered the screen completely white and LG won't send me (the customer) the part and can only suggest I send it to them to repair, which would cost a *minimum* of $35. [more inside]
posted by pontouf on Aug 2, 2007 - 13 answers

There must be a great way for me to get driving directions via cell phone, right? [more inside]
posted by thatguyryan on Jul 4, 2007 - 12 answers

I know that phone numbers can be moved from carrier to carrier, but I'm moving outside the country for a while. Can I "park" my fantastic mobile number and reclaim it when I return? [more inside]
posted by cmiller on Jun 21, 2007 - 10 answers

Is there a free method to "debrand" a phone? (And is there OS X software?) [more inside]
posted by stance on Apr 22, 2007 - 5 answers

Help me find the perfect convergence communication device (i.e. phone!) to make my nerdlife complete while I'm (endlessly) on the road. Hours upon hours of searching have turned up naught and I'm getting desperate. [more inside]
posted by TheNewWazoo on Mar 27, 2007 - 13 answers

Help! Opening any text messages or emails displays a blank white screen on my Cingular 2125 (HTC Faraday) Windows Mobile 5 smartphone. [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 on Mar 14, 2007 - 4 answers

Please help me find a PDA/phone combo that handles instant messaging decently. [more inside]
posted by tkolstee on Dec 6, 2006 - 12 answers

I've assassinated two Blackberry 7105 devices, and it's obvious I can't get out of carrying one. But my boss graciously did not make me pay for them, and I'll actually feel bad if I break the new one. Can the MeFi digerati recommend a protective carrying case? [more inside]
posted by maniabug on Aug 30, 2006 - 8 answers

How can I save money sending hundreds of SMS messages (and making occasional phonecalls) from my UK mobile phone to a USA cell? [more inside]
posted by Marquis on Jul 16, 2006 - 9 answers

What awesome services are there for cell phones? [more inside]
posted by IndigoRain on Jul 15, 2006 - 8 answers

Is there an independent WAP or GPRS service provider in US esp NYC area? [more inside]
posted by andrewyakovlev on Jun 16, 2006 - 2 answers

I've never had a landline -- just a mobile for the past decade. I got married last year, and the little lady has a landline. We need one where we live, since there's no mobile service. So I forward my calls to the home line when I'm home. The problem is that if I don't answer the phone, the voice mail service doesn't work. How can I make these two work together? [more inside]
posted by waldo on Apr 12, 2006 - 9 answers

Cell phone charging stand with extra loud ringer - does it exist? [more inside]
posted by teg on Feb 27, 2006 - 5 answers

I'm looking for a web-based to-do application with a few very specific features, but, essentially, one that's almost a del.icio.us clone and is very much centralized not on categories, but on tags. [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Feb 7, 2006 - 6 answers

Help me pick a new cell phone. [more inside]
posted by Vidiot on Sep 20, 2005 - 12 answers

Cell phone surveillance... just heard what must be an urban myth: that police have the capability to use your cellphone as a listening device and that even if the power is off, that the device can be powered up remotely. The person who passed this information takes out his battery to ensure that his conversations are not monitored. I have heard of aliens monitoring brainwaves through metal fillings, but this seems over the top. Any truth?
posted by swamperro on Aug 23, 2005 - 40 answers

Help with mobile phones wanted... How can I download pictures taken with my camera phone? [more inside]
posted by jonathanbell on Jun 23, 2005 - 8 answers

What are the best cell phones and plans available? [more inside]
posted by foraneagle2 on Jun 11, 2005 - 15 answers