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

Is it worth it to get an Android phone without the 3G data plan (only EDGE data)? [more inside]
posted by kenliu on Nov 5, 2009 - 12 answers

I have about 30 surplus SIM cards, all for AT&T. They are new and unused SIM cards. Is there any life for new SIM cards with no account on them? [more inside]
posted by msbutah on Nov 4, 2009 - 5 answers

Phonefilter: Help me choose a new smartphone with QWERTY keyboard. Primarily for email, some browsing, calendars. Constraints: in the UK, contract may be a problem, need to use overseas a lot, I rarely use the phone part, don't want an iPhone. [more inside]
posted by wingless_angel on Oct 24, 2009 - 10 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

How can I make sure my iPhone 3G doesn't transfer *any* internet data while retaining phone, texting and Wi-Fi capability? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Aug 19, 2009 - 12 answers

What is the best flat calling rate pan-European GSM SIM card for temporary use? Two people with iPhone 2G (iPhone1,1) quad band unlocked phones will be in Europe for one month. We want voice and SMS only, not GPRS data, and the ability to add credit to either phone by scratch cards... [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Aug 11, 2009 - 4 answers

Why won't this text message go through? (Australian to Canadian phone.) [more inside]
posted by Flying Squirrel on Jul 25, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm writing a crime story and need to know the following detail about phone records: Let's say I live in Dallas, but while I'm visiting New York I call Joe using my mobile phone. Because there has been a crime committed, the police have subpoenaed Joe's phone records. MY QUESTION: When they see the record of the call, will the police know that the phone call originated from New York instead of Dallas?
posted by bagadonuts on Jul 15, 2009 - 12 answers

How do I locate the contacts I've just sync'ed from my smartphone (Windows Mobile 6.1) on my PC? [more inside]
posted by Marquis on Jul 13, 2009 - 3 answers

So I dropped my iPhone and the screen shattered. Now what? What should I buy and how does it affect my ATT contract? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Jul 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Three iPhone keyboard questions: Bluetooth keyboard support in 3.0? Any product announcements? Support for 2G iPhones? [more inside]
posted by exhilaration on Jun 25, 2009 - 2 answers

What is life like without mobile phones? Is it practical? Will people hate me? [more inside]
posted by curious_yellow on Jun 19, 2009 - 43 answers

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

Where can I buy a cheap unlocked GSM 900/1800 mobile phone (one that will work in Europe with prepaid SIM cards) in Manhattan? I'm looking to spend less than $50, if such a thing is possible.
posted by enoent on Apr 24, 2009 - 12 answers

What applications/software for your mobile device did you find useful/essential for travelling? [more inside]
posted by zaebiz on Mar 31, 2009 - 2 answers

UK mobile phone filter: What is a good pay-as-you-go tariff for the emergency mobile phone of an elderly person who will scarcely ever call out? (We have got him one of the RNIB easy-to-read phones that is not locked to a network.)
posted by Idcoytco on Mar 27, 2009 - 3 answers

I have an LG Renoir that I want to use in the gym as an MP3 player. How do i make it differentiate music from ringtones? [more inside]
posted by anonaccount on Mar 25, 2009 - 1 answer

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

SoftwareFilter: Help me find two apps for my Windows Mobile 5 Phone: 1) free simple backup solution that does not require me to install outlook on my computer. 2) a really good dictionary [more inside]
posted by DetonatedManiac on Feb 6, 2009 - 3 answers

Help me find a cheap, reliable, standard phone for use on AT&T. I need to find something cheap so I can sell my iPhone. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Jan 15, 2009 - 13 answers

UK Mobile phone monthly contract recommendations? [more inside]
posted by djgh on Jan 13, 2009 - 4 answers

Help me find a moderately cheap phone for use on AT&T. I'm taking my iPhone back. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Jan 6, 2009 - 16 answers

So I bought an iPhone for AT&T and it is aggravating. I need something else. What do you suggest? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Dec 19, 2008 - 19 answers

I've recently bought a brand new LG KC10 renoir phone, and Orange UK have locked it, so that I can't use any other simcards, any ideas how to free myself from Orange's shackles? [more inside]
posted by the_epicurean on Dec 15, 2008 - 3 answers

Hi. I'm just wondering if anyone can recommend a programme to record mobile phone calls i make so that i can edit them in Garageband on my mac? Do i need a specific attachment for my mobile/cellphone?
posted by peatree on Dec 13, 2008 - 5 answers

I will need a mobile phone in Germany for a two week trip, but need the number NOW; what are my options and how does that translate to SIM / top-up jargon? [more inside]
posted by intermod on Dec 9, 2008 - 7 answers

Last night, a friend accidentally spilled a drink over my mobile phone. Now it sort of works. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by jhighmore on Dec 2, 2008 - 8 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

Narrowed my phone choices down to: iPhone, Blackberry Bold, and Samsung Omnia. Which one should I get? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Nov 29, 2008 - 38 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

I need a suggestion for a mobile phone that is very intuitive, has GPS and is a camera phone. Bonus points if it's kinda like OnStar, speaking directions aloud, and is affordable--under $250--although I don't know if that is possible...you tell me. [more inside]
posted by mumstheword on Sep 4, 2008 - 6 answers

Where can I buy a new, 3G iPhone for the Optus network (in Australia) without having to sign a contract? Optus certainly won't let me... [more inside]
posted by TooManyGadgets on Aug 31, 2008 - 7 answers

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

How do I cancel my contract with Verizon before my contract is up? [more inside]
posted by afx114 on Jul 9, 2008 - 15 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

While waiting for the new iPhone, I sold my old one. Now I'm back on a Cingular (HTC) 8125 with Windows Mobile 5 (it can't be upgraded to 6!) And I want to make the best of it without spending any money. I'm on a Mac, so I need to figure out the best way to deal with that, too. [more inside]
posted by Gideon on Jun 29, 2008 - 11 answers

UK phone fraud: Someone stole my phone and rang up £3000 of calls to Nigeria. The phone company says it's my fault for not keeping tabs on the phone and I have to pay it. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
posted by Drexen on Jun 27, 2008 - 24 answers

It's come the time to buy a new cellphone. I have a RAZR V2 and it's falling apart. My Verizon contract is up in November. Should I re-up with Verizon and stay on my family plan or should I break off and/or go to another carrier? And what phone should I look into? All I know is that I do not want a huge fold out QWERTY keyboard like a 16-year-old girl with a Sidekick and probably do not want a Motorola. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Jun 23, 2008 - 29 answers

Phone from China, SIM card in the US: what do I need to know to make sure I have a working cell phone when I return to the US for a month or two this summer? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer on Jun 4, 2008 - 6 answers

Can you recommend streaming music services/sites - for mobile phones? [more inside]
posted by bartleby on Apr 21, 2008 - 5 answers

Does anyone out there own a Nokia 5300? My screen broke and I need someone to walk me through a couple of steps so I can use it "blind"! [more inside]
posted by pablocake on Apr 12, 2008 - 6 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