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Broadband Analog Telephone Adapters (ATA)

2010-05-19T22:36:00.001-07:00

As the name implies, Analog Telephone Adapters are devices which convert the analog signals generated by your conventional telephone into digital 'data packet' signals that can be carried via the Internet. Conversely, they also translate the digital signals received by your Internet Connection into Analog signals that you hear through your conventional Telephone Handset.

The primary advantage of these devices is that they enable you to use your existing analog telephones to make cheap VoIP calls (this includes 'cordless as well as 'corded' models).

Analog Telephone Adapters come in a variety of models and interfaces. The majority of these devices are aimed at high-speed Internet Users insofar as they usually incorporate a Network or 'Ethernet' (RJ45) input and a conventional (RJ11) telephone jack output (into which you'd plug your conventional phone). The beauty of this design is that your computer doesn't need to be switched 'on' in order to make and receive calls.

USB Phones

2010-05-19T22:35:00.000-07:00

USB Phones are quickly becoming the most popular VoIP device for PC to Phone users. Low cost and ease of use combined with the familiar layout of a conventional telephone handset contributes to the USB phones' popularity.

USB phones are quite simple. They are essentially an integrated speaker, microphone and keypad which interfaces with your computer via a vacant USB port. USB VoIP phones typically resemble their conventional telephone handset counterparts and function in much the same way.

The main drawback associated with USB VoIP phones is that your computer needs to be turned 'on' in order for the USB handset to function. Whilst this generally won't be a problem for the majority of 'high-speed' Internet users (i.e., users with 'always-on' Internet connections), for those of us on 'dial-up' Internet connections, this may prove more than a 'little' annoying.

Another drawback associated with USB VoIP Phones is that not all PC to Phone Service Providers support their use. Check with your vendor and/or PC to Phone Service Provider to ensure that your USB Phone is supported.

USB Phones typically start at around $25 USD and increase depending on the model and manufacturer. Expect to pay a little more for a USB VoIP Phone that incorporates an LED or LCD display.

PAP2 Factory Reset

2010-05-19T22:26:00.001-07:00

WARNING! If you're using an unlocked PAP2 previously supplied by Vonage, your adapter will revert back to the settings from the factory after resetting and will immediately attempt to 'phone home', re-provisioning itself from Vonage! If you'd like to reset your PAP2 then re-unlock it, make sure that you disconnect it from the Internet prior to performing a factory reset!

Resetting your PAP2 to its factory default settings (often referred to as a 'hard reset') is done via the built-in IVR (Interactive Voice Response) menu. To access the IVR, simply pick up a telephone that is connected to the PAP2 and dial:

* * * *

(yep, 4 stars) This will activate the IVR 'Configuration Menu' (you'll hear a voice tell you this) after which point, simply press the following sequence of keys to 'factory reset' your PAP2:

7 3 7 3 8 #

Funnily enough, the above key sequence spells 'R E S E T', followed by a #. You'll be asked to confirm your selection - simply press 1 to continue. That's it.

PAP2 Speed Dial
The PAP2 has provision for 8 'speed dial' numbers or SIP addresses. In the PAP2s web-based administration pages, they're numbered 2 thru 9 (with number 1 seemingly inaccessible - hence 8 'useful' memory slots). The speed dial settings can be programmed either via a telephone connected to the PAP2 (IVR), or via the PAP2 web-based administration pages.

Method 1 (IVR): Programming the speed dial via a PAP2-connected telephone
Step 1: The Linksys PAP2 has provision for two telephone lines and each line can hold up to 8 speed dial numbers. To program a speed dial on line one, pick up a phone connected to line one and dial *74. You should immediately hear a steady tone at which point you should assign the speed dial memory number (i.e., any number between 2 and 9 inclusive). After assigning the memory number, you should immediately hear the same steady tone and at this point, enter the full telephone number that you'd like to program (area code and number). I should mention that the way in which you program your speed dial number will vary depending on your dial plan. As a general rule, if you're dial plan allows for standard North American dialing, simply dial 1 followed by the area code and number. If you're programming an international number, dial 011 then the country code, area code and number.

For example, to program (416)555-1212 into speed dial slot number 2 on line one, do the following:

1.Pick up line one and dial *74
2.You should immediately hear a steady tone at which point, press 2 (the memory slot into which we want to program our speed dial number)
3.dial 14165551212
4.That's it!
Step 2: To dial the speed dial number that you programmed in step 1, simply press the single digit memory slot assigned to that number, followed by the # key. For example, to dial the example number from step one (416-555-1212), dial 2# (the memory slot assigned to that number, followed by the # button)

Method 2 (web admin): Programming the Speed Dial via the PAP2 built-in web administration pages
Speed dial numbers can be assigned using the built-in web server function of the PAP2. To access this feature, you'll need to log-in to your PAP2 as either a 'User' or 'Administrator' and navigate to the 'Advanced View' of either the 'User 1' or User 2' page (User 1 represents speed dial settings for line 1 while User 2 represents speed dial settings for Line 2). Once in the appropriate page, you'll see the 8 speed dial memory slots to the right of the 'Speed Dial Settings' tab. Simply type the full number that you'd like to assign to each slot (appropriate to your dial plan) and click the 'save settings' button at the bottom of the page. Once saved, your speed dial numbers can be accessed in the same fashion as those assigned in Method 1. Simply press the memory slot to which you assigned your number, followed by the # key. SIP Dialing can be accomplished by typing the SIP address of the person to whom you'd like to call in one of the Speed dial memory slots in lieu of a conventional number. Note: In order for SIP dialing to work, your VoIP Service Provider(s) needs to support this feature.

Linksys PAP2 Dial Plan Basics Part 3

2010-05-19T22:24:00.002-07:00

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•011[2-9]x.: This part of the dial plan allows for international calls. Let's break it down a little further.
011: The international dialing prefix for North America

[2-9]: Any single number from 2 to 9 inclusive (i.e., a 2,3,4,5,6,7,8 or a 9). In this case, the first digit in the country code we're calling

x: Any single digit from 0-9 inclusive

.: the Period at the end of the above sequence represents that the preceding digit can be repeated one or more times. In the above example, the preceding digit is an 'x' representing any single number from 0-9 inclusive. Therefore, by placing a period '.' after the 'x', the dial plan is allowing for any number to be processed one or more times.

So as an example, dialing 01161292251919 would satisfy the dial plan since it allows for '011' followed by any single digit between 2 and 9 inclusive (in this case, a '6'), followed by any combination of numbers 'x.'. Note: Even though the plan allows for an unlimited number of digits to be dialed given the period after the 'x', your VoIP service provider is expecting you to dial a certain number of digits maximum and may not know hot to handle your call if you keep pressing numbers beyond what they're expecting.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•|:As stated previously, the '|' in a dial plan merely separates each component of that dial plan.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx: This part of the dial plan allows for the dialing of North American long distance numbers. Here's a breakdown again:

1: The long distance prefix in North America

[2-9]: Any single number between 2 & 9 inclusive. In this part of the dial plan, this digit represents the first number in the area code of the number we're calling

xx: any two numbers (0-9 inclusive)

[2-9]: Any single number between 2 & 9 inclusive. In this part of the dial plan, this digit represents the first number in the phone number (immediately after the 3 digit area code).

xxxxxx: Any 6 number combination. These represent the last 6 digits in the phone number we're calling.

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•|:As stated previously, the '|' in a dial plan merely separates each component of that dial plan.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>SO|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•1900xxxxxxx!: This last part of the dial plan is one that blocks access to certain numbers (The '!' denotes 'block access' to the preceding sequence of dialed numbers). So in this case, 1900 followed by any 7 digit numerical sequence is not allowed to be dialed using my PAP2 and is hence, blocked.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•): The close bracket ')' denotes the end of the dial plan and must be used at the end of your string.
What if I dial a number not allowed for in the Dial Plan?
If you happen to punch a sequence of numbers and/or characters not allowed for in your dial plan, you'll most likely hear a fast busy signal in your telephone handset.

How about calls to Directory Assistance, repair and the like (e.g., 411)?
No problem! Just add the following into your dial plan somewhere:

|<411:17805551212>|

Where 17805551212 represents directory assistance for my area code. Simply substitute the 780 (my area code) section with your own area code. Remember? If you dial 411 in the above example, your PAP2 will interpret that in the dial plan and transparently dial 17805551212 for you.

Linksys PAP2 Dial Plan Basics Part 2

2010-05-19T22:24:00.000-07:00

What Do the Numbers Mean?
Most Session Internet Protocol (SIP) VoIP ATAs provide means for users to modify their dial plans. Whilst dial plans for Linksys/Sipura SIP ATAs will differ from say Leadtek devices, there are some commonalities between VoIP devices from differing manufacturers. Probably the best way to explain the basics of VoIP dial plans is to decipher a reasonably common one that you can adapt to suit your needs. I recommend that you follow along with a piece of paper and writing implement so that you can craft a custom dial plan string as you read. On that note, let's revisit the example dial plan that I touched on briefly:

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

There are three things that you need to know before we begin. Firstly, in the above example both my VoIP Provider and I are located in North America. Secondly, I live in Northern Alberta, Canada where the local area code is '780'. Third and finally, your PAP2 will interpret the dial plan in the order that it's written (i.e., from left to right). In other words, if you dial a sequence of numbers that could 'fit' more than one section of the dial plan, the PAP2 will use the first numerical sequence that 'fits' in order to process your key inputs.
OK, let's break down that previously mentioned dial plan and highlight the features that we'll talk about in detail.

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•(: To begin with, the entire dial plan must be enclosed within a pair of brackets '()'. So, go ahead and jot down an open bracket '(' on a piece of paper to begin.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0: This first component in this string is extremely useful. Let's have a closer look:
<:1780>

This part of the dial plan is telling the PAP2 to replace any characters within the <> brackets before the :,with what's written after the :. So in this case, there isn't anything written before the :, yet 1780 is written after the :. So it's telling the PAP2 to prefix all numbers that match the remainder of the dial plan string ([2-4]xxxxxxSO) with '1780'. Let's look at the next part:

[2-4]

Anything enclosed within '[]' brackets represents 1 number. In the above case, it's a number range allowing either a 2,3 or 4 to fit the dial plan. In other words, if I pick up the phone and dial a '3' as the first character, this fits the first part of the dial plan.

xxxxxx

In PAP2 dial plans, an 'x' represents any single number between 0 and 9. In the case of the above (xxxxxx), any six individual numerical digits would match the dial plan. e.g., 123456, 654321, 555555, etc.

S0

S0 (S followed by the number 0) represents 'Straight Out'. So this part of the dial plan is saying to your PAP2 that should a person dial a sequence of keys that 'fit' the above portion of the dial plan, process the call immediately (i.e., without waiting for more digits to be pressed on the keypad).

This first section of the dial plan allows me to dial local numbers within my calling area without dialing the area code and number first. In my city (area code 780), I know that all local calls begin with either a 2,3 or 4 (Hence the [2-4] numerical range for the first digit). Following the first digit, there are 6 more digits to dial for a local number for a total of 7 including the first. So this first part of the dial plan is saying that if I dial a 7 digit number that begins with either a 2,3 or 4, my PAP2 should transparently add '1780' at the beginning of that number and send it 'Straight Out'. Clear as mud?

Ok, don't worry if that's not making perfect sense just yet. Read on and we'll see if we can alleviate your concerns.

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•|: The '|' in a dial plan merely separates each component of that dial plan.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx |<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•*xx: Okay, this next part of the dial plan allows me to use calling features on my phone such as *69 etc. The * represents the * key on your telephone while the x represents any number from 0 to 9 (as stated previously). So, this tells the PAP2 to allow me to dial the Star key followed by any two sequence of numbers. Note: Even though my dial plan allows for call feature management, my VoIP service provider must also allow for these features in order for them to work.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•|:As stated previously, the '|' in a dial plan merely separates each component of that dial plan.
(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•<911:17804213333>S0: Ok, this component of the dial plan deals with handling of calls to emergency services (911). In this example, dialing '911' tells the PAP2 to dial '17804213333' transparently and send the call Straight Out (without delay). If you live in Australia, and your VoIP provider was in North America this section of your dial plan may look something like this:
<000:011612131444>

Where '000' represents the emergency calling number in Australia and '011612131444' represents the international dialing prefix '011' (remember, in this example the VoIP provider is in North America and expecting you to dial an international sequence in order to reach someone in Australia - police or otherwise), country code for Australia '61' area code for Sydney (2) and the number for the NSW police service '131444'. Note: there are some obvious limitations to using your PAP2 to make calls to emergency services. Firstly, the emergency operator won't see accurate information regarding your location on his or her computer screen. Secondly, the call won't necessarily go to an emergency operator in the first place! The number you put behind the colon ':' will govern where calls to the emergency services are routed by your PAP2.

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>SO|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

•|:As stated previously, the '|' in a dial plan merely separates each component of that dial plan.

Linksys PAP2 Dial Plan Basics Part 1

2010-05-19T22:23:00.000-07:00

As with most ATAs (Analog Telephone Adapters), the Linksys PAP2 is an extremely versatile and customizable piece of VoIP equipment. In April of 2005, Cisco Systems (The parent company of Linksys) bought the privately-held VoIP company, Sipura. This resulted in the 're branding' of Sipura and integration of the Sipura product line into the Linksys family. As a result, the Linksys PAP2, shares many commonalities (though few cosmetic) with the Sipura line of ATAs and the Dial Plan basics that I'll be talking about also relate to some of the Sipura VoIP adapters (e.g., the SPA-2000 line).

I should point out that this tutorial is by no means intended as an authoritative text on Linksys/Sipura dial plans. The purpose is merely to assist you in writing a basic dial plan that will help you to customize your VoIP adapter and provide a foundation on which you can build should you wish to create more customized dial plans.

What is a Dial Plan?
A Dial Plan is a string of characters that governs the way your PAP2 processes inputs received from your telephone keypad. In North America for example, direct-dial long distance calls made from the Public Switch Telephone Network (PSTN - conventional land lines) are generally made in the following order:

1.'1'
2.'Area Code'
3.'Number'
On the other hand, if you happen to reside in Australia things are a little different. To call another long-distance location within Australia, you'd dial in the following format:

1.'0'
2.'Area Code'
3.'Number'
Now, let's for argument sake say that you live in Australia, yet your VoIP service provider is based in North America (a very real scenario given the nature of the Internet!). Even though you'd normally dial '0' + the 'Area code' and 'number' for your call to another destination within Australia, your VoIP service provider is expecting you to dial in the same fashion as you would had you been living in North America (e.g., to call a number in Australia, you'd dial '011' (the international prefix) followed by '61' (the country code for Australia) followed by the Area code and number. Herein lies the beauty of a dial plan - your PAP2 can be programmed to translate the local dialing and feature settings to which you're accustomed to the format that your VoIP service provider is expecting to terminate the call. In other words, you can craft a dial plan that will enable you to dial local numbers on your VoIP connected phone in the same fashion as you would had you been dialing from a PSTN connected telephone, regardless of who or where your VoIP Service Provider is located.

Here's an example dial plan that I use. Don't be too concerned about what all the characters mean at this point - I'll break it down shortly.

(<:1780>[2-4]xxxxxxS0|*xx|<911:17804213333>S0|011[2-9]x.|1[2-9]xx[2-9]xxxxxx|1900xxxxxxx!)

Do I need a Dial Plan?

If you've decided to use your PAP2 with a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) VoIP Service Provider, you'll likely need a customized dial plan string.

Revisiting the scenario where you reside in Australia, yet your VoIP Provider is located in North America, another good reason for a customized dial plan is the handling of calls to emergency services. In North America, emergency calls are dialed as '911' whereas in Australia, calls to the emergency services are dialed as '000'. Now, your VoIP ATA is unable to discern the gravity and subsequent routing of calls to emergency services however your PAP2 can be programmed to route 911 calls to your local emergency services operator through your dial plan string.

Where do I find my Dial Plan?
Assuming that you own a PAP2-NA (not VoIP provider specific) or have unlocked your PAP2 supplied by a VoIP Provider, you should have access to the 'Admin Login' and subsequent 'Advanced View' settings. The dial plans that you create are 'Line Specific' - i.e., each line can have a different dial plan. Firstly, navigate to the Telephone line number (Line 1 or Line 2) for which you'd like to modify the dial plan:

Towards the bottom of the page, you should see an area marked 'Dial Plan' as in the following image:

How to market an iPhone App

2010-03-28T08:58:00.001-07:00

In the iPhone becomes the prime smart phone for mobile devices in the U.S. Most recently, she has added to its effectiveness as a 3G connection, and more battery life, so that even users of smartphones to date. For this reason, Apple iPhone market has increased. I found it incredibly difficult to avoid in the last commercial use of iPhone applications were held to find a restaurant in the food preference.

In the iPhone applications on the market seems to be as easy as entering a brochure by mail. But if you've tried, was not so easy. So some of the best ideas on how you can sell their iPhone applications.

Find your audience

What people who use the products? How does your product to meet the needs of users of Apple iPhone? It is unique in its creation or improvement or an alternative to the existing software for the Apple iPhone? Do you know if your product will be popular with some users of Apple iPhone demographic?

There are forums in which users of iPhone here. Try to connect to a discussion among users. You can provide information on what programs are needed and that existing programs do not work. Use these forums and groups to consider the needs and what they want to benefit from the application. Select the brains of users. You can find more information about the user population.

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2010-03-28T08:57:00.000-07:00

I am beginning to see strong interest in a mini-clone of iPhone, including CECT KA08. People love the size of this phone, as well as a variety of colors for her. This is indeed a majority of all the functions of the most popular models on a small phone that easily fits in the palm of your hand. In this article I will go into the performance, functionality and price to this small clone iPhone Tiny.

This small size: I think that most people call this phone is a cute little size. Let's face it. There is no doubt that the iPhone is a kind of cumbersome. You can feel if you put it in your pocket. Or, peeks of your portfolio. He was too strong. In the KA08 has no such problems. He is literally the size of a bank or credit card. Weighs only 68 grams and is one of the youngest there. Thus, if the size of your main criterion, it would probably do quite happy.

Colors: Other support for this phone is the color options. Although we had a red, white, black, silver and gold, then, are less likely to see in hot pink or pastel pink, royal blue, or green apple. Nevertheless, all these colors are a reality with the spacecraft. Of course, you are still your red, black and white, too. And frankly, I think that the red and white looks best because of the high-gloss for this phone.

Features: If you like I9 find most of the features in this phone. This Quad band and dual active SIM. It has the characteristic of motion and tilt. It has Bluetooth, WAP, SMS, MMS, EMS, FM radio and e-book reader. Even in this small package, you will find music and video player. There is a written speech and voice dialing. You can assign pictures and ringtones for each contact. In the camera, web camera is a little update to 2.0 mega pixels.

But the fact that they are not Java (at least most of them on the market right now.) If you are dead set in relation to Java, then you might want to check I9 3G. In CECT I9 3G is too small (though not as small satellites), includes Java, has 10 pages of new icons, but also comes in red, white and black.

Price: This is an attractive price. Usually there are no problems found on less than $ 100, even with the 8GB. And, you can use any GSM SIM-card with the phone, including the payment of money or to pay You Go. This frees you from the contract or monthly bills, if you want to save on the price of the phone more than they initially save.
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Make Long Distance and free Calls from Your iPhone

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My cell is my main line of communication to keep connected to my family and friends. When you're on the road, sometimes you have to make calls, even if the person you are calling, very close to its local phone region. This may entail additional costs on their monthly phone plan.

Have you ever noticed that most people do not keep in contact as much as before due to the fact that they do not want to pay for long distance calls. It is unfortunate that some people do not want to make even a business card to hear the voice of a close friend or family member. Text messaging is one of the ways people around this and still keep in touch with your contacts.

I learned that you can make calls from your mobile phone Skype. Skype VoIP is a service that allows you to connect to another via an Internet connection. Now you can download the Skype application for iPhone and IPod touch.

What you get with Skype for iPhone

* Free Skype to Skype calls in WiFi Hotspot
* Get great rates on calls to landlines and mobile phones
* Find a friend on the Internet and send and receive instant messages

Make Long Distance and free Calls from Your iPhone

2010-03-28T08:55:00.001-07:00

My cell is my main line of communication to keep connected to my family and friends. When you're on the road, sometimes you have to make calls, even if the person you are calling, very close to its local phone region. This may entail additional costs on their monthly phone plan.

Have you ever noticed that most people do not keep in contact as much as before due to the fact that they do not want to pay for long distance calls. It is unfortunate that some people do not want to make even a business card to hear the voice of a close friend or family member. Text messaging is one of the ways people around this and still keep in touch with your contacts.

I learned that you can make calls from your mobile phone Skype. Skype VoIP is a service that allows you to connect to another via an Internet connection. Now you can download the Skype application for iPhone and IPod touch.

What you get with Skype for iPhone

* Free Skype to Skype calls in WiFi Hotspot
* Get great rates on calls to landlines and mobile phones
* Find a friend on the Internet and send and receive instant messages

How does it work?

When you log into your Skype account from any area of WiFi, you can use Skype, you can make calls, see who in the network and receive calls. You need to connect via 3G, WiFi, GPRS and Edge for the interaction with their contacts. Skype calls are free for other users of Skype. If you connect with users of Skype, rates are very minimal, and you can get a very low monthly subscription, if you prefer.

I am very surprised at how technology has become in recent years. Who would have thought that the current generation, who have access to such technology and comfort. I use Skype at any moment, and believe that service is very reliable.

Skype calls are not only for the iPhone is also compatible with other mobile products.

Skype has a lot of products and services that will enhance your communication experience.

Because you never know when a company like this will begin to charge for this great service, it is better to take advantage of these opportunities while you still can.

CECT KA08 Review - Look How Great This Mini iPhone Clone Is

2010-03-28T08:54:00.001-07:00

am beginning to see strong interest in a mini-clone of iPhone, including CECT KA08. People love the size of this phone, as well as a variety of colors for her. This is indeed a majority of all the functions of the most popular models on a small phone that easily fits in the palm of your hand. In this article I will go into the performance, functionality and price to this small clone iPhone Tiny.

This small size: I think that most people call this phone is a cute little size. Let's face it. There is no doubt that the iPhone is a kind of cumbersome. You can feel if you put it in your pocket. Or, peeks of your portfolio. He was too strong. In the KA08 has no such problems. He is literally the size of a bank or credit card. Weighs only 68 grams and is one of the youngest there. Thus, if the size of your main criterion, it would probably do quite happy.

Colors: Other support for this phone is the color options. Although we had a red, white, black, silver and gold, then, are less likely to see in hot pink or pastel pink, royal blue, or green apple. Nevertheless, all these colors are a reality with the spacecraft. Of course, you are still your red, black and white, too. And frankly, I think that the red and white looks best because of the high-gloss for this phone.

Features: If you like I9 find most of the features in this phone. This Quad band and dual active SIM. It has the characteristic of motion and tilt. It has Bluetooth, WAP, SMS, MMS, EMS, FM radio and e-book reader. Even in this small package, you will find music and video player. There is a written speech and voice dialing. You can assign pictures and ringtones for each contact. In the camera, web camera is a little update to 2.0 mega pixels.

But the fact that they are not Java (at least most of them on the market right now.) If you are dead set in relation to Java, then you might want to check I9 3G. In CECT I9 3G is too small (though not as small satellites), includes Java, has 10 pages of new icons, but also comes in red, white and black.

Performance: Like the majority of CECT's, speakers loudly about it. Touch the finger is sensitive and very fast browser, especially if you're using Opera Mini. The screen resolution is really excellent and it is remarkable that the viewing of the network in large flat screen. Frankly, I am skeptical about the benefits of this phone is small, but argues. The text is better than I thought, although I prefer using a stylus. And the size is good only when you want to throw it in your pocket and the realization of no more than that.

Price: This is an attractive price. Usually there are no problems found on less than $ 100, even with the 8GB. And, you can use any GSM SIM-card with the phone, including the payment of money or to pay You Go. This frees you from the contract or monthly bills, if you want to save on the price of the phone more than they initially save.

Free Apple iPhone App Store Apps 22-02

2010-03-28T08:53:00.001-07:00

Get them now while they’re hot! These iPhone apps have been recently reduced to the recession friendly price of free! There’s no word when these app prices will shoot back up (usually these freebies are only good for a couple of days as app publishers try to get a little publicity) so make no delay and point your iTunes to the App Store and get to downloading!

•Bruno Mandolesi’s iFirstAid Lite
•Raizlabs Corporation’s JetSetter
•Xiotex Studios’ Boxes
•Tulsi Mayala’s SpaceWar
•Sociag Project’s Ketchup Sniper
•MacTeo Studio’s Clopy
•RAMDreams’s iShuriken
•Odasoft’s Catcha Mouse

Apple expanding iPhone features

2010-03-28T08:52:00.001-07:00

Apple Inc. is broadening the ways that third-party software programmers can sell content on the iPhone.
Apple says software developers now will be able to create applications that have items for sale within them, such as electronic books or additional levels of a video game. Apple also said developers will be able to access the music within users' iPhone libraries, so songs they own can be included in games, for example.
The company unveiled the new tools along with the third generation of software for its iPhone during an event for journalists at its headquarters in Cupertino.

Apple launched the most recent iPhone last summer. The company sold 13.7 million iPhones in 2008. Apple shares were up $2.51, 2.6 percent, at $97.93 in afternoon trading.

iphone Sparkle IM

2010-03-28T08:51:00.002-07:00

Created by Genkii, Sparkle IM allows access to Second Life and Opensim virtual worlds over Wi-Fi or 3G. Log in to your Second Life or Opensim account and begin chatting right from your iPhone or iPod Touch.

Sparkle IM has these main features:

- Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch
- Send and receive IMs
- Send and receive offline IMs
- Region chat
- Send teleport requests
- Accept friend requests
- Change your start location
- Use over wifi or 3G

Sparkle IM supports Second Life, SL Beta Grid, OSGrid (Opensim), and any other custom server connection compatible with Opensim/SL.

Gas Cubby

2010-03-28T08:51:00.000-07:00

If you want to track gas mileage with easy, Use Gas Cubby. You can put all the information quickly while your gas pumps. A great addition to iPhone or iPod touch, the app lets you track mileage data for multiple vehicles, create charts, and export the data to a spreadsheet. Gas Cubby also tracks vehicle maintenance and will even remind you to change your oil.

Vocalia 2.0 Speech Recognition Software

2010-03-28T08:50:00.001-07:00

Want speech recognition but don't have an iPhone 3GS? No problem. Vocalia 2.0 is now available for the iPhone and iPod touch running OS 3.0. Much like the voice command on the iPhone 3GS, the Vocalia can find contact/company to call or email to, start music playback by artist or group and launch web site, all by voice command.

With Vocalia, you can...
• Define additional vocal shortcuts in addition to the contact name ("My best friend" for "John Doe")
• Split first and last name of your contacts (saying "John" will display all corresponding entries of your address book)
• Set the navigation mode (voice, manual taps or timer)
• Activate Proximity sensing for better recognition results in noisy environments
• Shake the iPhone to try again
• Activate vibration so that you know when to start speaking
• Import bookmarks from your Mac

iDisk app from apple

2010-03-28T08:49:00.000-07:00

MobileMe iDisk, This app lets you login, view files, and share files by sending others a link via email to anything you like. You have plenty of storage space, even large files are no problem. Just add the files you need to your iDisk, and whatever you upload will be there for you to download using a web browser on any computer or using the iDisk App for iPhone or iPod touch.
Sharing files too big to email as attachments is a snap with iDisk.

iTunes advertises the following features for the iDisk app:

•View files on your iDisk

•Access Public folders

•Easily share files from your iPhone

•Quickly access recently viewed files

•View iPhone supported file types, including iWork, Office, PDF, Quicktime and more (files larger than 20MB may not be viewable).
It is available in English, French, German and Japanese, and requires a MobileMe subscription along with iPhone OS 3.0

The Cocoa frameworks

2010-03-28T08:48:00.001-07:00

Cocoa is a collection of frameworks that provide a perfect environment for developing iPhone applications. Much of Cocoa is implemented in Objective-C, an object-oriented programming language that uses a truly dynamic runtime to execute application events., Cocoa frameworks let you add excellent features to your application. The frameworks are accessible to Objective-c programs. Cocoa contains frameworks such as Foundation and Application Kit, which includes controls such as menus, text fields, windows and buttons.

Cocoa uses the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern throughout. Models encapsulate application data, Views display and edit that data, and Controllers mediate the logic between the two. By separating responsibilities in this manner, you end up with an application that is easier to design, implement, and maintain.

Otterbox Defender Case for iPhone 3G

2010-03-28T08:47:00.000-07:00

The OtterBox Defender Series™ for iPhone™ 3G / 3GS offers stylish and sophisticated protection in 3 layers. First, a thin, clear membrane covers your Touch Screen to help prevent scratches and dings. Second is a hard, strong Polycarbonate skeleton that surrounds your device. Wrapped around all of this is a Silicone skin that absorbs bump and shock. Ideal for frequent travelers and business professionals as well as everyday users who want added protection.

The OtterBox iPhone 3G Defender also comes with a holster and it is much improved over the original. Both the original and the new holster are of the slide-in~slide-out variety, however it is much more aesthetically pleasing on the new version. The first version looked like a deformed cup holder - it completely contained the bottom of the phone, while the new one looks much better, holding the phone in place using clips.

Otterbox Defender Case for iPhone 3G, 3G S - White

Clear Polycarbonate Sheet Prevents Screen Scratches, Bumps & Cracks Tough Polycarbonate Skeleton Offers Crushproof Protection Silicone Skin Absorbs Bumps & Shock All Functions Remain Fully Usable Includes Holster-style Belt White/white.

iPhone Game-The Legend of Crystal Valley

2010-03-28T08:46:00.000-07:00

Casual game publisher Sandlot Games has released an iPhone/iPod touch version of The Legend of Crystal Valley.

Game features:

- Over 200 items and item combinations
- More than 40 key characters
- 8 full-length chapters
- Over 200 interior and exterior sub-locations

Price: $0.99
Description:
Embark on Sandlot Games' greatest adventure yet in The Legend of Crystal Valley

When Eve receives a mysterious and disturbing letter from her long-estranged father, who for years has lived an increasingly secluded life, she travels to the family estate in France in order to find him. After arriving, she discovers that her father has disappeared.
Now, in order to find him, Eve must explore Crystal Valley, an alternate fantasy world inhabited by strange creatures, and piece together the clues that reveal her family's true identity.
There are 3 additional chapters, and you can purchase them within the game for $0.99 each!

Verizon Wireless and Sprint Speed Up Texted Haiti Donations

2010-03-28T08:45:00.000-07:00

Sprint and Verizon Wireless said Friday that they were responding to a surge of text-message donations for victims of the Haiti earthquake by making sure the money got to its destination much faster than usual. Verizon Wireless said Friday that it would immediately send a $2.1 million check to the Red Cross for its efforts to help victims of the "Earthquake in Haiti".

Sprint said that as of 9 a.m. Friday its customers had contributed $1.2 million via text message to charities including the American Red Cross, the Yéle Haiti Foundation and the William J. Clinton Foundation.
Btw, the Red Cross has to date raised over $30 million in donations for the Haiti earthquake relief.

Haiti Earthquake of 2010
A massive earthquake struck Haiti just before 5 p.m. on Jan. 12, about 10 miles southwest of Port-au-Prince, toppling everything from simple shacks to the ornate National Palace, The quake was the worst in the region in more than 200 years, and as many as 50,000 people were feared dead.

How to Keep Computer Secure & Safe on the Internet

2010-03-28T08:44:00.001-07:00

We All know, The Internet is defiantly one of the greatest inventions of modern times. There is a lot to see on the Web. To keep computer secure on the internet, the most important way, you should master is, to get yourself educated and be smart about where you visit and what link you click on.

Here’s a list of actions under this step that you should NOT do:

1: Do not Ever open A attachments from stranger. This is 1 of the most effective ways for viruses to infect you. If you can’t define the user, then simply delete it.
2: Never open an attachment that is a .exe, .bat, SCR .pif, .com ,etc unless you specifically know the file is clean. The majority of these are always bad!
3. Stay Away From warez sites/ Crack sites!
4. Use Spam & Anti Virus Protection. Always Update The database or application moduls.
5.Turn The firewall ON

LastDefender

2010-02-02T15:06:00.004-08:00

LastDefender is a rogue anti-spyware program that tricks people into thinking it will scan for and remove spyware form their computers. LastDefender is actually a rip-off and the software does absolutely nothing besides drop more spyware and malware infected computers.

LastDefender makes it's way onto PC's with the use of bogus errors such as a Video ActiveX Object Error or Video ActiveX Codec error. When on a computer LastDefender will continually serve up falsified threat warnings to scare the user into buying the software.

Computers infected with LastDefender should have this software removed immediately.

SpywareIsolator

2010-02-02T15:06:00.002-08:00

SpywareIsolator is a rogue antispyware program designed to prey on unsuspecting people. Using ruthless scare tactics SpywareIsolator will server up false security warnings to frighten people into buying the full version of the software, which is completely useless.

SpywareIsolator uses Trojans to infiltrate computer systems by exploiting browser security holes. Once installed on a PC, SpywareIsolator will uses annoying and intrusive pop-ups as well as fake system notifications to warn the user of a non-existent infections, in an attempt to goad them into buying the software.

PC-Cleaner

2010-02-02T15:06:00.000-08:00

PCCleaner is a rogue antispyware that uses false security warnings to frighten people into buying the full version of the software. PCCleaner is nothing more than a scam made to rip-off people.

PC Cleaner is usually manually downloaded or installed without user consent using a downloader. When installed on a PC, PCCleaner will continually display exaggerated reports of security and privacy risks on the computer. Before PCCleaner will fix the false risks is reports, the program requires the user to purchase the commercial version of the software, which is completely useless.

PCCleaner is also a clone of DriveCleaner. So much so, that the developers forgot to remove a reference to DriveCleaner in the PC Cleaner scan summary screen. This reference can be seen in the image below.

PC-AntiSpyware

2010-02-02T15:05:00.001-08:00

PC Antispyware is a rogue anti-spyware program designed for the sole purpose of ripping people off. Avoid PC-Antispyware, do not buy this corrupt software.

PC Antispyware makes it's way from PC to PC by Trojans that may compromise the machine through browser security weaknesses. When PC Antispyware is installed on a computer, it will display false error messages and try to scare users into buying the full version of the program. PC Antispyware will also slow down the computer to a crawl.

If your computer is infected with this parasite, it should be removed from your system as soon as possible.