Q. We are trying to save money so we want to get rid of our phone line. We all have cell phones so theres no need for a house phone. But we do need our internet. Can we have internet without a phone line? If so how?
A. You can use the 3G data connection from your mobile devices as a web connection for a connected laptop or desktop PC if the mobile device supports tethering. But 3G data speeds are very slow throughout the UK and it will end up costing a lot of money unless you have a massive free monthly data allowance from your provider. To use wifi you need access to a signal from a router or a hotspot. If you are lucky enough to live close to a publicly or privately sponsored free hotspot then you could access this but it is unlikely to give you a good speed unless you are very fortunate. If you have android phone then you can download this scanner app from the market: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.farproc.wifi.analyzer&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5mYXJwcm9jLndpZmkuYW5hbHl6ZXIiXQ..
as well this wifi library addon: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.farproc.wifi.connecter&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5mYXJwcm9jLndpZmkuY29ubmVjdGVyIl0.
Install these on your droid and you will now have the ability to scan for open [unencrypted] hotspots within range. Most commonly they will appear as BTFON or OPENZONE and the absence of a padlock icon means they are open to connect to without a password.
However this is unlikely to give you a very reliable service even if you have oner in range. Realistically you really need your own broadband wifi set up for reliability and uninterrupted access.
To keep costs down, if it is available in your area, get a VirginMedia broadband deal. You don't have to pay for line rental if you don't want a landline telephone [like you do with BT] or need take any TV services from them. You can just have a wireless broadband package only [delivered via cable connection into your house]. Speeds are far more consistent, and stable and even the basic 10meg package has unlimited downloads and far higher speeds than any normal "up to 8Meg" adsl packages from TalkTalk or BT and they don't tend to slow down at peak times as much or get slower if you live some distance from your local exchange. Look at the offers on their website!
I switched from ADSL to virgin a year ago and wish i'd done it 5 years ago. I'm only on their basic broadband but get unlimited downloads an 10Mbps down and 1Mbps up. Even at peak evening times i get around 8Mbps, its a great service!
as well this wifi library addon: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.farproc.wifi.connecter&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5mYXJwcm9jLndpZmkuY29ubmVjdGVyIl0.
Install these on your droid and you will now have the ability to scan for open [unencrypted] hotspots within range. Most commonly they will appear as BTFON or OPENZONE and the absence of a padlock icon means they are open to connect to without a password.
However this is unlikely to give you a very reliable service even if you have oner in range. Realistically you really need your own broadband wifi set up for reliability and uninterrupted access.
To keep costs down, if it is available in your area, get a VirginMedia broadband deal. You don't have to pay for line rental if you don't want a landline telephone [like you do with BT] or need take any TV services from them. You can just have a wireless broadband package only [delivered via cable connection into your house]. Speeds are far more consistent, and stable and even the basic 10meg package has unlimited downloads and far higher speeds than any normal "up to 8Meg" adsl packages from TalkTalk or BT and they don't tend to slow down at peak times as much or get slower if you live some distance from your local exchange. Look at the offers on their website!
I switched from ADSL to virgin a year ago and wish i'd done it 5 years ago. I'm only on their basic broadband but get unlimited downloads an 10Mbps down and 1Mbps up. Even at peak evening times i get around 8Mbps, its a great service!
Should i wait to sign a phone contract After December 2nd?
Q. i'm currently a bell customer with a 3 year plan close to expiring. I have a free upgrade right now although the plan doesnt officially end until march. I want to resign with a better deal and get a new phone because my phone is sort of dated now and i have a few issues with it.
I would like to either get the new Sony z1 or the Nexus 5 when it is released but i'm not too sure if it will be beneficial to me if i resign on a 2 year contract NOW or wait until December when the new rules and regulations for the CRTC take effect.
What do you guys think?
If need be, i can survive with my phone for another month. I'm just hoping that if i can score a great plan now, dont wait until december when companies may not be willing to give up any more free services for a 2 year contract.
Toronto, Ontario CANADA!!
I would like to either get the new Sony z1 or the Nexus 5 when it is released but i'm not too sure if it will be beneficial to me if i resign on a 2 year contract NOW or wait until December when the new rules and regulations for the CRTC take effect.
What do you guys think?
If need be, i can survive with my phone for another month. I'm just hoping that if i can score a great plan now, dont wait until december when companies may not be willing to give up any more free services for a 2 year contract.
Toronto, Ontario CANADA!!
A. I hope that this answers gives you more information that will help you to make a final choice
Purely a UK answer re CRTC as it was NOT mentioned in my favourite film and answering your question re 02/12/2013 [coincidence or what] 30 Days of Night I have no idea
re Z1 despite being the latest Sony it adds in the main to the camera +7Mp and slightly improved processor. http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5204&idPhone2=5596
So knowing the differences you are getting by opting for the Z1 over the Z will be an actual cost you will know now
Both the Z1 and Z have more Megapixel than the 8Mp Nexus 5 which comes preloaded with the latest Android software Kitkat 4.4 http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5705&idPhone2=5596
From the specs BOTH Sony stay on Android 4.2 which is 2 shy of the 4.4
The relatively "old" Samsung Galaxy 3 is scheduled to receive the Android 4.3 putting it ahead of both Z & Z1?
So whilst both ZI & Z have the ability to run on 4.4 it IMO would be extremely odd and a PR disaster if both phone did not get KITKAT which is awesome especially phone security and both have a better processor than the SGS 3
Purely a UK answer re CRTC as it was NOT mentioned in my favourite film and answering your question re 02/12/2013 [coincidence or what] 30 Days of Night I have no idea
re Z1 despite being the latest Sony it adds in the main to the camera +7Mp and slightly improved processor. http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5204&idPhone2=5596
So knowing the differences you are getting by opting for the Z1 over the Z will be an actual cost you will know now
Both the Z1 and Z have more Megapixel than the 8Mp Nexus 5 which comes preloaded with the latest Android software Kitkat 4.4 http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5705&idPhone2=5596
From the specs BOTH Sony stay on Android 4.2 which is 2 shy of the 4.4
The relatively "old" Samsung Galaxy 3 is scheduled to receive the Android 4.3 putting it ahead of both Z & Z1?
So whilst both ZI & Z have the ability to run on 4.4 it IMO would be extremely odd and a PR disaster if both phone did not get KITKAT which is awesome especially phone security and both have a better processor than the SGS 3
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