Thursday, November 24, 2011

Can anybody tell me what exactly is a SIM card?

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What a SIM card really is

Subscriber Identity Module card is is a portable memory chip used in some models of cellular telephones.

The SIM card is a tiny, rectangular card found in all GSM cell phones that acts as an ID card for your handset. The SIM card stores your phone number and is needed to activate a mobile for use.

What if I take the SIM card out of my cell? - If the card is taken out of the handset, it stops working, and it is no longer associated with your phone number.

Can I switch my SIM card to another phone ? - As long as both phones are for the same carrier. Yes you can switch your phone number from one mobile to another simply by swapping out your SIM card.

How much storage a SIM card has ? - A SIM cards can store up to 250 contacts.

Where is the SIM card located ? - Usually is located behind the battery.

Note: - if your handset is unlocked (meaning it's not locked to one carrier only) you can buy prepaid SIM cards when traveling so that your mobile will always have a local number for your destination.

Don,t loos it - your Sim card it's very valuable. Your Sim card is basically your memory card, like the ones you use to save your game on video games. It stores all the information on your phone, like pictures, videos, contacts.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

What Is Cell Phone Firmware Flashing?

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Mobile Phone Flashing:

a.- Flashing a cell phone is the process where a mobile phone's program inside phone's memory is updated or re-programmed.

b.- Cell phone firmware flashing is the process by which a user upgrades a phone's mobile operating system or internal memory.

Replacing the manufacturer's OS firmware, for any reason is what is known as phone flashing.

Note: Typically, this type of flashing is not allowed by the manufacturer and is considered a "hack."

By replacing the manufacturer's OS with a hacked OS, it becomes possible to unlock the phone.



Can a flashed phone be used for MetroPCS?

Answer


According to some forums and websites I've visited... Yes you can! just ask MetroPCS to do it for you. You have to pay a fee. For a list of compatible handsets visit their website.

I already have a wireless phone. Can I activate it with MetroPCS service?

There are certain phones from diferent carriers that will work on metropcs system and allow you to talk and text. These phones will need to go through the MetroFLASH process and will be charged a fee.

To find out more about phones that are compatible please see:

MetroFlash phones that can be used for MetroPCS


  • Audiovox
  • Kyocera
  • LG
  • Motorola
  • Qantech
  • Samsung
  • Sanyo
  • Utstarcom
  • VKmobile
  • Casio
  • HTC
  • Calcomp
  • palm

MetroFLASH it! Quick and easy for just $10.00.

Note: Some features might be disabled if you flash your cell phone to another carrier.