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3G
3G or third generation is the name for enhanced data communication services that will allow video calling and streaming on mobile phones.
Accessories
Additional pieces of mobile equipment to go with your phone such as covers, hands free / car kits and batteries.
Bluetooth®
Wireless connection for mobile phones - for example passing information from your mobile to a computer or having a headset linked without wires.
Camera flash
Many camera phones have a built-in flash, although some offer a separate camera flash unit that plugs into the phone.
Dual Band
A phone that is capable of operating on two frequency bands such as 900mhz and 1800mhz
Tri band
A phone that is capable of operating on two frequency bands such as 900mhz/ 1800mhz and 1900mhz
EDGE Compatible
Edge (Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution) or EGRPS is an advanced method of transmitting data over a mobile phone network. This is basically an up-rated version of GPRS capable of both voice and 3G data rates up to 384 Kbps. Although a number of handsets will support this option, at the moment UK networks are concentrating on 3G technology and do not support Edge.
GPRS
General Packet Radio System improves the speed of the current mobile network for mobile connections to WAP internet pages and MMS.
IMEI number
IMEI or International Mobile Equipment Identifier - this is your mobile's 'serial number' - you can find it behind the battery. Make a note of it in case your mobile is lost or stolen.
Infrared
Many of the latest mobile devices incorporate IrDA ports for cable free data transmission, via infrared light. Unlike Bluetooth, data transmission is point-to-point, requiring the ports to be lined up. Phones with infrared cannot connect handheld PC's or laptops to the Internet unless it also has a built-in modem
Java
Programming language that allows high quality games to be played on Java-enabled mobiles.
Lithium Ion (li-ion)
A rechargeable battery that has an improved performance when compared with similar NiCd and NiMH batteries.
Media Player
This is a small application installed on a computer or a mobile phone used for playing audio and video files.
Megabyte
Measurement of data storage equivalent to 1024 kilobytes (KB).
Megapixel
One million pixels. Pixels are the tiny coloured dots that create digital pictures. The greater the number of pixels in a photo, the higher the resolution (quality) of the image
Memory Stick
Sony's preferred type of memory card.
Memory Stick Duo.
In addition, there is now an improved-specification 'Pro' version of both types of Memory Stick - this isn't compatible with all types of Memory Stick equipment.
Memory Stick reader
A computer accessory that enables a desktop or laptop PC to read the information from Memory Sticks.
Micro SD card
Micro Secure Digital card - a type of memory card that was previously known as TransFlash.
MiniSD card
Mini Secure Digital card - a type of memory card.
MMS
With a Multimedia Messaging Service mobile you can send and receive pictures and audio clips. Some mobiles have an integrated or attached camera to take the picture yourself, or you can download images from the web, and add voice messages and text to send onto other mobiles.
MP3
These are music files which are much smaller than other formats such as .wav files, yet can deliver CD quality sound. MP3 is currently the most popular file format for music on computers and music downloads.
MPEG-4
A type of digital sound or video file.
Phonebook
A phonebook is a memory in the phone or on the SIM card that allows you to store frequently used numbers and add a name to identify each number. These numbers can then be dialled automatically
Polyphonic
Ringtones made up of many notes to sound more like the original composition.
Predictive text messaging
Rather than spelling the words out yourself by repeatedly pressing keys to get to the right letter, predictive text recognises your key press sequence and fills out the word automatically.
PUK
Personal Unblocking Key - needed if you have entered your handset security PIN incorrectly more than 3 times.
Roaming
Term used for using your mobile abroad
SIM
Subscriber Identity Module - it's the unique chip in your mobile phone that has your mobile number.
WAP
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) allows you to access Internet style pages via a WAP-enabled mobile phone
Zoom
Some camera phones have a zoom facility which you can use to bring an object closer rather than you moving closer to it. There are two types of zoom, a digital zoom will take each pixel that the camera sees and stretch it so that it appears larger. This will reduce the overall picture quality and the more you do this, the more unclear the picture will appear. An optical zoom uses lenses to enlarge the image. This allows you to get closer to take a picture of the subject without a reduction in quality.
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3G
3G or third generation is the name for enhanced data communication services that will allow video calling and streaming on mobile phones.
Accessories
Additional pieces of mobile equipment to go with your phone such as covers, hands free / car kits and batteries.
Bluetooth®
Wireless connection for mobile phones - for example passing information from your mobile to a computer or having a headset linked without wires.
Camera flash
Many camera phones have a built-in flash, although some offer a separate camera flash unit that plugs into the phone.
Dual Band
A phone that is capable of operating on two frequency bands such as 900mhz and 1800mhz
Tri band
A phone that is capable of operating on two frequency bands such as 900mhz/ 1800mhz and 1900mhz
EDGE Compatible
Edge (Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution) or EGRPS is an advanced method of transmitting data over a mobile phone network. This is basically an up-rated version of GPRS capable of both voice and 3G data rates up to 384 Kbps. Although a number of handsets will support this option, at the moment UK networks are concentrating on 3G technology and do not support Edge.
GPRS
General Packet Radio System improves the speed of the current mobile network for mobile connections to WAP internet pages and MMS.
IMEI number
IMEI or International Mobile Equipment Identifier - this is your mobile's 'serial number' - you can find it behind the battery. Make a note of it in case your mobile is lost or stolen.
Infrared
Many of the latest mobile devices incorporate IrDA ports for cable free data transmission, via infrared light. Unlike Bluetooth, data transmission is point-to-point, requiring the ports to be lined up. Phones with infrared cannot connect handheld PC's or laptops to the Internet unless it also has a built-in modem
Java
Programming language that allows high quality games to be played on Java-enabled mobiles.
Lithium Ion (li-ion)
A rechargeable battery that has an improved performance when compared with similar NiCd and NiMH batteries.
Media Player
This is a small application installed on a computer or a mobile phone used for playing audio and video files.
Megabyte
Measurement of data storage equivalent to 1024 kilobytes (KB).
Megapixel
One million pixels. Pixels are the tiny coloured dots that create digital pictures. The greater the number of pixels in a photo, the higher the resolution (quality) of the image
Memory Stick
Sony's preferred type of memory card.
Memory Stick Duo.
In addition, there is now an improved-specification 'Pro' version of both types of Memory Stick - this isn't compatible with all types of Memory Stick equipment.
Memory Stick reader
A computer accessory that enables a desktop or laptop PC to read the information from Memory Sticks.
Micro SD card
Micro Secure Digital card - a type of memory card that was previously known as TransFlash.
MiniSD card
Mini Secure Digital card - a type of memory card.
MMS
With a Multimedia Messaging Service mobile you can send and receive pictures and audio clips. Some mobiles have an integrated or attached camera to take the picture yourself, or you can download images from the web, and add voice messages and text to send onto other mobiles.
MP3
These are music files which are much smaller than other formats such as .wav files, yet can deliver CD quality sound. MP3 is currently the most popular file format for music on computers and music downloads.
MPEG-4
A type of digital sound or video file.
Phonebook
A phonebook is a memory in the phone or on the SIM card that allows you to store frequently used numbers and add a name to identify each number. These numbers can then be dialled automatically
Polyphonic
Ringtones made up of many notes to sound more like the original composition.
Predictive text messaging
Rather than spelling the words out yourself by repeatedly pressing keys to get to the right letter, predictive text recognises your key press sequence and fills out the word automatically.
PUK
Personal Unblocking Key - needed if you have entered your handset security PIN incorrectly more than 3 times.
Roaming
Term used for using your mobile abroad
SIM
Subscriber Identity Module - it's the unique chip in your mobile phone that has your mobile number.
WAP
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) allows you to access Internet style pages via a WAP-enabled mobile phone
Zoom
Some camera phones have a zoom facility which you can use to bring an object closer rather than you moving closer to it. There are two types of zoom, a digital zoom will take each pixel that the camera sees and stretch it so that it appears larger. This will reduce the overall picture quality and the more you do this, the more unclear the picture will appear. An optical zoom uses lenses to enlarge the image. This allows you to get closer to take a picture of the subject without a reduction in quality.
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Orange Pre-pay SIM card~Free Delivery (unless on special) Silicon Skin designed to fit snugly around your beloved Sony PSP The Skin protects the PSP from knocks and scratches without being a distraction from your gaming experience.Semi-transparent in colour Designed specifically for the PSPSpecial cut-outs for Cursor and other gaming buttonsProduct may vary slightly from that shown~
Pay as you go sim card
Can be connected to any of the airtime provider's current PAYG tarrifs
Any free time and text message offers will become active once the customer has registered their details with the airtime provider (subject to offers running at that time)
Sim cards due not usual have any calling credit unless this is being offered by the airtime provider
~Orange Pre-pay SIM card|5027141451114|~702~834~~
Virgin Mobile Pre-pay SIM card~Free Delivery (unless on special) Silicon Skin designed to fit snugly around your beloved Sony PSP The Skin protects the PSP from knocks and scratches without being a distraction from your gaming experience.Semi-transparent in colour Designed specifically for the PSPSpecial cut-outs for Cursor and other gaming buttonsProduct may vary slightly from that shown~
Pay as you go sim card
Can be connected to any of the airtime provider's current PAYG tarrifs
Any free time and text message offers will become active once the customer has registered their details with the airtime provider (subject to offers running at that time)
Sim cards due not usual have any calling credit unless this is being offered by the airtime provider
~Virgin Mobile Pre-pay SIM card|5060005990091|~702~835~~
O2 Pre-pay SIM card~Free Delivery (unless on special) Silicon Skin designed to fit snugly around your beloved Sony PSP The Skin protects the PSP from knocks and scratches without being a distraction from your gaming experience.Semi-transparent in colour Designed specifically for the PSPSpecial cut-outs for Cursor and other gaming buttonsProduct may vary slightly from that shown~
Pay as you go sim card
Can be connected to any of the airtime provider's current PAYG tarrifs
Any free time and text message offers will become active once the customer has registered their details with the airtime provider (subject to offers running at that time)
Sim cards due not usual have any calling credit unless this is being offered by the airtime provider
~O2 Pre-pay SIM card|5038262001225|~702~841~~
T Mobile Pre-pay SIM card~Free Delivery (unless on special) Silicon Skin designed to fit snugly around your beloved Sony PSP The Skin protects the PSP from knocks and scratches without being a distraction from your gaming experience.Semi-transparent in colour Designed specifically for the PSPSpecial cut-outs for Cursor and other gaming buttonsProduct may vary slightly from that shown~
Pay as you go sim card
Can be connected to any of the airtime provider's current PAYG tarrifs
Any free time and text message offers will become active once the customer has registered their details with the airtime provider (subject to offers running at that time)
Sim cards due not usual have any calling credit unless this is being offered by the airtime provider
~T Mobile Pre-pay SIM card|5025743024552|~702~842~~
Vodafone Pre-pay SIM card~Free Delivery (unless on special) Silicon Skin designed to fit snugly around your beloved Sony PSP The Skin protects the PSP from knocks and scratches without being a distraction from your gaming experience.Semi-transparent in colour Designed specifically for the PSPSpecial cut-outs for Cursor and other gaming buttonsProduct may vary slightly from that shown~
Pay as you go sim card
Can be connected to any of the airtime provider's current PAYG tarrifs
Any free time and text message offers will become active once the customer has registered their details with the airtime provider (subject to offers running at that time)
Sim cards due not usual have any calling credit unless this is being offered by the airtime provider
~Vodafone Pre-pay SIM card|17125|~702~843~~
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