Friday, January 11, 2013
How to: GPS for a Cell Number for Free
1. Get a Web-enabled cell phone. You can either choose to get a prepaid mobile phone or a standard one.Make sure that it has access to the Internet.
2. Choose a GPS service. A few that you can use include AmazeGPS, Mologogo and Instamapper. Any of these programs turns your cell phone into a GPS tracking device. As of 2010, they are free to download and use.
3. Register for the service that you wish to use. Provide a user ID and password, along with an email address and mobile phone number.
4. Confirm your registration by using the link that will be sent to you via text message. This takes you to a download page in your phone's Web browser. Download the application file to your phone and click on it. This will start the installation process. Wait for it to complete and restart the phone.
5. Turn on the GPS application by going to your phone's 'Main Menu' and selecting the program. Once you have done this your phone will begin sending its location to the Internet.
6. Log in to the website where you downloaded the application using either a computer or web-enabled device. A map appears on the screen with your user ID. You are also provided with the longitude and latitude of its location as well as the speed and direction of its movement.
How to Reverse an International Phone Number
1. Use Bestpeoplesearch.com. This is probably the most thorough people-search tool on the Internet. With the international service you can get the name and address of a person using either a cell phone or a landline, anywhere in the world, whether the number is unlisted, published or blocked. The drawback here is that even though it is likely to bring results, the address and name may be false. Also, at $247 as of 2009, the service is quite pricey. This is due to the fact that you are actually assigned a personal investigator to do the legwork for you. If they are unable to get results for you, they will refund your money minus a $47 administration fee. Go to the website and scroll down to 'Search by Mobile Number' or 'Search by Phone Number.'
2. Use iinfosearch.com. This is another pay-for-search site where you will be assigned an investigator. This service is a little bit less at $240 as of 2009, and if there are no results, you'll get $200 back and be charged a $40 fee.
3. Use numberway.com. This is a good place to start if you are short on money, as it is free to use. However, these are essentially yellow and white pages from all over the world. The drawback here is that if the phone number you are looking for is unlisted, or if the cell phone it is a prepaid phone, then you are unlikely to find any information on it. Go to the website, choose the region, then choose the country and put in the phone number and see what comes up.
4. Use searchpeopledirectory.com. This site is similar to numberway.com, although you also can do background checks and credit reports. Again, this site is free, the problem is that it doesn't bring up any results if the phone number is unlisted or if it is a prepaid phone. The international reverse directory is at the top of the page. Just click on this link and type in the phone number. It will at least tell you the country if you have the code.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
How to Get a Free Cellphone
1. Everyone knows how frustrating it is when you break your cellphone. Not only is it frustrating simply because it is broken, but now you have to pay for a new one too! End that headache right now! I will tell you how to get your cellphone carrier to send you a free cellphone, no charge! Never again pay for a cellphone if your gets lost, damaged, or stolen.
2. First you need a cellphone carrier. It helps a lot if you have been with the same cellphone carrier for a long time (I'm talking years here, at least 2). The next thing you need is a little edge in your voice. Get on with the customer service representative with a I will not take no for an answer attitude. Serving the customer is supposed to be what they are doing, and if they want to keep your business they better listen to you.
3. Explain that your phone has been damaged and no longer works. Let them know you have been a very loyal customer to them. Tell them you always paid your bill on time (or at least very close to it). And let them know that you will go somewhere else where you can get a free phone for signing up with another cellphone carrier other than them. Losing your business is usually a surefire way to get what you want. Especially if you have been a loyal customer who paid your bill on time! Try this out next time you need a new cellphone when yours breaks and I'm sure you will be pleased with the results!!
How to Send SMS From a PC
1. Visit your cell phone carrier's Web site. The websites for the four major cell phone companies are verizonwireless.com, t-mobile.com, att.com and sprint.com.
2. Log onto your online account management site. Navigate to the 'Messaging' or similar area. Click 'Send a Text Message' or the similar option.
3. Type the contact's full cell number in the 'Send To' field. You can send the text to multiple contacts, usually a maximum of about 10.
4. Type in your 'From' name, which can be your real name or a nickname and the callback number to which the recipient can reply.
5. Enter a message that does not exceed 140 characters (the entry box won't let you go over the set maximum). There might also be a 'Quick Text' option that will allow you to send a quick, simple message like 'BHL8' for 'Be Home Late.'
6. Set the priority of the text to 'Standard' or 'Urgent' if that option is available. Click send. Allow a few minutes for the message to be delivered. You may also be able to save the message and send it later. When the recipient opens the text he will see the 'From' name you set and call-back number.
How to Download SMS Messages From an iPhone
1. Connect your iPhone to your computer using its USB docking cable.
2. Open DiskAid and select 'Root Folder' from the drop-down menu in the lower left corner. Click 'User' in the far left column, 'Library' in the second, 'SMS' in the third and 'sms.db' in the fourth. Click 'Copy to Folder' in the upper left corner.
3. Open your hard drive. Type 'sms.db' into the search bar. Right-click the file, select 'Open With' and choose 'SQLite Database Browser.'
4. Click 'File' at the top of the screen. Move your cursor to 'Export.' A new menu appears to the right. Select 'Table as CSV file.' In the dialog box, choose 'message;' then click 'Export.' Save the file with a .csv extension, such as 'messages.csv.'
5. Open the new CSV file with Microsoft Excel or a similar spreadsheet program.
How to Block Toll
1. Navigate to the National Do-Not-Call list website, select the 'Register Now' tab, submit the details as instructed and finish by clicking 'Register.' Retrieve your verification email and click on the confirmation link. There is a limit of three phone numbers per person that can be registered. If you receive calls after 31 days of registration, you can file a complaint against the company. Alternatively, if you do not have Internet access, call 888-382-1222 from the number that you wish to register and follow the automated prompts.
2. Call your state's consumer protection office or public utilities commission to see if the state has such a list (see resources). Register through the state website or specific phone number with your state's do-not-call list program to block unwanted phone calls.
3. Make a direct statement to the telemarketer when it calls your home clarifying you do not want anymore calls. The company must maintain you on its do-not-call list for five years. Nonprofits, however, are not required to keep lists like this.
How to Make a Call for Free to Italy
1. Connect the headset and microphone to your computer. Connect the headphone cable to the green 'Audio Out' port on the computer. Plug the microphone jack into the pink 'Microphone' port on the PC.
2. Launch a Web browser on your computer. Navigate to a site that allows you to make free international calls on the Internet. Websites like Evaphone and Rebtel allow you to make free time-limited to calls to Italy and other countries.
3. Register for a free account on the website. Enter your contact and email information and then create a username and password. Submit the information on the website. Wait for the website to send you a confirmation email.
4. Launch your email application and open the email from the free calling website. Click on the link in the email to confirm your email address and gain access to your free account.
5. Return to the website and log in using your username and password. Once your member page opens, enter the phone number of the party you want to call in Italy and click the 'Call' or 'Connect' button. Wait while the website connects your call. Ensure that you are wearing the headset when you place the call.
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