What is a good company to get a mobile phone that will allow unlimited text and talk each month (what is the price for this) and also allows me to call to the US?
Mobile phone companies in Australia?
You can choose to either go on prepaid - where you simply buy credit as and when you run out.... or postpaid...aka a plan.
Virgin mobile does a great deal - free text and calls to other Virgin mobile users in Australia. But of course, this only works if you have other friends on the Virgin network.
That said, most of the phone companies are pretty competitive, in terms of rate. I would suggest looking at Virgin, Three and Vodafone.
With regards to calling to the US, I would strongly recommend looking for a calling card as this works out much cheaper than using a landline to dial an overseas number, let alone using a mobile phone!
http://onlinecallingcards.com.au/
Hope this helps!
Reply:When I speak to anyone overseas, I use yahoo messenger or ninemsn messenger and you can talk to them for as long as you like. All you both need is a yahoo ID or a ninemsn hotmail ID.
Phone Companies are Telstra, Optus, Virgin, Vodafone, but as to what deals they have, I don't know. check them out on the net re google. www.telstra.com.au and type the rest of them this way also with the .com.au behind the name.
Reply:Optus is the best, followed by vodaphone. I've heard virgin is so-so and believe me Telstra is crap!
Reply:Australian mobile companies are very expensive compared to the U.S. Make sure you compare the cost against global roaming if your current phone company offers it.
Another thing to be aware of is that most Australian mobile companies will expect you to go on a contract for between 6-24 months. The site listed below might help to get an idea of costs.
Reply:pricing structures for mobile phones are completely different between the US and Australia (I discovered this the hard way when i went tot he states) But ultimately the first thing you should know is that without a credit history in this country (min 12 months) you will find it very hard to get a mobile which allows international dialling. I suggest you use skype to call home qand get a prepaid for your local stuff so that you aren't locked into anything too costly.
Reply:Telstra is the main company in Australia, but they are all very similar. Optus gives alot of deals and bonuses, and there is also virgin, vodafone, and so on. Check out their deals and contact details on these webstites to find out what you need, but i would suggest you use any of the ones i suggested, because they are the most trustworthy!! : )
Telstra: http://www.telstra.com/index.jsp?SMIDENT...
Optus: http://www.optus.com.au/home/index.html#
Virgin: http://www.virginmobile.com.au/ (don't just go to virgin.com.au because that is the airline virgin lol )
Vodafone: http://www.vodafone.com.au/
Hope this is helpful!! : )
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Mobile broadband internet connection keeps cutting off?
About 3 months ago now I decided to get the Three mobile broadband thingy. Really impressed at first, I'm getting the HSDPA signal and getting download speeds of about 150kb/s. Which may seem slow to you, but after using the internet through my phone at 5kb/s, I've kinda noticed the speed difference. Anyhow, I am getting full signal strength as it says on the devices software, but sometimes it loses that HSDPA signal and switches back to 3g, it does not lose any signal bars, and just recently it is switching to and from 3g and HSDPA so quickly that it does not find time for an internet connection. I would really like to find a way just to have the 3g connection, so at least I could have a stable internet connection. It has nothing to do with the my computer as I have re-installed this on my laptop now with exactly the same results, I do not see anywhere in the options to have a connection preference. any software alternative for the Huawei e220? Help!!!
Mobile broadband internet connection keeps cutting off?
The device itself must have a driver- have you looked for an update?
These devices are still fairly new - have you contacted '3' for a resolve?
cash loan
Mobile broadband internet connection keeps cutting off?
The device itself must have a driver- have you looked for an update?
These devices are still fairly new - have you contacted '3' for a resolve?
cash loan
If I have free mobile to mobile can I check my voicemail for free?
I have tmobile and free mobile to mobile. When I call myself on my cellphone It directs straight to my voicemail.. Are these free minutes, because I have free mobile to mobile..
If I have free mobile to mobile can I check my voicemail for free?
Yes. With T-Mobile's unlimited mobile to mobile, calling your voicemail is considered a mobile to mobile call. You don't even have to dial your number for it to be a free call. Just press and hold the "1" button and it will automatically dial your voicemail. I always use the "1" key to dial my voicemail and it is a mobile to mobile call. You can register at my.t-mobile.com for free to check your account info and minute usage. If you go to the current usage, it will show VM Retrieval and have a (F) next to it indicating a mobile to mobile call, just like below.
http://brickwall.www1.50megs.com/acct_sc...
Reply:no when you call your voicemail you are using your minutes.
Reply:not on most plans
Mobile to Mobile (MTM)
Mobile to mobile (MTM) means a directly dialed call between T-Mobile customers while on the T-Mobile USA network (calls may not rate as mobile to mobile if number is blocked or otherwise not recognized). For subscribers with MTM: an originating call is rated as MTM if the caller is on the T-Mobile USA network calling another T-Mobile phone; a received call is rated as MTM if the receiver is on the T-Mobile USA network while receiving a call from another T-Mobile phone. T-Mobile To Go service excluded.
If I have free mobile to mobile can I check my voicemail for free?
Yes. With T-Mobile's unlimited mobile to mobile, calling your voicemail is considered a mobile to mobile call. You don't even have to dial your number for it to be a free call. Just press and hold the "1" button and it will automatically dial your voicemail. I always use the "1" key to dial my voicemail and it is a mobile to mobile call. You can register at my.t-mobile.com for free to check your account info and minute usage. If you go to the current usage, it will show VM Retrieval and have a (F) next to it indicating a mobile to mobile call, just like below.
http://brickwall.www1.50megs.com/acct_sc...
Reply:no when you call your voicemail you are using your minutes.
Reply:not on most plans
Mobile to Mobile (MTM)
Mobile to mobile (MTM) means a directly dialed call between T-Mobile customers while on the T-Mobile USA network (calls may not rate as mobile to mobile if number is blocked or otherwise not recognized). For subscribers with MTM: an originating call is rated as MTM if the caller is on the T-Mobile USA network calling another T-Mobile phone; a received call is rated as MTM if the receiver is on the T-Mobile USA network while receiving a call from another T-Mobile phone. T-Mobile To Go service excluded.
Free java mobile games?
Hi, where can I download free java mobile games? Are there any sites that will let you download java mobile games for free?
I am looking for a particular java game for my mobile phone but I don't know where to look. Also, how can I transfer this java games to my mobile phone? That's all, thank you very much.
Free java mobile games?
go here. they got really cool java games...
http://real-ringtones.awardspace.com/fre...
Reply:You can find some at http://mobilebravo.com Report It
Reply:You can download free java games at http://www.ipmart-forum.com/forumdisplay...
It is a forum site where people share their games.All you need is to register a name. And you can start sharing
To transfer games to your phone, you can use either usb data cable, bluetooth dongle, GPRS or memory card. For more information you can go to ask the people in the forum.
Hope this help you =) Enjoy!!!
Reply:it would be mobilemania.com im doing it rite there
I am looking for a particular java game for my mobile phone but I don't know where to look. Also, how can I transfer this java games to my mobile phone? That's all, thank you very much.
Free java mobile games?
go here. they got really cool java games...
http://real-ringtones.awardspace.com/fre...
Reply:You can find some at http://mobilebravo.com Report It
Reply:You can download free java games at http://www.ipmart-forum.com/forumdisplay...
It is a forum site where people share their games.All you need is to register a name. And you can start sharing
To transfer games to your phone, you can use either usb data cable, bluetooth dongle, GPRS or memory card. For more information you can go to ask the people in the forum.
Hope this help you =) Enjoy!!!
Reply:it would be mobilemania.com im doing it rite there
Amp'd Mobile Angel Phone or Boost Mobile Phone?
ehhh.. so confused. i love the new amp'd mobile angel phone, but boost mobile is my old network provider and i loveeee their service. i haven't had amp'd mobile ever and i was wondering which network provider you like better, possibly give me details on why, and which phone you like better.
much thankssss!
- kayti
Amp'd Mobile Angel Phone or Boost Mobile Phone?
I know a very good website in Vietnam for reference (if you can read Vietnamese :D):
http://www.trungtamdidong.com
Reply:i dont have a cell phone so i cant tell you....
Reply:What about the Ampd Mobile RAZR phone? It's very nice phone and now you can get it with ampd mobile servcie at this website: http://www.selectivemobile.com/ampd_mobi...
much thankssss!
- kayti
Amp'd Mobile Angel Phone or Boost Mobile Phone?
I know a very good website in Vietnam for reference (if you can read Vietnamese :D):
http://www.trungtamdidong.com
Reply:i dont have a cell phone so i cant tell you....
Reply:What about the Ampd Mobile RAZR phone? It's very nice phone and now you can get it with ampd mobile servcie at this website: http://www.selectivemobile.com/ampd_mobi...
With t mobile prepay is there any mobile2mobile ?
with t mobile prepaid i know that there is no mobile to mobile, but ive read that someone with a contracted t mobile line can call the prepaid coustmer for free, can someone confirm that pls
With t mobile prepay is there any mobile2mobile ?
yes! you can ask them to transfer you to prepaid, same thing with prepaid you can ask them to transfer you to monthly plans for free.
canine teeth
With t mobile prepay is there any mobile2mobile ?
yes! you can ask them to transfer you to prepaid, same thing with prepaid you can ask them to transfer you to monthly plans for free.
canine teeth
Mobile home question?
i have a 1998 doublewide mobile home 28x54 southridge it is on 1 acre of land i would like to sell this but it is currently not valued at what i owe. i would like to know what improvements or remodeling i can do to it to increase the value of it. the current payoff is 56000.00 so i need to make it worth that. what improvements can anyone suggest.
Mobile home question?
I've been there!! You don't say where it is (state, county or city etc.). In a time with real estate being so suppressed, it is likely the land is worth more than the mobile home. No matter what you do to it, it is still a mobile home. I'm sorry, but you will either have to just ride it out to pay off, default, and let the mortguage company forclose, or sell it at a loss.
Reply:you dont say how short you are in value. if a few thousand dollars then yes some updating would improve its value. if tens of thousands well then you might be stuck. see if you can divide the lot into two then maybe you can sell both parcels for that much
Reply:You might want to talk to a Realtor specializing in mobile homes and ask for their suggestions. You didn't mention the appraised value vs the mortgage owed. if the difference is substantial ($20,000+), unless the existing conditions warrant it, investing another $5,000 for cosmetics/updates probably will have little if any results. You may also talk with your bank and ask if there are any hardship programs available if your having a problem making the mortgage payments. this may include a refinance or extended payoff.
Reply:Not knowing anything about the county, or the market for mobiles there, I have some thoughts.
Living in one now, and having owned others, I want to agree in part with answer 1. First of all the value for you is in the land, not strictly the mobile, No offense meant.
You state it isn't VALUED at what you owe, which isn't at all uncommon, it is after all a 10 year old "Vehicle" I have no idea how long you've owned it, but have to believe as a buyer, a major part of the value to you was the land. I'd want to KNOW exactly what the tax assessed value is, or was last time you paid taxes, and registration/tag fees.
Also not knowing at all, the condition of the mobile, or the land I suggest NOT putting huge $$$ into either. As one answer alludes to, CURB APPEAL and cosmetics may help, but it is a mobile. To make major improvements or upgrades will never get you, your money back.
Part of the problem is getting financing for mobiles, especially now, with the Real Estate market in a slump, and the fact that it's an election year, and that we are approaching a recession, all contribute.
Certainly you can start small, such as upgrading 10 year old fixtures like sinks etc., Lighting fixtures, carpet, wall color or paneling, door knobs, cabinet handles, making cosmetic, practical improvements to the property, adding or offering in the sale, some small appliances, NEW, or furnishings, etc..
You're obviously "Upside down" in the mobile, but to spend thousands won't get you the 56 K. Whatever your choices in upgrades and improvements you should probably consider them sales points, but not profit increases.
Certainly when it's advertised, be creative, but honest. Play up the 1 acre, no neighbors within earshot, the value of the land, any improvements, even Freshly Painted. Shopping close, JOBS, recreation close, schools, etc. etc. State what the taxes are and adv. that as LOW. Consider Homeowners insurance even checking to help any prospective buyer know they can get Ins. without problems.
Other things such as Plumbing and electric will be things to check and possibly upgrade, NEW washer/dryer, New or repaired Decking, Screenrooms etc. Add a storage building, Pave the drive, even with gravel, create plant beds, Carport or garage, ROOF substance and condition??? The CURB appeal will be the initial HOOK, if anyone is interested.
Having no idea at all what your budget is, if you happened to spend 4K, bringing you up to 60K, you might consider you'll take a loss no matter, but at least be more able to sell, than advertising it AS IS.
Can you afford to RENT it? Hold the mortgage? Offer a Low down?
Steven Wolf
Just my two "sense"
Reply:It isn't clear whether you are talking about selling the mobile only or the land as well. You can't do a lot about the value of the land, usually. You also don't say how much the place is currently valued at, so we have no idea how much added value you're looking for. Whether you really get your money back when you do improvements depends on what you do, and how you do it. A major improvement such as a new kitchen will certainly get you a higher selling price, but it's unlikely to get you back more than you spent on it. It's like a car; if you have a $2,000 car and get $1,000 worth of repairs done on it, it doesn't mean you now have a $3,000 car, you probably have a $2400 car. If you do the work yourself, then you will effectively pay yourself for your labour when you sell. Think about projects low in materials costs but with your own labour used, such as painting. Clean and tidy the heck out of house and yard, that always helps and could be worth a 1000 or 2 at selling time, depending.
Kind of wish we had your real estate prices where I live. I've got an 18-year old mobile on 3 acres, it cost $250,000 almost 2 years ago and has gone up since which is nice but I'd rather have paid less to start with.
Reply:land scap curb appeal . focus on the Kitchen ,if the new buyer the wife doe not like the kitchen or the master bed room and bath, they won't buy no matter what the price is.
remember a fresh coat of paint on all walls is a pluss. No wild colors just a clean look , a pallate for the new owners to work with
Reply:Steven has given a very good synopsis of the situation.
Personally, I have always been against purchasing a pre-manufactured or Mobile home because of it's continual depreciation. It's like buying an expensive car. You can never re sell it for what you have invested. As a matter of fact, here in Georgia, a problem with disposing of unwanted mobil homes is developing. No one knows what to do with them.
Basically, it's like paying rent. If you are not concerned about building equity, that's your choice.
But, that's not solving your problem. My advise to you is to sell it for whatever you can, take that money and run! I hope you will learn from the lesson and buy a nice stick built home that builds equity.
Reply:I agree with Steven. Any money you stick in the property will get you very little in return. I would make it as attractive as possible. Plant some flowers and clean the place up real nice. Talk to a few successful real estate companies in your area who handle mobile homes. See what they have to say. Tell them what you need to get out from under it and go from there. Good luck.
Mobile home question?
I've been there!! You don't say where it is (state, county or city etc.). In a time with real estate being so suppressed, it is likely the land is worth more than the mobile home. No matter what you do to it, it is still a mobile home. I'm sorry, but you will either have to just ride it out to pay off, default, and let the mortguage company forclose, or sell it at a loss.
Reply:you dont say how short you are in value. if a few thousand dollars then yes some updating would improve its value. if tens of thousands well then you might be stuck. see if you can divide the lot into two then maybe you can sell both parcels for that much
Reply:You might want to talk to a Realtor specializing in mobile homes and ask for their suggestions. You didn't mention the appraised value vs the mortgage owed. if the difference is substantial ($20,000+), unless the existing conditions warrant it, investing another $5,000 for cosmetics/updates probably will have little if any results. You may also talk with your bank and ask if there are any hardship programs available if your having a problem making the mortgage payments. this may include a refinance or extended payoff.
Reply:Not knowing anything about the county, or the market for mobiles there, I have some thoughts.
Living in one now, and having owned others, I want to agree in part with answer 1. First of all the value for you is in the land, not strictly the mobile, No offense meant.
You state it isn't VALUED at what you owe, which isn't at all uncommon, it is after all a 10 year old "Vehicle" I have no idea how long you've owned it, but have to believe as a buyer, a major part of the value to you was the land. I'd want to KNOW exactly what the tax assessed value is, or was last time you paid taxes, and registration/tag fees.
Also not knowing at all, the condition of the mobile, or the land I suggest NOT putting huge $$$ into either. As one answer alludes to, CURB APPEAL and cosmetics may help, but it is a mobile. To make major improvements or upgrades will never get you, your money back.
Part of the problem is getting financing for mobiles, especially now, with the Real Estate market in a slump, and the fact that it's an election year, and that we are approaching a recession, all contribute.
Certainly you can start small, such as upgrading 10 year old fixtures like sinks etc., Lighting fixtures, carpet, wall color or paneling, door knobs, cabinet handles, making cosmetic, practical improvements to the property, adding or offering in the sale, some small appliances, NEW, or furnishings, etc..
You're obviously "Upside down" in the mobile, but to spend thousands won't get you the 56 K. Whatever your choices in upgrades and improvements you should probably consider them sales points, but not profit increases.
Certainly when it's advertised, be creative, but honest. Play up the 1 acre, no neighbors within earshot, the value of the land, any improvements, even Freshly Painted. Shopping close, JOBS, recreation close, schools, etc. etc. State what the taxes are and adv. that as LOW. Consider Homeowners insurance even checking to help any prospective buyer know they can get Ins. without problems.
Other things such as Plumbing and electric will be things to check and possibly upgrade, NEW washer/dryer, New or repaired Decking, Screenrooms etc. Add a storage building, Pave the drive, even with gravel, create plant beds, Carport or garage, ROOF substance and condition??? The CURB appeal will be the initial HOOK, if anyone is interested.
Having no idea at all what your budget is, if you happened to spend 4K, bringing you up to 60K, you might consider you'll take a loss no matter, but at least be more able to sell, than advertising it AS IS.
Can you afford to RENT it? Hold the mortgage? Offer a Low down?
Steven Wolf
Just my two "sense"
Reply:It isn't clear whether you are talking about selling the mobile only or the land as well. You can't do a lot about the value of the land, usually. You also don't say how much the place is currently valued at, so we have no idea how much added value you're looking for. Whether you really get your money back when you do improvements depends on what you do, and how you do it. A major improvement such as a new kitchen will certainly get you a higher selling price, but it's unlikely to get you back more than you spent on it. It's like a car; if you have a $2,000 car and get $1,000 worth of repairs done on it, it doesn't mean you now have a $3,000 car, you probably have a $2400 car. If you do the work yourself, then you will effectively pay yourself for your labour when you sell. Think about projects low in materials costs but with your own labour used, such as painting. Clean and tidy the heck out of house and yard, that always helps and could be worth a 1000 or 2 at selling time, depending.
Kind of wish we had your real estate prices where I live. I've got an 18-year old mobile on 3 acres, it cost $250,000 almost 2 years ago and has gone up since which is nice but I'd rather have paid less to start with.
Reply:land scap curb appeal . focus on the Kitchen ,if the new buyer the wife doe not like the kitchen or the master bed room and bath, they won't buy no matter what the price is.
remember a fresh coat of paint on all walls is a pluss. No wild colors just a clean look , a pallate for the new owners to work with
Reply:Steven has given a very good synopsis of the situation.
Personally, I have always been against purchasing a pre-manufactured or Mobile home because of it's continual depreciation. It's like buying an expensive car. You can never re sell it for what you have invested. As a matter of fact, here in Georgia, a problem with disposing of unwanted mobil homes is developing. No one knows what to do with them.
Basically, it's like paying rent. If you are not concerned about building equity, that's your choice.
But, that's not solving your problem. My advise to you is to sell it for whatever you can, take that money and run! I hope you will learn from the lesson and buy a nice stick built home that builds equity.
Reply:I agree with Steven. Any money you stick in the property will get you very little in return. I would make it as attractive as possible. Plant some flowers and clean the place up real nice. Talk to a few successful real estate companies in your area who handle mobile homes. See what they have to say. Tell them what you need to get out from under it and go from there. Good luck.
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