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‘Sexy Space’ SMS Virus May be the First ‘Zombie’ Cell Phone Network

For the first time criminal hackers may have succeeded in creating a network of “zombie” cellphones, infected without the owners’ knowledge with software that can be used to send spam or carry out cyber attacks. Symantec says that a piece of software known as Sexy Space may be the first case.

Sexy Space uses text messages reading “A very sexy girl, Try it now!” to jump between phones. The messages contains a link that, when clicked, asks the user to download software which, once installed, sends the same message to contacts stored in the phone. Read full story »

Sree Pillai|August 7th, 2009|Category: Mobile News|Write a Comment!

Windows Mobile App Store Open to Developers

Microsoft Windows Marketplace for Mobile Application Store is now open to software developers. Registered developers can upload applications to Windows Marketplace and will have to get certified. Software developers can include their own marketing materials with their applications and will be able to earn money on sales. People buying software on the site will be able to download applications to their PCs or mobile phones, use a variety of payment options, and enjoy a money back guarantee. Read full story »

Sree Pillai|July 28th, 2009|Category: Microsoft|Write a Comment!

Samsung B2100 – Tough, Waterproof, Dustproof, Shockproof Rugged Mobile Phone

The Samsung B2100(also known as Samsung Marine) is very tough, water-proof, dust-proof, shock-proof, bump-proof, stylishly rugged design outdoor friendly mobile phone from Sansung, which has 1.3mp camera, video recording, music player, FM radio, load external speakers, noise cancellation, bluetooth, external memory slot of 8GB, USB support, powerful battery with 9.5 hours of talk time and embedded flashlight. You can buy Samsung Marine B2100 in green or red colours, for Rupees 7030. Read full story »

Sree Pillai|July 8th, 2009|Category: Cell Phone|1 Comment, Add Yours!

Mobile Phone Numbers in India to Start With 8 and 95

The growth of mobile phone market in India has reached a stage that the department of telecommunications has exhausted cell phone numbers beginning with 9. Soon, mobile phone companies are expected to issue cell phone numbers beginning with 8.

Moreover, the 95 sub-level of telephone numbers was earlier reserved for trunk calls or STD dialling within a telecom circle. Now these numbers has begun to be alloted to cellular operators. Read full story »

Sree Pillai|June 30th, 2009|Category: Mobile News|Write a Comment!

What is IMEI, International Mobile Equipment Identity?

The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is a number unique to every GSM, WCDMA and iDEN mobile phones. The IMEI number is used to identify valid devices and can be used to stop a stolen phone from accessing the network.

The IMEI is also usually printed on the compliance plate under the battery. It can also be displayed on the screen of the phone by entering *#06# into the keypad. Retrieving IMEI Information from an older Sony or Sony Ericsson handset can be done by entering these keys: Right * Left Left * Left * Read full story »

Sree Pillai|June 30th, 2009|Category: Mobile|5 Comments, Add Yours!

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