How many times have you gotten a phone call that you barely missed but you weren't sure who was on the other end of the line? Possibly you're looking at - your spouse's or your child's? You can see the number but for good reason, you just can't dial them back, but you can't miss the opportunity to find out who that person is.
Not too far back, if the call was dialed from a cellular phone, you really couldn't look it up at all. It was almost impossible to look up name from phone number. You see, there's no central database of cell phone numbers available from the phone company. It was practically impossible to perform reverse lookups because all cell phones are unlisted numbers
So, some high tech companies put together their own databases of cellular phone numbers and made reverse lookup listings. They then launched sites which permit everyone who has to look up cell phone numbers the capability to do so. Because of this amazing new technology, it's easy to trace cell phone numbers. You simply direct your browser to one of the multitude of reverse lookup sites and enter the number you're looking up. The website will then poll it's database and find the corresponding information.
The only thing you have to be concerned with at that point is making sure that the site you're using actually has the information you're looking for. The good sites will allow you to type in a number and find out if they have the name and address of it's owner first before you pay them. That way you know you are spending your money wisely. Always use a site that will allow you to try before you buy. You'll be glad you did.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
How to Trace Cell Phone Numbers
Don't you hate it when you get a weird call from a number you don't recognize? Do you take the call or not? And then they never leave a voice mail, right?
What about harassing calls from prank callers or bill collectors? Don't you wish you could find out who they are? After all, information is power.
Well, it used to be practically impossible trace cell phone numbers or get names and addresses from numbers. The phone companies looked at cell phone numbers the same way they did unlisted numbers. Have you ever seen a phone book for cell phone numbers? Of course not. And the phone companies have no interest in making those numbers available to the public, so it's always been difficult to find out who was calling and harassing you. But not anymore.
Thanks to the hard work of some dedicated folks, there are now a bunch of different reverse look up sites available on the internet. They are easy to use, reasonably priced and highly effective - if you pick the right one. If you pick the wrong one you're just going to be throwing your money away. But there's a simple way to know that you are picking a good site that has the information you are looking for.
When you are looking at a reverse look up site, check to see if they have a "try before you buy" policy. In other words, see if they will allow you to type in a number and find out if they have the name and address of the person who owns that phone before you pay them any money. The good sites will allow you to do this because they have great information and nothing to hide.
When you find a site that allows you to try before you buy, you can use it with confidence because you know they have the information you need.
What about harassing calls from prank callers or bill collectors? Don't you wish you could find out who they are? After all, information is power.
Well, it used to be practically impossible trace cell phone numbers or get names and addresses from numbers. The phone companies looked at cell phone numbers the same way they did unlisted numbers. Have you ever seen a phone book for cell phone numbers? Of course not. And the phone companies have no interest in making those numbers available to the public, so it's always been difficult to find out who was calling and harassing you. But not anymore.
Thanks to the hard work of some dedicated folks, there are now a bunch of different reverse look up sites available on the internet. They are easy to use, reasonably priced and highly effective - if you pick the right one. If you pick the wrong one you're just going to be throwing your money away. But there's a simple way to know that you are picking a good site that has the information you are looking for.
When you are looking at a reverse look up site, check to see if they have a "try before you buy" policy. In other words, see if they will allow you to type in a number and find out if they have the name and address of the person who owns that phone before you pay them any money. The good sites will allow you to do this because they have great information and nothing to hide.
When you find a site that allows you to try before you buy, you can use it with confidence because you know they have the information you need.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
iPod Battery Replacement
After the iPod hit the market, it seemed as if Apple could do no wrong. Now everyone, regardless of their software camp, could enjoy one of Apple's classically cool and beautiful toys. It wasn't until about 12 months after the iPod's launch, when it came time to replace the first set of iPod batteries, that Apple hit a bump in their groove.
The iPod isn't built for easy battery replacement like a cell phone. In order to replace the iPod battery, the casing must be completely removed, exposing all of the internal components and introducing risk of damage.
Apple initially offered a battery replacement service for $249. They later offered a one year extended warranty for $60 that covers the battery. However, it's important to note that when Apple sends the replacement, it will be in a refurbished model iPod, not your original. Today you can find qualified iPod repair shops to replace the battery for as little as $59 or do-it-yourself kits between $19 and $39 depending on the model.
The caution with the do-it-yourself (DIY) kits however, is that the iPod wasn't designed for the average user to change the battery. Plenty of people have been able to change their iPod batteries without problem while countless online forums divulge a long list of complications faced as a result of users trying to change the battery.
Many specialty iPod repair shops will do the replacement for little more than the cost of the battery itself. Some offer additional incentives such as consumer-friendly lifetime battery replacement program. Under the program, the company will replace the battery once a year for life. Even better, your iPod is back in your hands within 48 hours with 30% more power than Apple's original battery.
Should you choose to replace the battery yourself, there are a few tips you'll want to keep in mind:
- Some models like the iPod Nano require soldering directly onto the board. Be sure to check the details of the battery replacement before sending off for a DIY kit.
- Have a small thin tool on hand to pry apart the casing. Once the screws that hold the case together are removed, you still need to apply some force to open it and reveal the circuitry. Many have damaged their cases by trying to pry their iPods apart without the proper tools. Many replacement batteries come with special tools to help pry the case open.
- When disconnecting the battery, don't remove the rubber pad located on the hard drive.
Regardless of the battery complications, people still love the fun and freedom that the iPod offers. Do a little research before deciding how to handle your battery replacement as it's a routine that you'll need to repeat about once every year. Even if you're not thrilled about the fact that your iPod will need to go through major surgery every year, there are customer-friendly iPod specialty companies available to make the process smooth and simple.
The iPod isn't built for easy battery replacement like a cell phone. In order to replace the iPod battery, the casing must be completely removed, exposing all of the internal components and introducing risk of damage.
Apple initially offered a battery replacement service for $249. They later offered a one year extended warranty for $60 that covers the battery. However, it's important to note that when Apple sends the replacement, it will be in a refurbished model iPod, not your original. Today you can find qualified iPod repair shops to replace the battery for as little as $59 or do-it-yourself kits between $19 and $39 depending on the model.
The caution with the do-it-yourself (DIY) kits however, is that the iPod wasn't designed for the average user to change the battery. Plenty of people have been able to change their iPod batteries without problem while countless online forums divulge a long list of complications faced as a result of users trying to change the battery.
Many specialty iPod repair shops will do the replacement for little more than the cost of the battery itself. Some offer additional incentives such as consumer-friendly lifetime battery replacement program. Under the program, the company will replace the battery once a year for life. Even better, your iPod is back in your hands within 48 hours with 30% more power than Apple's original battery.
Should you choose to replace the battery yourself, there are a few tips you'll want to keep in mind:
- Some models like the iPod Nano require soldering directly onto the board. Be sure to check the details of the battery replacement before sending off for a DIY kit.
- Have a small thin tool on hand to pry apart the casing. Once the screws that hold the case together are removed, you still need to apply some force to open it and reveal the circuitry. Many have damaged their cases by trying to pry their iPods apart without the proper tools. Many replacement batteries come with special tools to help pry the case open.
- When disconnecting the battery, don't remove the rubber pad located on the hard drive.
Regardless of the battery complications, people still love the fun and freedom that the iPod offers. Do a little research before deciding how to handle your battery replacement as it's a routine that you'll need to repeat about once every year. Even if you're not thrilled about the fact that your iPod will need to go through major surgery every year, there are customer-friendly iPod specialty companies available to make the process smooth and simple.
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