GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a service supplied by your mobile phone network operator. It doesn't use a dial-up number (as GSM data calls do). Instead the APN (Access Point Node) is used to work out where to route your data requests.
My GPRS settings are not enabled what should I do?
GPRS is a service that your mobile phone network operator (e.g. O2, Vodafone, etc.) needs to enable before it can be used. You'll also need to ask your Network Operator to enable this service for you (a call to Customer Services should do the trick). In some cases, it may take up to 48 hours for your operator to enable this.
I have problems surfing over GPRS?
If your handset has a web browser, you may find that you can't surf web pages, even though the handset shows that you're connected. On a Pocket PC, this may show up as "page not found". On a Symbian OS Smartphone, you may see this as "GPRS: Invalid GPRS access point".
Most GPRS handsets are set with access to the network operator's WAP gateway, and this will only allow you to browse dedicated WAP content, and not standard Internet web pages. You'll need to set up your handset for Internet-over-GPRS, using the network operator's Internet APN, not the WAP APN (You'll find the information you need listed above). You'll also need to ask your Network Operator to enable this service for you (a call to Customer Services should do the trick). In some cases, it may take up to 48 hours for your operator to enable this.
Is email over GPRS supported?
Email over GPRS is supported, but you'll need to use an "Internet" not a "WAP" access point (you may need to ask your network operator to enable this). If your Smartphone has an email application and you have a POP email account, then you should be able to access email over GPRS.
If you're looking for a free POP email account, consider Virgin.net. Virgin.net page contains links to setup instructions for using the service on many common handsets and PDAs. You may also find that your network operator offers you a free email account for use from your mobile.
Is GPRS faster than mobile phone dialup?
GPRS runs faster than standard mobile phone dialup (which is normally 9.6kbps). GPRS speed depends on a number of factors (all to do with how many of the 8 'timeslots' are assigned by the network operator) - the maximum possible speed is 171kbps, but you're unlikely to ever get anywhere near this speed. Our tests show average speeds of around 25 to 40 kbps (still around 3 times faster than dialup).
What is Smartphone?
A Smartphone is generally considered as handheld device that integrates personal information management and mobile phone capabilities in the same device. Often, this includes adding phone functions to already capable PDAs or putting "smart" capabilities, such as PDA functions, into a mobile phone.
What is Pocket PC?
An operating environment for handheld computers from Microsoft, based on the Windows CE* operating system. In 2000, Microsoft introduced the Pocket PC platform which includes a combination of Windows CE Version 3.0, an enhanced user interface, Pocket Office applications (Internet Explorer, Word and Excel), handwriting recognition, an e-book reader, wireless Internet and longer battery life. The Pocket PC was designed to compete more directly with the popular Palm devices.
The Pocket PC is part of the Windows Mobile platform, which also includes a version for Cell Phones (see Smartphone). Cell Phone capabilities can also be added to the Pocket PC (Pocket PC Phone). See Windows CE and Pocket PC Phone Edition.
What’s the difference between Pocket PC and Smartphone?
Pocket PCs come with mobile versions of office applications in addition to Microsoft Outlook Mobile. Though there are different Pocket PCs, many come with Wi-Fi to enable you to connect to the Internet when you are in a wireless hotspot. With a Pocket PC, you’ll be able to use Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile and browse the Internet if you have a device with Wi-Fi and are in a wireless hotspot. You can compose e-mail messages and send them by synchronizing with your desktop computer or wirelessly when you’re in a hotspot.
If you have a Pocket PC Phone, you can access the Internet through your wireless connection—you won’t need to find a wireless hotspot. Internet access incurs data charges from your wireless provider.
A Smartphone has phone capabilities and comes with a smaller set of applications. Though you can add third-party software titles to your Smartphone, the smaller keypad and screen are designed to give you quick one-handed access to important data. A Smartphone is a good choice for business users who need to check e-mail, keep track of their calendars, and take voice notes, but who don’t need the added functionality of Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile. If you find yourself wanting more functions after you’ve purchased your device, there are good third-party software titles designed to extend the capabilities of a Windows Mobile powered Smartphone.
What is APNs?
APN (Access Point Name) is the name of an access point for GPRS.
For your phone to connect over GPRS, you'll need to have APN (Access Point Node).
An access point is:
- An IP network to which a mobile can be connected
- A set of settings which are used for that connection
- A particular option in a set of settings in a mobile phone
When a GPRS mobile phone sets up a PDP context, the access point is selected. At this point an access point name (APN) is determined.
WAP Access point
To allow connection to WAP services
Internet Access point
For web browsing, email and instant messaging, etc.
MMS Access point
For multimedia messages, such as picture/photo messaging
Note: Most operators have different access points for different services, and you'll need to pick the right one otherwise thing won't work. What is Blue Tooth?
Bluetooth technology is a way to connect wirelessly with other devices, peripherals, and your desktop computer. Bluetooth is used most commonly in Windows Mobile powered devices for wireless headsets.
Can I browse the entire internet or just special sites?Though some sites are more suited for browsing on a mobile device but you can still browse the entire Internet on your device
What is OTA?
OTA means "Over-the-Air" and refers to any wireless networking technology e.g. SMS etc.
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