Mobile phone news, Oct - Dec 2008

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Train operator adopts anti-mobile technology

03 November 2008

Train operator C2C has adopted special technology that blocks mobile phone signals and ensures that passengers are unable to use their devices in certain carriages.

Mobile phone users sending 217 million text messages a day

31 October 2008

The UK's mobile phone users are sending a total of 217 million text messages every day - around 60 million more than this time last year, according to new research by the Mobile Data Association (MDA).

Personalised handsets 'would boost take up of mobile services'

28 October 2008

If consumers were able to personalise their mobile phone handsets they would be more likely to use new mobile services and applications, it has been claimed.

Mobile phone networks 'more secure than the web'

22 October 2008

Mobile phone users concerned about hacking may be interested to hear that mobile networks are more secure than the internet, according to Get Safe Online.

Mobile phone registration system proposed

21 October 2008

The government is reportedly considering the implementation of a new national registration system for mobile phones and their owners.

New software prevents mobile phone use while driving

17 October 2008

New software has been designed which can prevent drivers from using their mobile phones behind the wheel, potentially saving lives.

Mobile phones 'at risk from hacking'

16 October 2008

Experts are warning that mobile phones could become the next target for hackers.

Mobile phone customers given money saving tips

15 October 2008

The Telegraph has offered a number of tips to mobile phone customers to help them save money during the financial downturn.

World's toughest mobile phone to be launched in US

09 October 2008

Mobile phone maker Sonim has launched what it claims is the world's toughest handset - able to operate in extreme temperatures and survive falls from heights of up to nine feet.

In-flight mobile charges 'will not be cheap'

07 October 2008

As Ryanair gears up to offer in-flight mobile phone services, an aviation expert has warned that charges for making calls onboard aircraft will not be cheap.

Consumers warned over sensitive data on mobile phones

03 October 2008

Consumers are being urged to remove any personal information from their mobile phone before throwing them away or selling them on.

Children should use mobiles 'for essential calls only'

02 October 2008

The widespread use of mobile phones by children should be discouraged and youngsters should use the devices to make essential calls only, it has been claimed.