If you keep getting a “No SIM” error message on your phone, even when you have a SIM card inserted, it may stop you from receiving and sending texts and calls. This minHour article will give you some possible causes and troubleshooting options to fix your phone. The SIM isn’t inserted properly. Remove the SIM … Read more
Internet access is usually included in modern cell phones. Getting a cell phone that doesn’t have internet access can be difficult. However, if you can’t get a cell phone with no internet access, you can always turn internet access off by adjusting your phone’s settings. Before you buy a cell phone, ask the salesperson for … Read more
Synchronization allows your phone to seamlessly transfer data from its storage memory to another device, and vice versa. When you sync cell phones, you allow it to send/receive information automatically from known sources without having to do it manually by yourself. If you have a lot of files saved on your phone but don’t want … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to move photos from your iPhone or Android onto your Windows or Mac computer. You can use a charger cable to do this, or you can send photos to your computer through Google Drive. On Windows Connect your phone to your computer. Attach the charger end of the USB charger … Read more
With smart cell phones offering great flexibility to their users, it has become incredibly easy to configure mobile phones to display information in another language. Your smartphone comes with a preset language, but you can change it to your language of choice by following a few easy steps. These steps differ according to the type … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to determine whether or not your cell phone is locked to a specific carrier. If your phone is unlocked, you can use other carriers’ SIM cards in your phone. General Methods Type your phone’s name followed by “unlocked” into a search engine. Doing so will give you an idea of … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to see your smartphone’s serial number without having to disassemble the phone. Viewing the serial number on a non-smartphone is a bit trickier, but you should be able to find it somewhere on the phone’s casing or in the phone’s documentation. On iPhone Open your iPhone’s Settings. Tap the Settings app … Read more
In this day and age, most cell phones now come enabled with GPS, making it easier to locate them. This is good news if your phone is ever lost or stolen, or if you want to track your child’s phone. You can only track a phone if GPS is enabled on the device. There are … Read more
If you need to transfer some pictures to a cell phone, there are a variety of ways you can accomplish this. Your choice of methods depends on the nature of the transfer: Are you sending them to yourself or someone else? Does the recipient have a smartphone (iPhone, Android, Windows phone)? Are the images on … Read more
Trying to activate a smartphone and can’t find the IMEI code? This 15-digit code is easy to find if you know where to look—even if your phone’s screen is locked. This minHour article will teach you how to retrieve your Android or iPhone’s IMEI number on a phone with a locked screen, plus how to … Read more
Whether your phone has an LCD or OLED display, a scratched, shattered, or otherwise damaged screen can ruin your day. But don’t panic just yet—there could be an easy fix! This minHour article will teach you what to do if your Android or iPhone’s glass screen cracks, how to fix broken or stuck pixels, and … Read more
There are many reasons that you might want to have more than one phone number. Using a different number to your personal number for work, dating, using classifieds, or making international calls can be a smart move. However, constantly switching from one device to another isn’t always ideal. This article will show you how to … Read more
Do you want your phone to vibrate when you receive texts, phone calls, and notifications? Vibration is a great option when you want less than an audible ring and more than complete silence. Your phone has a small vibration motor inside that will provide a haptic buzz when you receive notifications and calls. This minHour … Read more
If you want to use your old cell phone with a new carrier, you will need to know how to flash a phone. Flashing is also referred to as reprogramming. You can also take your phone to various authorized cell phone dealers to get it flashed for you, but you can learn how to flash … Read more
If you bought your new phone from the carrier’s store, then it most likely came to you activated. If you bought your phone used or had the carrier ship it to you, then chances are you’ll need to activate it. The process is a little different for each carrier, but this minHour article will guide … Read more
Do you want to make your phone more aesthetically pleasing? There are many easy, cheap, and quick ways to spice up your iPhone or Android. These range from getting fun accessories to changing the look of your home screen. This minHour article will teach you how to make your phone look aesthetic. Adding Accessories to … Read more
When you obtain an unlocked cell phone, you can use the cell phone on any Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) network, as long as you have a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card from the GSM carrier you plan on using with the phone. In some cases, depending on the GSM carrier or the model … Read more
There are a variety of ways to add media and programs to your Android or iOS device. This guide will show you how to get your mobile phone turned into a true multimedia device. Android OS Visit the Google Play Store. You can access the store from your phone’s Application list, or you can visit … Read more
Cell phones help keep us connected to the world around us, so it can be irritating to have a weak or nonexistent cellular signal in your home. Before you reach for the landline, there are a few options you can try to boost your signal. First, you can check your phone to see what your … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to carrier unlock your Motorola Android smartphone by obtaining an unlocking code via your computer. Keep in mind that you’ll need to pay for the code, so you should only use this method if you’re comfortable with losing a few bucks if the code doesn’t work. If you’d rather unlock … Read more