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How to Disable Phone-based data for the iPhone 4S

Why would you do this anyway? With the mobile data connection disabled, the iPhone can still hook into wireless networks, including those at home, in shopping centres and hotels, at McDonalds and Starbucks, on public transport and at the office to surf the internet and to receive data. It just won't be able to access data where there is either no internet wi-fi connection or where you haven't set it up.  As a means of keeping mobile costs down however, the wi-fi option is certainly better than a mobile data one. In particular, if you're travelling overseas, you'll want to disable the high-cost mobile internet option. Why can't I just use the Airport Mode? Airport mode is designed to allow your phone to be used on aircraft (once the plane has levelled out).  It will prevent the phone from receiving calls effectively turning it into a brick that plays games. Why wouldn't I just change my plan? You certainly could change your plan to not include data h

Moving from Blackberry to the iPhone 4S

Before I start on this series, I want to make my starting position clear.  I'm generally "phone-agnostic".  I've had a Blackberry Bold 9000 for years and before that it was a Blackberry 8800.  Prior to that I had a Nokia "dumb-phone". My only non-work phone choice recently was a HTC Android device for my wife. I've never spent much time with Apple and I've traditionally disliked their computers.  I guess that means that; 1. You have to take any criticisms here with a pinch of salt. 2. If I end up really liking the device, then it's even better than I say. The longer term plan for this series will be for me to start looking at how to use Lotus Traveler to make the iPhone a secure device like Blackberry. Initial Thoughts Packaging The apple packaging is very slick and much nicer looking than the blackberry packaging.  (A win to Apple). Weight The apple device weighs considerably more than the blackberry bold - probably twice

Packt Celebrates 1000 IT Titles with a FREE Gift

You may remember that I've reviewed a few of Packt Publishing's books on this site in the past; The excellent IBM Lotus Notes 8.5 User Guide by Karen Hooper IBM Lotus Domino Classic Web Application Development Techniques by Richard G. Ellis (Review Part 1 , Part 2 ) IBM Lotus Notes and Domino 8.5.1: The Upgrader's Guide by Tim Speed, Barry Rosen, Joseph Anderson, Dick McCarrick, Bennie Gibson, Brad Schauf and David Byrd PACKT Publishing is releasing their 1000th IT title this month and are celebrating the event in style. Anyone who is already registered with Packt or anyone who signs up for a free Packt account before 30 September 2012 will get a surprise gift. So don't delay, head over to Packt and sign up. http://www.packtpub.com They have easily the best collection of domino books and you might snag yourself a bargain as well as a surprise gift. Other Useful Packt Links IBM Books ( http://www.packtpub.com/books/ibm ) Free eBooks ( http://w