From collectibles to cars, buy and sell all kinds of items on eBayWelcome! Sign in or register.
aAdvanced Search

Reviews & Guides

Write a guide

Information On Cellular Phone Data Cable Usage.

by: cellfashion( 15103Feedback score is 10,000 to 24,999)
5 out of 5 people found this guide helpful.
Guide viewed: 1379 times Tags: cellular phone accessories | cell phones | data cables | pics | ringtones


A cellular phone data cable is used to transfer information between your PC computer and phone.  The most common is a USB data cable, where one end connects to the computer via an USB port, while the other end connects to your phone.  Data cable drivers are needed for most cables, in order for the PC computer to recognize the cable.  This driver is either included with the cable in the form of a CD, or can be downloaded from the phone manufacturer's official website.

A data cable only serves as a connection between your cellular phone and the PC computer.  In order to perform different tasks, such as the transfer of pictures, ringtones, contacts, etc., you would first need to check whether your phone supports those functions.  If the functions are supported, you would then need a software installed on your computer which enables you to perform those functions.  Such software are sometimes provided by the phone manufacturer at no cost, and can be downloaded from the phone manufacturer's website.  Software can also be provided by the phone service provider.

There are instances where the phone service provider would not allow the phone manufacturer to provide this software.  For example, some phone service providers charge the user for ringtones and the transfer of pictures, and would not want the user to be able to accomplish these tasks without going through their paid services.  In these circumstances, you would need to do some internet research on whether you can locate a third party software which offers the ability to accomplish these tasks.

There are some free third party softwares out there, but most charge a flat fee to download their software.  Even if you had to purchase this software, it would still save tons of money rather than paying the phone service provider each and every time you transfer pictures, ringtones, etc.

The best way to find a third party software for your phone would be to do an internet search within a recognized search engine, such as Yahoo or Google.  Typing this in the search box would yield the best results...

"Phone Manufacturer" "Phone Model Number" data cable software

Say you own the Generation Jasper F3 phone, then the search criteria would be...

Generation Jasper F3 data cable software

You would also want to do some research on your phone if ringtones are your niche.  Different cellular phones support different sound formats.  Some phones would support all mp3 files as ringtones, while other phones would only allow a certain sound format.  With the search criteria we provided above, it will be very likely for you to find information on how you might be able to convert the ringtone to the format of choice, so that the phone will accept it.

We hope this information helps you with your cellular phone data cable usage.  If you find this information helpful, please vote Yes below.  If you're looking for cellular phone data cables, look no further...

Cellfashion Wireless Cellular Phone Accessories eBay Store

Thank you, and have a great time on eBay.

Management,

Cellfashion Wireless


Guide ID: 10000000002377401Guide created: 11/23/06 (updated 04/08/08)

 
Was this guide helpful? Report this guide

Ready to share your knowledge with others? Write a guide



Member Information

 


eBay Pulse | eBay Reviews | eBay Stores | Half.com | Reseller Marketplace | Austria | France | Germany | Italy | Spain | United Kingdom | Popular Searches
Kijiji | PayPal | ProStores | Apartments for Rent | Shopping.com | Skype | Tickets


About eBay | Announcements | Security Center | eBay Toolbar | Policies | Government Relations | Site Map | Help
Copyright © 1995-2008 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eBay User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
eBay official time